Weekly A to Z, February 15th.
The one with the nieces. 👭💕
I’ve unlocked a newfound respect for parents everywhere — it’s been a busy week showing family around town, but also exhausting (but also fun, but also, I’m tired). Dubai is a great city for kids, and there’s so much to explore! And yes, the Charm Bar is good for any age (I love the bracelet I made). Also, pool > pretty much everything else (I’m 90% sure any parent could’ve easily told me this).
Many thanks to the team at The Slice for sending over a few goodies ahead of their launch at DIFC. #gifted
Links, please.
I wrote about restaurants working with influencers with some great insights from friends in the community. Fast Company
Tresind Studio (among others) is joining up at QIFF’s Michelin village next week. Instagram
We can thank Rihanna for the recent trend of caviar chicken nuggets. People
*need* this Gulf of Mexico shirt. Bitter Southerner
Also, I want ALL of these matchbooks. One and Only
Who needs a Tiffany blue mimosa? (A: Not me). The Takeout
The history of chocolate sardines. Eater
What does mouthfeel actually mean? The Takeout
Why not both? BlueSky
The world is falling apart, eat like a kid. Eater
Love a potato press release (and French Fry lip products). Idaho Potato
I feel (too) seen: what we can’t stand to feel bored. The Guardian
The Mona Lisa is…moving? BBC
A unique candle. 🍌 MoMA
Who actually invented Toaster Strudel? The Takeout
US subscribers, I see you — the best egg replacers. King Arthur Baking
For when you *really* like pistachio. DS and Durga
Maybe if Pitfire made one. Food Beast
Talk to me about kimchi dauphinoise. The Guardian
(wants to) Add to cart. Olvia On Halle
What is dead weight? Mental Floss
Also, genuinely think this fortune cookie would look good on my desk. Coming Soon New York
The Pillsbury Doughboy has a name (and a family)?! The Takeout
Do you like a Japandi design? The Kitchn
Finally, a cookbook for me. Amazon
How SNL got into our vernacular. NYT
Placing all my imaginary caviar in this. Coming Soon New York
Love this concept: a dog’s date out (and yes, the dog walking program is ongoing at K9. Chewy
Theoretical vacations. Town & Country
This weekend? Out and about.
Next week? More sightseeing. All the best to everyone involved with Gulfood!
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