Weekly A to Z, August 12th.
The one with the finished manuscript.
On Monday, I started the week enjoying a delicious Champaran Mutton at Mohalla, among other great dishes. Portions are large, so Hubs was able to enjoy plenty of leftovers. #invited
On Wednesday, it was more than overdue for a catch-up with Omar at BOCA. Should you be in the neighborhood, the business lunch offers exceptional value (and definitely order the gazpacho — perfect in hot weather). #invited
On Thursday, I (finally) made my way to Soiree — so many fun wines to choose from — and Sfumato, both located at The Opus by OMNIYAT. Plenty for everyone on the menu, and yes, you absolutely order the borsch. There was plenty to share for our table of four! #invited
And Friday, I was back in the studio at Dubai Eye — I always love chatting with Helen! I also received a cute care package from the team at Book My Pet. #gifted
Links, please.
Catch me on Dubai Eye for a bit of the live chat. Facebook
Time to show up for some of your delivery favorites: the Deliveroo Awards voting is open now! Deliveroo
Abu Dhabi coming in hot with $$$ for restaurant investment and development. The National
Is this a Taco Bell party, or am I having an existential crisis? Esquire
Dirty martini…pasta? Tasting Table
Making plans for Athens, GA. Eater
Cool brands looking for food collabs. Taste
Talk to me about hotel scents. Washington Post
Are we all just too old for this sh*t? HuffPost
As a reminder, if you’re heading home from summer travels, please use my code COURTNEY25 to save 25% off any pre-booked rides until the end of August with Blacklane.
I know a few phubbers. I might be one. Instagram
Charing 2EUR to…cut a sandwich?! (Thanks, Liam!) The Times
The power of food to evoke memory. LitHub
Follow of the week: this Taco Bell sommelier. Instagram
The sound of summer? Smithsonian
Diet Coke raters, we salute you. TikTok
Have you heard of the wrong shoe theory? Vogue
I forever want to explore foreign convenience stores. Thrillist
The biggest names in food are just regular people from TikTok. Vox
For all, how to bring your dog to a restaurant. The Takeout
Do not shame anyone who isn’t going to a farmer’s market for their groceries. The Kitchn
Dollar Flight Club is offering their Lifetime Membership for $129 (usually $1,690) for the next 24 hours. Lifetime Members get up to 90% off all flights for life! #sponsored
This weekend? Brunch with The Bookers! We’re delighted to be checking out Bel Canto, which I’ve heard great things about.
Next week? Trying to get caught up on a few lunch spots and maybe a night out at Agora… What are you up to?
Stay cool, y’all.
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C.
Great list as always. The Esquire article was my absolute favourite.