how to host an amazing party and adult fig newtons

I love having people over. And I think throwing parties is an art. My essentials for throwing an amazing party (in no particular order): The right kind of playlist. What kind of energy do I want to generate? Typically I err on the side of upbeat indie tracks with a few non-obnoxious pop songs for familiarity. […]

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Gormeh Sabzi

Gormeh Sabzi Today was a normal Saturday: some yoga, some gormeh sabzi and refugees. Since my stomach started feeling better today, I figured I’d take it easy and eat Persian cuisine for the first time. My friend had me over to her place to try this delicious (and healthy) dish. And, unlike the moon, it […]

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Christmas cookies: part 3

Torta delle rose Soon after I posted part 2 (and what I had assumed was the finale) of my Christmas cookie saga, I got a text from my adorable Italian neighbor upstairs. She just had her second child and I’ve really enjoyed getting to know her and her husband; they bring a great Italian spark […]

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