In advance of tomorrow, Happy Mother’s Day (US Edition) to three of my favorite mamas, Erin, Vickie, and Cecelia! Also, a gentle reminder that Mother’s Day can be very difficult for some (for several reasons!).
In my first shoot for Dubai ByFood, we filmed at Caesar Palace (who were amazing hosts), featuring Demon Duck. I can’t wait to share the episode with you. I also went to Reif’s new restaurant in Dubai Hills, which I highly encourage you to visit. #invited
I finished the week with fab lunch hosted by Chiara Soldati, CEO of La Scolca Gavi, at Ristorante Loren. Thank you, MMI, for the invite and for delivering a delicious hamper of Nyetimber treats! Dinner was an easy backyard BBQ with Chad from Sidehustle, featuring some delicious crawfish and new dishes from Chef Troy. #invited
In other news, I’m close to (finally) finishing the final draft of a manuscript (!) and prepping for a lot of travel later in the month.
Links, please.
Jock, you will be missed. BBC
An honest look at staying at the Burj Al Arab. OMAAT
I want these for Dubai restaurants. (Thanks, Dr. B!) Gadabout
What’s the one thing you always order? GFY
It me. Tiktok
Finally, a purse with function. Neiman Marcus
Also, into this charger. Neiman Marcus
Are we done with sharing plates? Food & Wine
Cheese…in MY smoothies? Tasting Table
Looking for high-quality, royalty-free images and videos? Look no further than Shutterstock. #sponsored
Olive oil…in a squeeze bottle? Dieline
I am here for Barbie lemonade. VinePair
Got a tightly sealed jar? This might change your life. The Kitchn
These women are changing the way we travel. AFAR
This is getting out of control — chicken soup martini. Tasting Table
Flying economy, in bunk beds? House & Garden
Actually loving the design for the new biz class on FlyDubai. OMAAT
In case you need some additional royalty reading. Amazon
Also, the design for this vodka bottle is effortlessly chic. Dieline
But so is this…floss? Dieline
An everything bagel quiche. Girl vs. Dough
What’s the one that got away? GFY
Whatever the problem, it’s probably solved by walking. NYT
Why gum isn’t dairy free (?!). Tasting Table
The biggest food debates. The Takeout
I want to grow avocados in my house. Nordstrom
The future of social media is probably a lot less social. NYT
This weekend? In advance of the remainder of the month, chilling out.
Next week? A trip to try some of the culinary delights in Doha (and staying at the Raffles — I can’t wait), another delightful MMI lunch, my first Skin Laundry appointment, and finally, a special anniversary on Monday… 20 years married for me and Mr. Wright! (No, we can’t believe it either.)
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C.