Greetings from over the Atlantic! I’m on my way back to the UAE after a fun break at home. It was basically the perfect week in the Northeast US — including shopping, family and friends, and great meals. I’ve got all my highlights saved here if you’d like to see.
Links, please.
Read: Liam’s take on solo diners. FACT
A better way to think about the travel bucket list. AFAR
How to build a fabulous cheese board. Shondaland
Stop comparing yourself (to yourself). SELF
Popeyes girl dinner. (Thanks, Erin!) CNN
Is going viral a good thing? Eater
Can you age rose? Food & Wine
For fans, New French wine. Amazon
🍟. Dieline
Why is Masterchef Australia the perfect cooking competition show? The Ringer
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How far will salmon swim for craft beer? Hakai Magazine
Is there a ‘right’ age for women to work? Hello Gloria
What’s the weirdest drink order ever received? VinePair
Think twice about ultra-processed foods. NPR
Absolutely not. CNN
For my fellow Yanks, Americans will need a visa for the EU (starting in 2024). CNT
Unpacking what that means. OMAAT
Minimalism is neat, but clutter makes a home. The Atlantic
Why is Toberlone associated with airports? CNN
Into this Shake Shack branding. NRN
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Unexpected things happy people have in their homes. The Kitchn
Partners, please read: how to take a picture of your girlfriend. GQ
What’s the nicest compliment you’ve received? Cup of Jo
What does a culinary intern do? Saveur
Not for me, but maybe for you. Big Night
An easy way to make soup thicker. Tasting Table
The last place you should go. The Atlantic
This weekend? Mostly flying, then getting back into the speed of summer. Jet lag? Hopefully, I don’t know her.
Next week? Filming two episodes with Dubai byFood, volunteering, and hopefully a meal out (or two)…which I should probably set up.
What were my favorite dishes in July? The baked camembert at Chez Wam (I’m still thinking about it!), White on White from Chef Gregoire at the Ossiano x El Celler de Can Roca collab, and honestly, the Painkiller frozen drink at Cisco (I could have them x infinity). Honorable mentions to the open-faced lobster ravioli at David’s in Portland and the BBQ board at Terlingua. What were your favorite dishes this month?
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Cheers for the listing!