The universe sent me some incredible opportunities and meetings this week, and I’m super excited to see where these new projects will lead.
On Wednesday, I finally made my way to City Social. Check out my visit here (and definitely plan to have a drink at 7 Tales after your meal when visiting). #invited
On Thursday, it was time for a long overdue catch-up with Rowan at Couqley (the new branch). She remains a favorite, and I love the vibe (and the food!) at the second location in Business Bay. More tiny bowls of French onion soup and excellent conversation, please. #invited
On Friday, we were delighted to treat out-of-town guests to the new Notte at Mare by Bussola evening brunch. I’ll post a video later today! #invited
Links, please.
What does it take to pull off a successful global culinary pop-up? Read my latest for Fast Company.
My latest for The Ethicalist.
My latest for d-Journal.
What was your most memorable meal? GFY
What effect does the Michelin guide have on a city? Eater
Benefits of talking to strangers. Outside Online
Do travelers without itineraries have better vacations? WSJ
Do your friends actually like you? NYT
LOVED this perfect clap back from Al Ain Water (re: Dubai Twitter drama this week). Twitter
Next level Peeps. TikTok
I’m looking for Spinney’s merch. Food52
My two ‘home’ airports are busiest for all pax and international pax. CNN
Martini to go? Grey Goose
No to the no. Nerdist
What can you make at home better than a restaurant? Buzzfeed
Unpacking your Uber rating. (I’m a 4.9 on Uber and a 4.95 on Careem.) 😘 OMAAT
Champagne is an excellent investment. Robb Report
Martha Stewart curated an Etsy collection. Etsy
In the mood for this crispy baked feta. Simple Bites
Cocktail bombs? The Kitchn
Into these Asian food comics. Atlas Obscura
Please, someone, add this to your menu. 4s on Rus
Are we over Gordon Ramsay yelling? BonAppetit
Do I want to try these? Amazon
Love this concept. Series
The function of time in worlds real and imagined. LitHub
What would the economy look like if it worked for women? The 19th
10 of the best fictional restaurants in media. The Takeout
This weekend? Trip planning, al fresco dining, and a Carnistore tomahawk.
Next week? Overdue visits to Fiya, Honeycomb HiFi, and Tagomago.
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C.