Things to be thankful for…
that my prognostication skills are so truly bad… another interview done in Paris, coming to newsstands soon. And a tasty photo to whet your appetite (please note that I refrained from saying mouth-watering. Barely, but I did refrain…)
CNN’s man in Baghdad, Michael Ware is one of few western journalists to have reported from insurgent camps. An avid rugby fan, we met him in Paris where he was covering the World Cup. He selects the touristy Thai restaurant Asian for his last meal.
(”Last meal” being the name for the recurring feature in the magazine.)
Judging solely by the attire, this was taken Saturday, October 13, the day of the England/France semifinal. (Sorry for the reminder, Délie!) I expect to have the accompanying article next week.
November 22nd, 2007 at 13:09
Wow! Wow! Wow! Do you think it’s French wine in the glass? I hope so… I may try this restaurant on Georges V avenue, one day! I just have to find the good guy to invite me
Oh Cyn, France’s ruin in the RWC still hurts me… But you know what? The English soccer’s team failed to the Qualies for the Euro Cup! Such a shame for them!!!!
Well, another magazine to buy… That’s good for my English!
November 22nd, 2007 at 13:18
Délie, would they serve anything other than a French wine in Paris? I would have thought it was required! I just can’t imagine them offering a California (or Aussie!) wine!
November 22nd, 2007 at 14:19
You have forgotten the Argentinan wines!
Believe me, you can order Californian wines in lots of restaurants (and sometimes some Aussie and Argentinan) in Paris. Most of all, if it’s a trendy and/or fancy restaurant of the 8th district of Paris, like the Asian Restaurant!
The question is: what kind of wine do you drink with a Thai meal? And the answer could depend of… what did he order? What did he eat? Fish, seafoods, meats, if so Chicken, beef… Because you can’t mess with the type of wines and this meals! Not in France!!! We learn that in kindegarten! Or almost…
Ok, Cyn, after the astrology - horoscope page and some talks about coats and t-shirts (Hmmm black t-shirt and black sport coat!), we have the culinary one here! Next step: music or movie! Guys, I think we are ready for running some Women’s magazine’s blog!
Seriously, on this Thanksgiving Day, I have big thoughts for all your people in Afghanistan and Iraq. May they have some peace and rest today…
November 22nd, 2007 at 15:14
CNN Domestic kept saying that Michael would be on with an update about the mortar attack on the Green Zone, but they never got to him before they went to the docu-marathon. No injuries apparently, another thing to be extremely grateful for…
And don’t make me start a book club…
November 22nd, 2007 at 19:06
Oh my darling webmistress …… I do so love this new photo!
November 23rd, 2007 at 06:34
This is a remarkable photo. I am on my way to Borders and Barnes and Noble to see if they have it here in Buford. We are a suburb of Atlanta.
I just can’t wait to read the whole article!!!
November 23rd, 2007 at 11:53
Everyone here still has the November issue…
And yes, I would have braved a retail store on Black Friday to get it!
November 23rd, 2007 at 11:57
Please, what is the name of this magazine? (I must have missed something!)
November 23rd, 2007 at 11:59
Whoops, sorry — it’s called Monocle and this is in the December issue.
November 23rd, 2007 at 12:53
Thank you, Cyn, as always.
After posting my message I remembered that I, too, could do an internet search instead of being lazy! I have called my local Barnes & Noble and Borders bookstores. Neither offer that magazine for sale. I assume that, given all the British actors we have in this city, someplace on the Westside will have it for sale. There are so many sidewalk periodical vendors on the Westside and the San Fernando Valley.
I’ve e-mailed the magazine requesting direction to whomever sells it in Los Angeles. If you can find it in Oregon or Georgia, I’ve got to be able to find it in L.A. …. don’t cha think?
What seller are you finding carry this magazine?
November 23rd, 2007 at 12:56
I found it carried by both Borders and B&N. I’m sure it’s carried at a lot of places in L.A.
November 23rd, 2007 at 13:28
Have they said when the December issue will arrive?
Hey, I guess this shows me how “unfashionable” my part of town is …. they don’t even bother stocking our local chain bookstores with “exotic” magazines.
*hanging head in shame*
November 23rd, 2007 at 13:33
They are expecting it next week. So you have the weekend to track down a “fashionable” store! LOL
November 24th, 2007 at 04:43
Finally Cyn! Finally I was able to log on to your wonderful blog!
Hi you guys!
This picture of Michael is just *sigh* beautiful. Cyn, I am so glad that you refrained from mentioning mouth-watering. We should “try” to be good. LOL.
Thanks for the info on the magazine article. As it is the end of Novemeber I would think that it would be out by now. I am planning on hitting my local Barnes & Noble this weekend, so if I find it I will surely let you know. If I am able to find it and any of you want copies, let me know, I will keep you posted. Like Jodi54 I live in a somewhat out of touch area, so we shall see. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that I can find it.
November 25th, 2007 at 18:59
GREAT! Finally, the article!!!!
“If they want to own me, they go via my stomach.”
Thanks for the tip, Mick!
November 25th, 2007 at 20:57
Mick I’ll cook Thai food for you anytime, anyplace! LOL
I’ll even bring the ingredients to Baghdad! I’ll feed you until you are the size you were playing rugby.
November 25th, 2007 at 22:58
Wonderful! Thanks to those responsible! Interesting and revealing for such a short and focused article.
I live on the Pacific Rim and am surrounded by Thai food and language. Here I mostly find Thai dishes that are spicy or quite sweet …. lots of coconut, lots of peanuts added or peanut sauce …. strong flavors …. and very sweet, delicious ice tea. Does that jive with everybody else’s experience?
November 26th, 2007 at 04:06
Thanks to Maxie!!! Great article! I join Jodi on the “revealing” feature for short article. This reading made my day for many reasons :-)!
I love Thai food. I am so into curry (Hmmm… prawns in curry sauce!!!). Curry, coconut and coriander… There are flavors I like to mix!
And welcome to PatiMc! It’s so nice to see you there too! ;-)!
November 26th, 2007 at 08:56
Does anyone recommend the magazine beyond this very special article?
November 26th, 2007 at 12:59
Just as an aside, I wonder if he uses a fork or chopsticks for his Thai food?
November 26th, 2007 at 13:05
I would think it common to use chopsticks in Australia, but that’s just a guess. (Although come to think of it, I do recall seeing a photo of Ian Thorpe using chopsticks to eat sashimi.)
November 26th, 2007 at 13:33
I got my issue. I found it at my usual press shop! And got the answer to my question about the wine: Château Châtain Lejard (it’s a Bordeaux, a merlot based one). Great choice, Mick! They give the recipe of the “Tom Yum Goong”.
Jodi, it’s not the type of magazine I will monthly read but I found a very interesting article about the film director Stephen Frears, another one called The world at war, it’s a map with “military build-ups”. Another one about Israel and its new anti-missile shield and a last one about HD Television based on the French-German channel Arte. The rest is more about design, travels… Chic brands and places.
November 26th, 2007 at 14:29
Thank you, Delie, thank you.