November 23, 2021

Casual surprise art exhibit while out grocery shopping

November 22, 2021

Prepping

November 21, 2021

Live DJs and race commentary on the big screens from the Fan Zone (run well by the W Hotel). This was a nice value-add, not only the atmosphere of the Zone but the big screen happenings.

November 20, 2021

The Motorway entrance at night from the comfort of the shuttle bus that ferried us from the parking lot to the grandstand and back. Shuttles were also available to get to the Metro, which was a necessity – Ubers weren’t happening, and while parking was controlled seemingly well, it was still a mess.

November 19, 2021

Qatar’s first F1 weekend. This year, Qatar won the bid to host the F1 – the bid was won, a quick month-ish scramble was had to make the Losail Speedway (previously a Moto Grand Prix & general track sports venue) ready for the big cars.

Herby Brothy Soup

This is a simple soup that’s packed with greens for those days when you mostly just want a hug in a bowl – without feeling weighed down.

gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan

Herby Brothy Soup

1 package broccolini, chopped

1 can chickpeas, drained

1 c. parsley, chopped

1/2 large onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, chopped

1/2 c. basil, sliced

1 package baby spinach

Salt, pepper, citrus juice

Olive oil

Thick yogurt (I used a Skyr-style soy yogurt)

Avocado

4 c. vegetable stock

I’m a large pot, sweat the onion and garlic in a little olive oil until translucent.

Add the broccolini, chickpeas, parsley and stock. Season with salt & pepper and simmer :20.

Turn off the heat, mix in the basil & spinach, taste for seasoning and add more salt & pepper if necessary.

Cool a bit and pulse a few times in a food processor.

To serve, squeeze with a little citrus, add a little chopped avocado, a dollop of yogurt and a swirl of olive oil.

Serves 4-6

November 18, 2021

A busy month for sporting

November 17, 2021

Hi, Ma – checked out some classic cars owned by local car club members; an interesting mix of Japanese, American & European luxury – heavy on US and Japanese representation.

November 16, 2021

Winter happenings on the Marina

November 15, 2021