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It’s officially cozy season, which means we’re leaning into comfort, flavor, and a little bit of obsession. From homemade sourdough to superhero redemption arcs, this month’s favorites are as diverse as they are passionate. Whether it’s the thrill of discovering a surprisingly addictive candy, the satisfaction of mastering a new recipe, or finally watching that show everyone’s been talking about for years, we’ve got plenty to share (and maybe overshare).

Here’s what’s been keeping us hooked lately — from sweet, sour, and savory to cinematic and slightly chaotic.

Katie White’s September Pick

Fruit Riot Sour Mango Mix

This month I've been absolutely obsessed with Fruit Riot's sour mangos! I’m a sucker for both sour candy and frozen fruit, so this combo is basically my dream snack. Every single time I open the bag, I'm tempted to eat the whole thing in one sitting (luckily, my self-control prevails).

If you love sour candy and frozen fruit like me, you’ve got to check out Fruit Riot — their lineup has something for everyone, from sour mangos to pineapples and more!

Grace Houdek’s September Pick

Salmon Poke Bowl

Lately, I’ve been hooked on my adaptation of a salmon poke bowl. It’s quick and easy to make during the workday, and consists of sticky rice topped with cucumber, avocado, shredded carrots, salmon, soy sauce and eaten with nori. It’s refreshing, very filling, and honestly one of my all-time favorite meals.

Ryan Brown’s September Pick

Mare of Easttown

I know I am almost half a decade late to this, but my wife and I just watched "Mare of Easttown," and it might be the best limited series I've seen. There are not many shows that I can say I legitimately watched on the edge of my seat and with my jaw on the floor — this is one of them. We have two young kids, so sleep is hard to come by, but we may or may not have stayed up well past midnight one night this month to binge this one. Also, because we have two young kids, this show hits right in the soul. Yes, it's a crime drama with countless twists and turns. But, ultimately, it's a show about parenting and the lengths parents will go for their kids.

Chelsea Roberts’ September Pick

Elderberries

As the eldest berry in my family, I have a soft spot for these cyanide-ridden fruits that, when cooked, become an entirely non-lethal source of antioxidants. My backyard elderberry bushes are about three years old and shot up six feet this summer (!!). My neighbors haven't commented. The spindly toddlers produced 20 pounds of berries this year, leaning over in the end of summer sun and enticing me to try my hand at syrup making, lest they all go to waste. Those closest to me will be receiving syrup for the holidays, no exceptions.

Taylor Haffey’s September Pick

Trader Joe’s Sour Strawberry Candy Belts

I randomly picked these up during a recent Trader Joe's shopping spree, although I felt a little skeptical about it — who gets candy from Trader Joe's?

When I learned that they're vegan and made with natural flavors I became even more skeptical, but after one bite, I was hooked. They have the perfect amount of sour and sweet, and it took a lot of self-control not to eat 20 of these in one sitting. I am genuinely excited to go back to the store just to buy more — plus they come in a reusable container!

Christian Talley’s September Pick

Peacemaker Season 2

In the age of recycled, tired and boring superhero media, Peacemaker Season 2 is a reminder that you can still create amazing comic book shows. The show knows that its premise is goofy, and it doesn't shy away from that fact. If anything, its silly nature is what sets it apart from any other comic book TV show or movie from the past 5 years.

Despite characters like Deadpool and The Punisher becoming mainstream, Peacemaker still gives a refreshing perspective on what it means to be an anti-hero, to the point that the titular character doesn't even come off as one anymore. As DC begins to find its footing in this new era of shows and movies, there's no doubt in my mind that Peacemaker will be the one that I consistently go back to (in addition to Superman).

Taylor Zdanowski’s September Pick

Sourdough Bread

This month I started baking sourdough bread, and now it’s my new obsession! It's so good and surprisingly not as hard as I thought it would be to bake.

The best sourdough topping combo has to be butter and honey!

Jeremy Witt’s September Pick

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City

I don’t have much to share this month, so here’s my tier list from the new RHOSLC season so far:

S: Angie K, Mary

A: Whitney, Bronwyn

B: Meredith, Britani

C: Lisa, Heather

Say More’s Top Picks for September 2025