Weekend links.
I just…didn’t have a lot of energy this week. I’m not sure what to attribute it to, but I basically got on with my minimum activities (some form of exercise, and 1,000 words a day on my current manuscripts) and that’s about it. I did record two more episodes of CSR of One, adopted a foster dog (welcome to the family, Poppy!), and volunteered at K9 Friends (it was a weirdly manic day), but it’s not a week I look back an am particularly proud of. Facts that (unfortunately) are true in 2020: this is the first cocktail book by a Black female bartender in a century. What does the food media need to do right now to support Black-owned businesses? Support The Okra Project. Please order me one of these boxes. But then also order me some additional food gifts (all from Black-owned companies). Also, some gift ideas from…
Weekend links.
A steady week with lots of words, aka, my kind of week. I also watched an absolute ton of Bargain Mansion on HGTV, and now I want to paint an accent wall in my office. I walked Poppy, our foster dog. On the topic of current events, I’m not giving myself a pat on the back, but I was able to have a conversation this week with a friend and WOC who basically said, ‘thanks.’ I think she was awesome to say so, especially after some of the stuff she’s been through, and I hope to continue to use my networks to reach others. Sometimes I think I’m shouting into a void. A great list of Black food bloggers. (And some Black restaurants, while we’re at it). A reading list for learning about race and food. Being Black in the world of wine. (Tip to Rebecca for this one). The…
Weekend links, Corona Edition #3.
How was your week? Are you feeling okay? While we had fun wine tasting, with new rules in place in the UAE as of last night, I won’t be able to join Lindsay for the next two weeks. If the two-way feature on IG Live wasn’t blocked, we might have better luck, but that’s not the case. Zoom, maybe? How about some links then? When distilleries make hand sanitizer. What goes into a 100 point wine? WHY IS EVERYONE MAKING BANANA BREAD? Diet Coke is the best beverage (fight me). Relevant: how to stop boredom eating. Why have I never thought to make this? (Ramen + cheese). Well done, Eleven Madison Park. Buy my new book? This week will be (hopefully) about staying productive inside (including editing a book, as well as working out). I’m hoping to come out on the 19th a kilo lighter and maybe even with a…
Weekend links, Corona Edition #2.
How are you doing out there, team? Hubs officially started working from home on Wednesday, but otherwise, I’ve just been editing a ton and trying to get outside now and then (while maintaining safe distances). Really, I’ve been good about limiting my alcohol intake from home (not going out for events has actually helped me). So, does drinking less improve other habits? Translation: we all want to travel right now (but can’t). Hey — a photo of mine from one of my favorite trips last year. Love this — the satisfaction of using everything you have available. Foster a dog, get free beer. Love this initiative!! I posted this on Twitter, but the history of Triscuits (my favorite cracker) is a ride. Join me for a virtual happy hour tonight? And the trailer for the series (we had a lot of fun filming last weekend, and have plans for more…
Weekend links.
Where did February go exactly? Anyway, here are some links for your enjoyment. The case for waiting in line for food. (Do you? Have you? I have no patience, so it’s not for me.) Defining fast food. LOVED this disclosure of how sponsored content works from Grace at The Stripe. Is fighting food waste a waste of time? Finally, a snack trend I can get behind. Here’s a Reddit feed to lose some time (forbidden snacks). Are meatless Mondays enough? (Probably not). Toothpaste as a souvenir? Personally, I’m a fan of visiting grocery stores. It’s a busy week ahead — book club, a dine-around, and visiting a Food Fiesta. Plus, I’m trying to get to F45 as much as possible… My 40th birthday is on the 17th!
Weekend Links.
As usual, it’s been a beat. I’ve been out and about – ranging from purely mediocre (Nassau), to above average (The Locale, Hutong, and Nammos), to fantastic (Indochine, LPM Terrace launch, and the pop-up burger at High Joint). Sort of a mixed bag these past few weeks — especially in my rule of only going out when it’s a paid assignment. Oops! Striving to be better the next few weeks. A zero-calorie sweetener that’s sustainable? New words to describe different food feels. I really don’t know how to describe this video. James Bond + hotels. On being a female food critic. As someone who eats too many carbs, *grabby hands.* On the radio. No to the no. This weekend we’re off to Abu Dhabi to check out the new W Abu Dhabi, and next week has some potential – but, as usual, I’m waiting to hear back on a few…
Weekend links.
Lots to report this week! Is something in the water? I’ve been sent stuff, pitched new assignments, and asked to do a fairly high-level interview (just trying to ignore my imposter syndrome over here, cool?). Basically, I’m just trying to get ahead on some writing assignments, and not succeeding. Worried about the coronavirus? This a good read about Chinese food and the future of pandemics. An art exhibit about the evolution of food photography. Face mask + snacks = a fantastic read. An interesting read… While everyone knows I’m married on social media, Hubs is not a commodity (although he is a fairly decent Instagram husband). How and what people do with loved ones in their lives is always interesting to me (ESPECIALLY children). I could go into a VERY long post about my thoughts on people pimping their kids and consent from children. Pertinent to my interests, queso dips.…
Weekend Links.
Much as I thought January would do, we’ve more or less sprinted through it! Since the start of the year, we’ve said goodbye to two foster animals (another three-legged cat — adopted by a friend, and a cutie Shih Tsu puppy, also in her forever home), visited Oman for three nights, stopped in for a venue launch or two, and most importantly — moved house! Yes, it’s been a few months in the making, but I’m writing from my new office (instead of the landing, where I had been set up for four years). We don’t have anything up on the walls yet, but we’re working on lights and some other things (including washing and drying ALL everything I own, because I have a separate washer and dryer for the first time in 20 years). Here are some links, if you’re interested! Food and romance novels are at the intersection…
Weekend links.
I wish I had more weeks like this one! A very festive book club, speaking at the closing AD Culinary Season event, and LOTS of deliveries. I’ve had a generous group of restaurants gift me plenty of yummy foodie presents this week — let’s just say that Hubs’ office has been getting non-stop confectionary. We also decided on taking on a foster cat for the holiday period. We’ve named her Lulu, and she’s had a tough life but she hasn’t let it slow her down. For when you want to cook weird stuff. Anything can be a champagne glass. A pasta that uses two bottles of wine? Sign me up! This list of the best ‘underground’ food spots just made me hungry. I’m all for more transparency between influencers and Instagram (among other platforms). Following above, want to become a celebrity food influencer? Follow these steps! Still looking for gifts? …