Greetings from Nantucket, Massachusetts!
A gifty week before I left — the team at Atrangi sent over a few treats ahead of their launch. Glenfiddich sent over a collection of pre-mixed cocktails from the Women in Whisky program. And also on the booze front — some beautiful botanical gin from Hendrick’s. #gifted
On Thursday, I (of course!) used Blacklane to get to the airport. If you’re heading to the airport or around the UAE this summer, use my code COURTNEY25 to save 25% off any pre-booked rides until the end of August. There was no joy to be found in upgrades on EK, but I made some good use of my time on the way to Boston.
Landing in Boston, it was a comfortable ride with Blacklane again, with a brief stop to freshen up (damn you, Boston traffic!) before heading out to Contessa for a rooftop dinner at sunset — yes, those 24 hours of travel were worth it (and yes, I had the scallops).
On Friday, it was time to take the ferry to Nantucket. So far, I’m loving the cooler temperatures and American summer vibes.
Links, please.
Read all about Amisfield, my latest for EuroCave.
What is the impact of Michelin on Dubai? My latest for Fast Company.
Hear me chatting with Best Chef Awards here and here. Instagram
More about water sommeliers. AFAR
All about that dopamenu. Bustle
How do you train for competitive eating? The Takeout
Malibu (Barbie) cocktail. Tasting Table
And yes, there’s a pop-up cafe, as well. The Takeout
Barista reveals what it's like to be behind the tip screen. NPR
Make a cocktail sweeter by adding a honey rim. Tasting Table
Chipotle, in MY Dubai? 👀 Alshaya
Stop trying to have the perfect vacation (you’re ruining everyone else’s). Vox
Yes, to early meals (I’m not kidding when I say my perfect dinner starts at 5 PM). Robb Report
The rise of tattoo tourism. WSJ
They are my all-time favorite candy, but what do Swedish Fish actually taste like? Tasting Table
Yes, I’m listening to the Kitchen Swagger playlist. Spotify
Why are crunchy potato chips so satisfying? Tasting Table
Me, last weekend. TikTok
Go ahead, size up your jeans. Glamour
The four types of clutter personalities. Apartment Therapy
Do you like when things smell like tomato? Elle
Can jalapeno make bad rosé taste better? Bon Appetit
Champagne serving mistakes to avoid. Tasting Table
Would you put cottage cheese in your queso? Tasting Table
This weekend? New friends, old friends, family! Lots of eating and drinking and hanging outside. Follow me on my socials for a bit of fresh air.
Next week? My Dad’s birthday and seeing my nieces in Portland, Maine. I can’t wait.
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C.