- Scallops are the hardest thing in the world to make. Only because it's impossible to know when they're done. And if you are three seconds late in knowing that? They're totally rubbery and ruined, apparently. Way too hard. Gotta stay away from pinning any scallop-incorporated recipes on Pinterest from now on.
- On a MAC, press Command + Delete to delete a file instead of dragging it into the trash can.
- I've been using a lime as deodorant for the past few days. And dude? It's been pretty sweet. If you know me, you know I'm very... finicky when it comes to deodorants - I just don't trust them. They're so chemically. I heard about this alternative in some health magazine. Give it a try.
Williams-Sonoma Hate Guide
I like Williams-Sonoma, and I love this piece about it. It's written by Drew Magary, but reminds me of something that my brother Gary could've wrote, it's so angry/great.
Christmas Movie To Watch - Batman Returns
Okay, calm down. I know there are a billion other, way-more-Christmasy movies I could suggest here - but you already know about those! And hopefully you're aware of this one as well. But if not? Watch it!
It can get sickening to watch the gooey, heartfelt Christmas movies over and over each year (with the exception of Scrooged, I could watch that every year until I die and be quite content), so maybe mix it up and give this a watch.
And I'm not into comic books* or superheroes at all, but the sight of Gotham City? Fuck, it's so gorgeous. What a beautiful place to live. And with the snow? Get out of here, so lovely.
*Archie Comics are an exception obviously, those will always be delightful to me.
“If you can’t stand to see dirty dishes in the sink, never let anyone know that fact. You will be washing their dishes for the rest of your life.”
You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch
Not really an uplifting Christmas song, but still one of my favourites. The line "You're a rotter" always makes me laugh - just the way he sings it. Love this song. I remember hearing this song when I was a kid and imagined myself as an adult breaking up with someone by playing this song for them and then walking out. Still want to make that happen someday, would be so funny.
Roseanne "Stash From The Past" Episode
This Roseanne episode "Stash From The Past" is probably in the top three of their best episodes. Can't even describe how much the bathroom scene makes me laugh. Jackie is perfection.
Mom Says
Illustration by Andrew Hamm
Illustration by Andrew Hamm
Dish Drying Advice
Emails like this one below are why I'm thankful for this great lady.
“There must be something strangely sacred in salt. It is in our tears and in the sea.”
The Frozen Hot Chocolate at Serendipity 3 in NYC
My at-home version did not look like this, keep in mind.
My at-home version did not look like this, keep in mind.
This is the frozen hot chocolate that they serve at Serendipity 3 in New York. I've only tried to go to the restaurant once, and the line/wait was much too long so I left. I only really wanted to go so that I could try one of these since I've heard how good they are.
Anyway, I found out that you could buy the packets online and make them at home (providing you have a blender - a good blender, too - one that crushes up ice well), so that's what I did instead. Verdict? Really goddam good. I don't see how the made-in-the-restaurant version could be any better, really. Just tasty as hell. And enjoyed in the comfort of my own home no less! The packets come in a variety of sizes and you can buy them on Amazon.
It's $8.95 when you order it at the restaurant, but the serving size is good for at least two people they say (they also have a peanut butter version at the restaurant).
Also, have you seen the movie Serendipity? Man. I don't even like movies like that and I loved that movie. Just delightful as hell. The likable John Cusack? Get outta here, he's so great in it.