1. The author of a blog I read every now and then recently posted about the cathartic effect of a sad movie. This got me thinking about my favorite tear-jerker movies… you know, the ones you sit down to watch with a box of tissues at the ready. I realized that many of my all-time favorite films are actually quite sad at the end: Braveheart, Legends of the Fall, Brokeback Mountain, The Departed… (the list goes on); not quite sure what that says about me? I guess I just enjoy a good cry every now and then.
2. The company I develop recipes for – Key Ingredient – has just released an explanatory video detailing in a concise manner what they’re all about. Check it out here!
3. Although I am aware that it is still mid-summer, I am already longing for fall. We are in Lincoln City, OR* (right on the coast – about 2 hours west of Portland) for John’s cousin’s wedding weekend and the cool temperatures have me yearning for crisp days and warm sweaters.
4. Despite #3, I’m still enjoying summer’s bounty to the fullest, and my Basil Walnut Pesto is a fantastic summery addition to any meal (or snack).
Get the recipe on The Back Burner!
*I’m falling in love with the coast of Oregon! Not only is the coastline gorgeous, but the fresh seafood is just as good as back home in Boston.
Exhibit A:
Some of the guys went fishing a few days ago and caught a ton of fresh crabs. These legs and claws were so good! Sweet & succulent crab meat ranks even higher than lobster in my book ;). Mmmmm.
