Two unrelated comments: 1) my mother made homemade barbecue sauce that was coveted, although I have no idea where the recipe came from. She died in September after years with dementia and slowly the things about her that got erased in her decline are coming back as fond memories. She loved a summer party and summer party menus equally. I might need to try that sauce recipe to compare. (2) Every time I hear something about the Marriage at Sea book I am convinced it is one I need to read. Your review added to the convincing.
Book sounds like fun! At first, I thought you might be talking about “The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi”, which is also a great feminist shipwreck-ish (among other things!) story.
If you liked "A Marriage at Sea" may I recommend "Swept Away" by Beth O'Leary. It's a romance novel with a similar setting - an unlikely love story that begins while surviving at sea. It's funny, nerve-wracking, and a great summer read to keep you entertained!
Yes, it's more exciting than you think. Not sure where the expression comes from but the idea is that we're not paying enough attention to something...
I've also been eating apricots with yogurt this week. I've added walnuts and mint and a drizzle of honey. I agree with you on how great honey and yogurt get along. I also added some fresh figs yesterday that we found at our famer's market. It's be a very delightful combo.
Making the BBQ chicken now! And also I’m going to throw together the couscous as I’ve been on a couscous kick lately… usually I just make a very simple lemony version, but I’m looking to use up some of my herbs, so this will help. A question about the sauce, please. I used Chimayo Chile powder because I was out of Ancho Chile powder, but I do assume you (rather, Franklin) mean something similar? Not Chilli powder? Just wanted to double check. If you ever get around to making the BBQ sauce with metric measurements/weights, please share! I may do it myself the next time I make it because the measurements are pretty wonky and I like to simplify and have fewer dishes to wash (I had already begun making it before I realized the extra added amounts to almost all ingredients, so I didn’t do it this time). Thank you!
Thank you for sharing what you’re using. My bbq sauce was amazing as was the chicken and the couscous. Perfect summer meal! Chili powder is a mix of spices vs chile powder which is ground, dried Chiles only. Mine had a bit of mild/medium hit to it and we all really liked that.
Two unrelated comments: 1) my mother made homemade barbecue sauce that was coveted, although I have no idea where the recipe came from. She died in September after years with dementia and slowly the things about her that got erased in her decline are coming back as fond memories. She loved a summer party and summer party menus equally. I might need to try that sauce recipe to compare. (2) Every time I hear something about the Marriage at Sea book I am convinced it is one I need to read. Your review added to the convincing.
Here for the patio dinners 💛💛
Intimacies is very very good! I hope you like it too!
As always, your newsletter is a pure pleasure.
I just finished Audition twenty minutes ago! I need some time to mull it over.
Love this, Jenny! One of my love languages is sending Adam your recipes that remind me of him (this qualifies).
Book sounds like fun! At first, I thought you might be talking about “The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi”, which is also a great feminist shipwreck-ish (among other things!) story.
If you liked "A Marriage at Sea" may I recommend "Swept Away" by Beth O'Leary. It's a romance novel with a similar setting - an unlikely love story that begins while surviving at sea. It's funny, nerve-wracking, and a great summer read to keep you entertained!
For another feminist seafaring/survival story that is based on a true story, you should check out Isola!
Help! What does “don’t sleep on couscous” mean? It’s more exciting than you think or it will give you heartburn?
Yes, it's more exciting than you think. Not sure where the expression comes from but the idea is that we're not paying enough attention to something...
I LOVE sea survival stories. I can't wait to read this one. Thanks for sharing!
Have you read in the Heart of the Sea? That’s our favorite - so good on audio
I've also been eating apricots with yogurt this week. I've added walnuts and mint and a drizzle of honey. I agree with you on how great honey and yogurt get along. I also added some fresh figs yesterday that we found at our famer's market. It's be a very delightful combo.
Is there a list of books you’ve read/recommended over the years that lives somewhere on your blog/Substack etc - much like the recipe index.
not yet!
Would like to vote for bookshop.org being an ideal place for one!
Making the BBQ chicken now! And also I’m going to throw together the couscous as I’ve been on a couscous kick lately… usually I just make a very simple lemony version, but I’m looking to use up some of my herbs, so this will help. A question about the sauce, please. I used Chimayo Chile powder because I was out of Ancho Chile powder, but I do assume you (rather, Franklin) mean something similar? Not Chilli powder? Just wanted to double check. If you ever get around to making the BBQ sauce with metric measurements/weights, please share! I may do it myself the next time I make it because the measurements are pretty wonky and I like to simplify and have fewer dishes to wash (I had already begun making it before I realized the extra added amounts to almost all ingredients, so I didn’t do it this time). Thank you!
The chile powder I use is "pure chili powder." Will let you know re: metric measurements!
Thank you for sharing what you’re using. My bbq sauce was amazing as was the chicken and the couscous. Perfect summer meal! Chili powder is a mix of spices vs chile powder which is ground, dried Chiles only. Mine had a bit of mild/medium hit to it and we all really liked that.
How about True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi? A Newbery Honor book for middle grade readers.
Marriage at Sea sounds like the perfect pick for my retired-Coast-Guard-officer Dad's birthday in August! Thanks, Jenny!