Weekly A to Z, November 30th.
The Thanksgiving one! 🦃🥂
Ahead of National Day, congrats to the UAE on 53 years!
On Wednesday, I had been looking forward to visiting FZN by Bjorn Franzen for weeks and was delighted to finally attend. The fit-out is unlike any other space in the city, with two unique dining spaces for guests. It genuinely feels like you are in a completely separate building. I don’t want to give away too much of the menu, but our favorite dishes were the langoustine and the chawanmushi (although there is plenty more to enjoy). If you get a chance, visit the wine room, and if anyone has some spare dizzles, consider this clever Baccarat piece for storing your caviar (as FZN does). #invited
Some deliveries? In honor of their recent opening in Dubai Harbor, Duo sent through a beautiful care package featuring truffles, luxury olive oil, and stunning water glasses. While I’m still closest to the Dubai Hills location, I encourage you to visit — any time of day! MMI sent over a holiday box titled “Pair with Flair,” which celebrates their recently launched wine subscription service. #gifted
Ahead of our Thanksgiving celebration today, I want to thank all of the companies I’m working with to make our party extra special: the Westin Mina Sehyai for their incredible turkey and sides, Anitpodes (because even water can be elevated), First Crust (because I’m serious about the quality of my pies), Jones the Grocer (because their cheese subscription is worth looking into), Drink Dry (with sparkling and non-alcoholic beer because everyone should be able to enjoy a party however they want to!) and MMI for an additional sponsorship of bottles for the party. #gifted
The Week That Was (including the visit to FZN) (3).
Links, please.
Chef Gigi is hiring! An excellent opportunity to work for an exciting new restaurant in Dubai. Instagram
Etihad is flying to Atlanta!!!! (And nine other international locations). Etihad
What it’s like to celebrate Thanksgiving abroad. AFAR
Is it too late to get another advent calendar? 👀 Bokksu
Talk to me about luxury supermarket hauls. Cosmopolitan
Is grilled cheese a morning or evening food? Reddit
Are you ready for everything seasoning mac and cheese? Yahoo
Marked to stay at in Cape Town. Hotels Above Par
A perfect stocking stuffer (for me). Pipsticks
As is this. Pipsticks
How to host Thanksgiving on a budget. Sunset
Is the world ready for Shaq gummies? Shaq-A-Licious
Dreaming of this buttermilk pie. The Cookie Rookie
Why do we panic buy ahead of a trip? Washington Post
So, now there is Pizza Hut wine? The Takeout
Do I need this baguette pen? Etsy
Would you eat a caviar Twinkie? I would! Plate
“Welcome in!” Eater
I’m also very into Matthew McConaughey’s tuna salad. Today
What are the benefits of little treats? Self
I don’t drink a lot of soju, but when I do, I want to drink it from here. Amazon
Filed under, candles I need. Tinned Candles
How many restaurants does Gordon Ramsay own worldwide? The Takeout
Ready for WhatsApp voice message transcripts. Tech Crunch
What, exactly, is a boutique hotel? Afar
Do I need this? 🍅 Sur La Table
Why doesn’t bubble gum flavor last? The Takeout
Love this concept in Qatar. Instagram
Mariah Carey has her own Christmas-themed bar. Delicious
In honor of Thanksgiving, the Moist Maker. Sandwiches of History
Very into these little advent calendars at Aldi. The Kitchn
You do not have me convinced with goose-flavored whiskey. Robb Report
This (long) weekend? Thanksgiving, Brandt-Wright edition (just a casual party for 40???). Also, I think it’s time to put up the tree!
Next week? Quiet for now; let’s see what happens.
Best dishes in November? That's a tough one! I enjoyed a lot of incredible food this month. Overall, I liked the langoustine from FZN, the grilled Wagyu from Strawfire, and finally, the Kobako Crab Bara Chriashi from the Takahisa x SushiJin collab. Of course, Hampton Water, hosted by founder Jon Bon Jovi, gets all the bonus points. How about you? What were your favorite dishes this month?
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Exciting about the MMI box!