Weekly A to Z, July 13th. ??

I returned to K9 after a short break, and it was good to be back with the doggies. If you’re interested in fostering over the summer, have experience with dogs, and no young children in the house — give me a shout!

On Wednesday, I accepted an invite to RSVP for a catch-up, and I’m so glad I did! With my favorite fries in the city (!) and a host of other seasonal dishes, I was impressed by the generous portions and chill vibes. Order the lobster linguine, but be prepared to share, as it’s a lot of delicious pasta. #invited

Thank you to the team at Luxeology for the delivery of goodies — very appreciated!

Otherwise, I’m in editing mode with a manuscript and happy to stay close to the house. Summer is a bit of a recovery/detox time for me, and I don’t mind it.

Links, please.

• Dan and I’s radio visit last week discussing all things Michelin. I’ve also posted the broadcast videos here (spoiler alert: we’re a little tired). Dubai Eye
• Got a culinary or lifestyle idea? The Spinneys incubator is now accepting applications. Spinneys
• FIFO approach to organizing the fridge. Apartment Therapy
• Stop using so much soy sauce. The Takeout
• The things that seem to work for everyone else. Modern Mrs. Darcy
• I want to eat all my meals on this stunning dining set. Kim C Market
• Yes, I want to stay at this movie hotel in Georgia. Variety
• Whenever you post to Instagram, you turn on a light bulb forever. The Atlantic
• Is this the most beautiful steak and eggs you’ve ever seen? Twitter
• Here for the title: the great Lambrusco reawakening. The Drinks Business
• Another reason to celebrate the 4th of July this year is?100 years of the Caesar Salad. LA Times
• How influencers are changing the way food and beverage companies use social media. Food Dive
• A Milkbone x Dunkin collab that I want to find for Poppy. Dieline
• A beer…printer? VinePair
• Are we on the verge of global food wars? Food Institute
• How do sommeliers set prices for a wine list? Punch
• Would you try red wine ice cream? The Drinks Business
• How would the restaurant in The Bear work in real life? NYT
• Gen Z are drinking less (and what the alcohol industry is doing about it). Forbes
• College campuses that help make students aware of food chains. Ambrook
• Talk to me about grocery store tourism. Thrillist
• The wealth gap hits summer travel. Skift
• This is not meat. (Thanks? Liam). CNN
• How to handle aging parents’ clutter. Hello Gloria
• When you can send a bottle of wine back. VinePair
• How the industry benefits from pop-up dining. Plate
• Would you eat a scrambled pancake? Today
• Grilled cheese….ramen? FoodBeast

This weekend? Hanging with Hubs — he’s been traveling a bit, and Poppy and I have missed him. Might we unironically watch Hallmark’s Christmas in July lineup? We might. I’m also considering a late breakfast/early lunch at LOWE for an easy and delicious meal and to congratulate the team on their third consecutive Green Michelin star.

Next week? I’m still waiting to confirm a few things. The kind and generous GMs, chefs, and restauranteurs have been very gracious with invitations, and I have a lot of choices. I’m not complaining—I just wish there were more days in the week!

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C.