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A TASTE OF TASTE WITH...

SALEM MITCHELL

The Los Angeles-based model and entrepreneur stops by to tell us what she's been into.

July 14, 2025

SALEM MITCHELL
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Salem Mitchell is a Los Angeles-based model and entrepreneur. Off camera, she’s a puzzle lover and the founder of Salem Goods, her own line of puzzles designed to offer “a mindful escape from the digital world.” You can check them out here. You might recognize her striking looks – she’s been the face of campaigns for Madhappy, Heaven by Marc Jacobs, and GAP (she was featured in their recent summer campaign), appeared in Charli XCX’s “360” music video, and even joined her onstage at the Grammys. Lucky for us, Salem’s here to tell us what she’s been into.

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More Small Talk!!!
Some of the best, most energy-filled conversations I’ve had have been with strangers at the grocery store, while in traffic, and even on customer service lines. Talk to store clerks about their weekend plans, ask the person next to you at the meat counter what they’re making for dinner, see people and be seen. It’s beautiful!!!!!!!! 
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Cartoons
Most forms of media are constant reminders of all the insane things going on. Shows with humans, both scripted and reality, can be almost too relatable for me. They’re either reminiscent of something I’m feeling, someone I know, or they make me think about the world around me. Sometimes I just need to giggle at cartoon animals participating in antics and hijinks. 
The Looney Tunes Show (2011 version) is such a lighthearted treat. I watched this show every day for a year, and I’ve purchased both seasons with pride. Daffy Duck really shines. 
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Vintage Puzzles
Obviously, I love puzzles, but I’ve been really into buying vintage puzzles on eBay. They’re fun, calming, and they usually look good on the coffee table. I’ve found some great puzzles from the ’70s and '80s recently! 
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Non-alcoholic Wines
Sometimes I want a fun drink in nice stemware without the headache. Therefore, I’ve become a bit of a non-alcoholic wine connoisseur. Am I overpaying for fancy juice and tea? Yes! Am I going to keep doing exactly that? Absolutely! 
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Chain Restaurants
Sure, there’s a thrill in spending days trying to get a reservation at the newest spot, spending hours going through Infatuation articles and TikTok reviews to find the perfect menu that would please everyone BUT sometimes you just have to embrace tradition and reject modernity. Chilis, Cheesecake Factory, Benihana, and if I’m feeling fancy Houstons/Hillstone. 
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Parallel Play
I love being around my friends, but I don’t always have anything to say or anything I’d like to do together. Nothing makes me happier than a house full of friends where all of us do our separate activities in silence at the same time. Perfect way to connect and feel love, while still focusing on my interests or goals for the day. 
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Picking up new hobbies
The best part about being alive is learning new things. You’re never too old to try that thing you’ve always wanted to. Having hobbies has helped me become more confident overall and make new friends. I recently started taking piano lessons, it’s quite the challenge, but so exhilarating.
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