Weekly A to Z, May 25th. 📚
The one with a new book.
Perhaps a perfect week?
On Tuesday, I published a new book (well, actually, two — I’m something of an overachiever)! Should you love the Young Adult genre or have a YA reader in your house, I’d love for you to check out Take Three at Mulholland High, a #1 New Release in its category). For now, it’s only available digitally, but I hope to have a paperback version soon. The second book is the three complete novels, should you be interested.
On Tuesday night, I was out to Ossiano for the Potong collab with award-winning Chef Pam. You’ll want to check out the experience here. #invited
Recovering on Wednesday, on Thursday night, I was over to Chez Wam for Chef Hadrien’s chef’s table, which is one you’ll definitely need to add for your next night out. For now, the experience is offered exclusively on Tuesdays. Have a sneak preview of some of the dishes here. Also, I feel inclined to advise that the resident DJ was a) elite and b) pure elder millennial bliss. #invited
Links, please.
The World’s 50 Best Awards, #51-100, were released on Wednesday. A massive congratulations to our local Orfali Brothers at #64. I’m delighted to have visited a number of others on the list, and I am waiting for the big list in June!
What is the first cultivated food item on retail shelves? Food Dive
On my list to buy in France in June, a scratch and sniff stamp (!). NYT
Yes, you absolutely should dress up for dinner. Vogue
The secret history of the original deep dish pizza. Chicago Mag
Love the name, love the design. Single and Fat
Sign me up: Next-level luxury hotel experiences. NYT
Would you drink the viral Dr. Pepper pickle drink? (A: No). Tasting Table
Gearing up for a summer of Lambrusco. Food & Wine
10/10 need this bag for groceries. Monte’s Social Club
Understanding Generation Alpha. McCrindle
Are you ready for bromakase? NYT
Not MY Salt. Instagram
An actual nothing burger. Twitter
Would you try mushroom jerky? Moku Foods
There’s no such thing as vegetables. CNN
Do I want this wallpaper for my office? Press Loft
This is a marathon I would train for. Tasting Table
Do sounds have a taste? PubMed
Would you drink wine out of a paper bottle? VinePair
There’s a new luxury fruit in town. Robb Report
Getting (really) old-school caffeinated. Ambrook
But do I need another candle? Hotel Lobby
Is this the best ice cream scoop ever? Food & Wine
How to host a cookbook book club. BonAppetit
For a better summer, just make it shrimp? TikTok
The one food to bring when traveling with children. Cup of Jo
When romance novel covers hide a revolution. Reactor Mag
Yes, I would try a Pink Lemonade KitKat. Tasting Table
Revenge of the home page. New Yorker
Yes, to Reese’s popcorn. Dieline
Need to get invited to the Sweets & Snacks Expo. Food Dive
What are the best gift baskets? Wirecutter
Yes, sign me up for the Hallmark holiday experience. TikTok
This weekend? Getting to see Tom Segura in Abu Dhabi! The Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island has been kind enough to offer us a stay. I’m already dreaming of jumping directly into the pool. Take me away, AUH.
Next week? A stay at Atlantis the Royal and a (much) belated dinner at Jun’s.
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C.
