Good afternoon!
OK, so you’ve studied the video from Lydia Chávez on how to make cocktail-sized chile rellenos for the holidays—and the accompanying essay with strict instructions from her mother’s best friend on the only correct way to do it right.
Now Junyao Yang tells you how to make hot pot for the holidays, where to buy all the ingredients, and why hours of cooking and eating together are so great for a group. “Hosting a hot pot dinner is a low lift,” promises Junyao.
And here’s another terrific “People We Meet” story from Naomi Marcus: Yury Loves Liya. Let there be light.
More soon,
Sara
Latest News
How to host a hot pot party for the holidays, and where to get all you need
“It’s both a meal and an activity. Everyone has something to do while eating.”
Making cocktail-sized chiles rellenos for the holidays
“‘I don’t like the size of those,’ said Evelyn, in a tone of voice that demanded I start over.”
People We Meet
People We Meet: Yury Loves Liya
“Her mom took one look at me, pushed me into a hot shower and poured me a large cognac.”
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Alcatraz
By Steven Collari
Events
Today: The Mystery Lights, Levitation Room, at The Chapel, December 30, 8-10PM
Tomorrow: New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance Party with Cosmo Alleycats, Verdi Club, December 31, 7:30PM-midnight
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