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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In just a few days, the pre-orders for my new book will close. As you know, my book is named The Guide to Becoming Alive. It’s a rally call to wake up and fight: for our senses, our gardens, and each other. I have never been more proud of anything I have ever done. I wrote it because I became curious about what it meant to live a GREAT life, and the more I explored it, the more I found myself investigating my brilliant friends' lives. This led to some fascinating conversations with humans who have dedicated their lives to greatness, and it became evident that their wisdom needed to be included in the book.

Many parts of my new book are devoted to the joy of food. There’s a long conversation with Alice Waters who said, “what you put in your mouth is what you put into the world.” Later I speak with the extraordinary David Leon about the way our food is grown and sold. Followed by a passionate conversation with Gonzalo Samaranch Granados from his 600-acre property in Mexico, where he’s growing rare and endangered vegetables. Then of course, Martha Stewart and I talk about our vegetable gardens, and what she learned being a caterer.

This week I returned from my book tour in Australia, where food was also the focus. We crossed the county going to bookstores, friend’s homes, TV and radio stations. At each stop someone took the time to make us a meal. I was reminded time and time again that hospitality demands intimacy. And when we gather, slow down, and speak from the heart, we remember ourselves. This was particularly true when my generous friends Chyka and Bruce Keebaugh opened up their home and hosted a beautiful party, bringing together some Australian food icons.

A few days later, our friends from Mecca hosted an exceptional dinner at a restaurant named Julia. It is located in a “dining room for wayward women” hidden inside an old Convent in Melbourne. It got me thinking about being more “wayward.” I looked up the word in the dictionary: “Someone wayward is a little stubborn and independent — they’re determined to find their own way and are not easily controlled.” Why was the convent punishing women for this? Why would anyone NOT be wayward?

The location felt appropriate for a dinner to celebrate my book, and all the “troublemakers” within it. Everyone included — from Martha Stewart to Kelly Wearstler to Chrissy Teigen — had to break the rules to create something meaningful. So was the case with our hosts Jo Horgan and Marita Burke, who have done the impossible with Mecca, and built one of the best brands in the world by shaking up the way business should be done. Jo is interviewed in my book as well, and her conversation is one of the most motivating: “if you’re not failing some of the time, you’re not pushing the boundaries enough,” she tells me.

The produce for our meal at Julia was sourced directly from the surrounding garden, and wayward chef Julieanne Blum’s food was fresh, simple, and truly remarkable. We shipped in cases of our new Olive Oil, and jars of Honey, and my favorite Winter Persimmon Vinegar, which were the perfect pairing for Australia’s fresh produce.

Speaking of which, our Farm Box this week is a tribute to all beautiful things. In it, you will find Pink Lady Apples, Raspberries, Acorn Squash, Avocados, Spigarello, Black Garlic, a Roasted Leek & Pecorino Bun, and so much more. Black Pearl Oyster and Shiitake in our Mushroom Box, and a beautiful explosion of Gladiolus in our Bloom Bundle.

Up until November 19th, you can pre-order The Guide to Becoming Alive. Writing it was medicine, and I am so excited for it to reach your homes. Above all, my deepest gratitude for the wisdom of my incredible friends and heroes, who expanded this guide into a powerful, collective awakening.

And a special thank you to Harvey and my mother, who trekked across the country on this book tour with me these past weeks. Harvey, who would stay up late into the night, asking me possible questions they might ask on TV the next day with his best impression of an Aussie accent.

Happy becoming. As always, cook a meal for someone you love.

x Richard
richard@flamingoestate.com

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Membership MembershipFridays from the Garden FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2024 In just a few days, the pre-orders for my new book will close. As you know, my book is named The Guide to Becoming Alive. It’s a rally call to wake up and fight: for our senses, our gardens, and each other. I have never been more proud of anything I have ever done. I wrote it because I became curious about what it meant to live a GREAT life, and the more I explored it, the more I found myself investigating my brilliant friends' lives. This led to some fascinating conversations with humans who have dedicated their lives to greatness, and it became evident that their wisdom needed to be included in the book. Many parts of my new book are devoted to the joy of food. There’s a long conversation with Alice Waters who said, “what you put in your mouth is what you put into the world.” Later I speak with the extraordinary David Leon about the way our food is grown and sold. Followed by a passionate conversation with Gonzalo Samaranch Granados from his 600-acre property in Mexico, where he’s growing rare and endangered vegetables. Then of course, Martha Stewart and I talk about our vegetable gardens, and what she learned being a caterer. Pre-order The Guide to Becoming Alive This week I returned from my book tour in Australia, where food was also the focus. We crossed the county going to bookstores, friend’s homes, TV and radio stations. At each stop someone took the time to make us a meal. I was reminded time and time again that hospitality demands intimacy. And when we gather, slow down, and speak from the heart, we remember ourselves. This was particularly true when my generous friends Chyka and Bruce Keebaugh opened up their home and hosted a beautiful party, bringing together some Australian food icons. A few days later, our friends from Mecca hosted an exceptional dinner at a restaurant named Julia. It is located in a “dining room for wayward women” hidden inside an old Convent in Melbourne. It got me thinking about being more “wayward.” I looked up the word in the dictionary: “Someone wayward is a little stubborn and independent — they’re determined to find their own way and are not easily controlled.” Why was the convent punishing women for this? Why would anyone NOT be wayward? Pre-order The Guide to Becoming Alive The location felt appropriate for a dinner to celebrate my book, and all the “troublemakers” within it. Everyone included — from Martha Stewart to Kelly Wearstler to Chrissy Teigen — had to break the rules to create something meaningful. So was the case with our hosts Jo Horgan and Marita Burke, who have done the impossible with Mecca, and built one of the best brands in the world by shaking up the way business should be done. Jo is interviewed in my book as well, and her conversation is one of the most motivating: “if you’re not failing some of the time, you’re not pushing the boundaries enough,” she tells me. The produce for our meal at Julia was sourced directly from the surrounding garden, and wayward chef Julieanne Blum’s food was fresh, simple, and truly remarkable. We shipped in cases of our new Olive Oil, and jars of Honey, and my favorite Winter Persimmon Vinegar, which were the perfect pairing for Australia’s fresh produce. Pre-order The Guide to Becoming Alive Speaking of which, our Farm Box this week is a tribute to all beautiful things. In it, you will find Pink Lady Apples, Raspberries, Acorn Squash, Avocados, Spigarello, Black Garlic, a Roasted Leek & Pecorino Bun, and so much more. Black Pearl Oyster and Shiitake in our Mushroom Box, and a beautiful explosion of Gladiolus in our Bloom Bundle. Up until November 19th, you can pre-order The Guide to Becoming Alive. Writing it was medicine, and I am so excited for it to reach your homes. Above all, my deepest gratitude for the wisdom of my incredible friends and heroes, who expanded this guide into a powerful, collective awakening. Pre-order The Guide to Becoming Alive And a special thank you to Harvey and my mother, who trekked across the country on this book tour with me these past weeks. Harvey, who would stay up late into the night, asking me possible questions they might ask on TV the next day with his best impression of an Aussie accent. Happy becoming. As always, cook a meal for someone you love. x Richard richard@flamingoestate.com This Week’s Recipes Winter Squash Roasted in Garlic Olive Oil Winter Squash Roasted in Garlic Olive Oil Cook a Meal → Flamingo EstateInstagram: Flamingo Estate TikTok: Flamingo Estate Spotify: Flamingo Estate Pinterest: Flamingo Esate 5634 N. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042 concierge@flamingoestate.com© 2024 Flamingo Estate - All Rights Reserved Unsubscribe

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