Weekend links.

A busy week, but I (almost) achieved (some) amount of balance!  At least I've got absolutely NOTHING on for Friday/Saturday and I couldn't be more excited.  Also, I'm going to be published in the Khaleej Times WKND, so be on the look out for my article.

• Memoirs written by women in the culinary world.
• An Ode to Olive Garden.
• A room service that delivers books?  (I have a suggestion, if you need one).
• On giving back Michelin stars.
• Did you catch my article in the Ritz Carlton DIFC newsletter?
• Did you catch my review of the terrible time at Hakkasan?  You might also want to read The Emireati's take on the same meal.

Tonight I'm going to a wine dinner (hosted by the fabulous Lindsay, of The Tasting Class) and next week will be a busy one with attending the S. Pellegrino Young Chef's finals, and a visit to Abu Dhabi to try out Toro Toro and 99 Sushi. What are you up to this weekend?