Cabel Sasser tells a wonderful story about stumbling upon a unique cafe during his travels in Japan - one where you order for the next patron, rather than for yourself.
The Ogori cafe was an unforgettable travel moment, and an idea that has stuck with me: It was a complete surprise in our day. It encouraged communication between total strangers or, in this case, members of the Kashiwa community and a couple of weird guys from Oregon. It forced one to “let go”, just for a brief moment, of the total control we’re so used to exerting through commerce. It led you to taste something new, that you might not normally have ordered. It was a delight.(via kottke)
“Chicken Salad. The Way I Like It” by Ree Drummond. I seem to have food on my mind today, but I had to share this — read through the recipe and see if you don’t feel compelled to try it yourself! (Or perhaps it’s a good way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey later this week.) Her entire site is a fun browse, and chock full of delicious and inspiring recipes.
