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This is the Weekly Edition of the Saturday Six
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Recently launching their soft open in downtown Boston, Sando Table serves up Japanese-inspired sandwiches on soft and fluffy Shokupan (often called milk bread) alongside Nori Fries, Spicy Gyoza, Truffle Takoyaki and more. From their classic Chicken Katsu to their upgrade to an egg salad, the Tamago, they also whip up a delicious Yuzu Fish N’ Chips and a breakfast sandwich complete with a Japanese-style egg patty, cheese, grilled ham, crispy potato croquette, Tonkatsu sauce and scallion. If that didn’t get your mouth watering then just give photos of their food a quick look and you’ll be wanting to stop by in no time.
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Exile in Bookville in Chicago marries a passion for music with a love of literature in their shop located in the historical Fine Arts Building on Michigan Avenue. You can already guess this if you catch the reference in their name to the Liz Phair album, Exile in Guyville. Going beyond just vinyl and volumes, they also host a multitude of events. Coming up in May and June are book signings and book clubs, but you can also watch recordings of past virtual events and featured authors here. If you’re in the Windy City then swinging by in person is obviously my biggest recommendation, but if you don’t find yourself close enough you can still shop on their site and support their objective to bring together community, audiophiles and bibliophiles alike.
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If you’re getting ready to start your garden, already have, or don’t know where to start, Epic Gardening is filled with inspiration for every skill level. Combining practical advice with high-quality photos and videos, you can find everything from beginner-friendly tutorials to creative raised bed ideas, composting tips, and seasonal growing guides. He doesn’t just talk about the plants though. He also highlights useful tools, organization ideas, and affordable materials that help gardeners build beautiful spaces on a budget. All of his contest is great at breaking down techniques step-by-step in a way that makes complicated projects feel manageable, whether you’re growing herbs on an apartment balcony or have the space for a full backyard garden.
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Listen to the Music: A World of Magical Melodies is a children’s book that turns storytime into a hands-on musical adventure. With interactive buttons throughout the pages that play real musical clips connected to different cultures, time periods, and famous composers, it allows kids to travel through musical history all over the world, from classical piano pieces to harpsichords to jazz saxophones and more. The colorful illustrations are engaging and help to blend entertainment with education, so whether you open this one for bedtime reading or playtime, it’s an experience that children will want to revisit again and again.
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Timeless style is captured effortlessly in the design of The Walker Leather Pilot Bag from Buffalo Jackson Trading Co. Based out of North Carolina, their appreciation for craftsmanship is apparent in how their bags blend vintage characteristics with modern functionality in a way that feels both refined and practical. The full-grain leather construction and durable stitching stands out at the office or the airport, with a the lightweight design that also includes a trolley strap to add convenience without sacrificing style to make it an ideal carry-on. Over time the leather will develop a rich patina that makes every bag unique and tells a story of the years and adventures you bring it on. Whether carried through city streets or tucked under an airplane seat, it’s built for people who appreciate quality, durability, and classic design.
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Old-school hip-hop fans, this one is for you. Canadian rapper Cadence Weapon recently released his newest album, Forager. A commentary on sustainability, thoughtful consumerism, and shopping with an eye for enduring craftsmanship, his message is set against a lo-fi backdrop of jazz and rap with spoken word mixed in on certain tracks. A favorite on the album is “Niagara Region”, smooth and resonant and even dropping in a reference to Stanley Kubrick. It flows effortlessly into the next, “Fall 2012 Couture”, leaning into his overall message and the connection he makes between timeless clothing to timeless musical styles that he’s embracing in this album.
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