Eid Mubarak!
A relatively quiet(ish) week before taking off for Serbia. I was able to have lunch at the delightful Fish at the Westin Mina Seyahi. Be whisked away to the Aegean without leaving Dubai. Go for a long lazy lunch this weekend, trust me. #invited
With a travel day on Thursday, we hit the ground running into Belgrade. Our hotel, Square Nine, was the perfect central location for a city break, which, thus far, has been a series of easy conversations, cocktails, and exploration of the city.
On Friday, we went for a long lunch at Salon 1905, which was…okay. Attempts were made, but I’m looking forward to upcoming meals in the city.
Finally, a special thanks to Blacklane for sending me to DXB in style. Want to know more about my favorite transportation app? Click here. I’ve used it around the world and have never been disappointed by the quality of the car or driver. #gifted
Links, please.
Delighted to share Ossiano and sommelier Danijela’s story. EuroCave
A review of the stunning Bayou Villas which I visited earlier in the year. d-Journal
A food disgust test. IDR Labs
Do you need some conversation starters? Camille Styles
Would you rent a friend on vacation? AFAR
It’s me, hi, I’m the problem, it’s me. TikTok
This gin is also a perfume. VinePair
Would you try a parmesan espresso martini? Food and Wine
Fashion is finally designing for women over 40. Fast Company
Throw your friend a career shower. Bustle
FTW. TikTok
Why customer data is the holy grail of restaurant success. NRN
Anyone up for a Chat GPT-tini? Robb Report
Give me all the grilled cheese recipes. The Kitchn
We are all chips. TikTok
Oops. Tasting Table
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More food waste cookbooks, please. Eater
Slutty Vegan putting the party in plant-based. New Yorker
What is the difference between personal and private chefs? Tasting Table
Food influencers are quitting social media for regular jobs. Takeout
For my elder millennials. Dieline
DEEP-FRIED DEVILED EGGS. Tasting Table
Would you try panko scrambled eggs? The Kitchn
Who are the richest F&B owners? Takeout
DIY airplane cocktails. VinePair
This weekend? Continuing to enjoy Belgrade! We have some additional meals lined up that I’m really looking forward to.
Next week? Trying to figure out which of the five invites I’m going to accept on Wednesday!!!! My heart is leaning toward the caviar dinner at Ossiano.
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C.
That rent a friend article was fascinating!