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It’s my 6-year Blogversary! 

Chicks and Salsa may be the longest ‘job’ I have held. 296 blog posts and 1240 Instagram posts later, here we are! Starting my own small business in 2016 has led to many meaningful opportunities. I have fostered relationships crafted 100% by hard work, consistency, and you all – my readers, followers, friends, and family. Thank you to many of you who were there when I started and are still here.  I see you, and I appreciate you.

I have written about why I started and shared some of my early partnerships in previous posts.  Today I wanted to share why all the hard work was worth it.  There are big partnerships I have been lusting after that have (finally!) recently come to fruition, but the WHY I am still doing it is not about partnerships.

Starting Chicks and Salsa was always about learning.  Learning to write, learning to network, learning to create, learning to be vulnerable, and learning to commit.  It was about so much more than the clothes, the makeup, and the events.  It was about finding my tribe in person and online; it was about learning by DOING.

I made my first website, created my first LLC, learned photography essentials, and took numerous courses online to learn the in’s and out’s of ‘having a blog.’ Since starting, things have changed, and Instagram‘s influence on our e-commerce culture has skyrocketed. We also have TikTok as a new place to learn new things and find inspiration.  Every few months, there are new things to keep up with and learn.  I love the variety that creating Chicks and Salsa offers; it is flexible and ever-evolving.  

In 2018, I launched MVP Media, a social media management company that has allowed me to convert what I do for Chicks and Salsa for small brands and businesses.  To date, I have worked for dozens of companies to help elevate their social media presence.

Learn more about MVP Media here.

With no end in sight, I plan to keep creating fun, entertaining, inspirational, or educational content.  

This post is about gratitude.  I am genuinely grateful to have found a small corner of the internet to call my own, thanks to you.  As always, thanks for your time and your love.

Stay tuned; there is more to come!
Your Chick,
Rina

Fashion, Lifestyle, Travel

Visit Atlanta // Stay at Hotel Clermont

When I had the opportunity to stay at a boutique hotel within walking distance of Ponce City Market, I had to say yes! Not only is that part of Atlanta one of my favorite places (see my other favorites here), but boutique hotels also offer a unique experience that you don’t find at some bigger chains.

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Here are five reasons to visit and/or stay at Hotel Clermont:

The Rooftop– with top shelf views, #goldenhour from the rooftop of the Hotel Clermont was so scenic.
Location– The property is a short 5-minute walk to @poncecitymarket and the super fun #atlantabeltline.
Great Service and Staff– Hello, complimentary cocktails when you check in; need I say more?!?
Comfortable Beds– Getting a good night’s rest is important to me on my weekend getaways, and I was not disappointed!
VIBES– This boutique property hits all the vintage vibes from its lobby to its bar, lounges, and rooms! I loved every single corner.
I will be back! Check out @hotelclermont in Atlanta for your next weekend spot. 

Check out my gallery, a picture is worth a thousand words!

If you are looking for a higher-end, trendy dining experience, check out my review of STK Atlanta.

Add this one to your list.
Your Chick,
Rina

Beauty, Lifestyle

Time to Tidy Up! Clear Your Counters with This!

I feel so fortunate to have reconnected with an old friend and mompreneur that has created a product that solves a problem that we all have – clutter!  This pegboard created by my friend Alexandra Rice is multi-functional, sturdy, practical, and affordable!  

This board is made with real pine wood and makes an excellent gift for students heading off to college, individuals who always lose their keys, women who need more counter space, and so much more!

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This sophisticated pegboard is lightweight, easy to install, and stylish.  

I used command strips to hang my pegboard and free up my counter space to organize my makeup.  As you can see, the difference is dramatic.

  • Peg Board
  • Peg Board

Add this sophisticated pegboard to your cart on Amazon today!  This is a thoughtful and useful gift for that special someone this holiday season.

This product is created by a fellow female entrepreneur! Support small businesses!

Check out all the ways it can be used.

Thanks, as always, for checking out my post!

Your Chick,

Rina

Note: Compensation for this post was provided by Alexandra Rice. The opinions expressed here are my own.

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STK Atlanta Power Lunch Experience

In the middle of a workday in the heart of Buckhead, I stopped into STK Atlanta between meetings for a Power Lunch with my friends.  STK Atlanta “artfully blends the modern steakhouse and a chic lounge into one, offering a dynamic, fine dining experience with the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse.”

As soon as you walk in, you instantly feel like you are someone special.

Check out my review on Trip Advisor here.

With a combination of a stylish dining space and signature menu, STK does not disappoint and is sure to impress.

Check out this beautiful gallery of photos, and then, of course, there is the FOOD!

The Power Lunch menu is genuinely an experience designed for working lunches as well as business meetings.  $45 for a 45-minute 3-course dining experience is such a great deal and also so delicious.  Check out the menu below.

Our bartender carefully crafted some of the most divine cocktails.  I highly recommend the Fever-Tree Gin and Tonic infused with botanicals; it is a one-of-a-kind twist on a traditional drink.

Thank you so much to STK Manager Neal Alves and the team at Caren West for the opportunity to dine and share my experience at STK Atlanta.  I will be back!  Check out their full menu online here and also their special events spaces for parties and meetings.

Your Chick,

Rina