I’ve been working on creating cocktails for a Diageo event in a few days (boy am I rusty). After putting random flavors together that didn’t work at all, I realized that it was time to get back to basics.
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And that’s how I signed up to The Pattern. It wasn’t a hard sell. As someone that’s always been into understanding myself more and a longtime believer of astrology, this was right up my alley.
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I’m knee-deep (what does this even mean?!) in finalizing the details for the Holy Sip Jamaica dinner in two weeks. While excited, there’s been quite a bit to do.
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As he started to leave he asked me, “Where can I get some good glassware?”
“The thrift store,” I responded. He looked at me incredulously while pondering the thought for a moment.
In any case, I’d argue that what truly creates the unique taste of Jamaican food is the use of scotch bonnet peppers (no, you can’t sub habanero peppers), thyme and pimento.
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About two years ago I had a bowl of Chef Scotley Innis’ oxtail ramen. It was the revolutionary Jamaican food moment that I’d been waiting for. For years Jamaica and Japan have had a cultural exchange.
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I’m Jamaican, but I rarely go to Jamaican restaurants. When I do, I normally order the oxtail because it’s something I never cook at home.
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Yesterday it hit me. Let me back up for a second. I figured out my purpose a long time ago, that it was connecting people together over food and beverage.
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I’m a creature of habit. When I started kickboxing, I found a bag that I liked and stuck with it every session. I’d arrive early just to make sure I could claim it.
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After a few minutes, I still didn’t see the car so I checked the site again and saw that the DoorDash driver marked the order as delivered. Outrage!
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I actually spent years rooting against him while he played my favorite teams. Even though I wasn’t cheering for him, I always respected his game. He was one of the greats.
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Nothing feels better to me when someone walks into something I’ve created and proclaim, “This space feels really good.”
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After two episodes: “If Jerry was my friend and mat talked me all day, there isn’t anything I couldn’t do. (This is after having no idea what in the hell mat talk was until the day before?”
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What this reminded me is that things are happening even if you can’t see it. This doesn’t only pertain to health. It’s applicable in every area of your life. You just need to continue to do your part.
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