July 10, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

This weekend is gonna be illin’.

LISTEN
Nico Muhly
What: The wunderkind composer and Philip Glass protege’s second solo album is two parts classical, one part electronic, and 100 percent awesome.
Why: Slip yourself the tongue.
Where: Online at amazon.com.

EAT
Quintessential Quiche
What: Handmade quiches in flavors like Virginia ham and cheddar, Lorraine royale, and vegetable.
Why: Egg ’em on.
Where: Online at quintessentialquiche.com.

READ
Well Enough Alone: a Cultural History of My Hypochondria
What: A healthy dose of hilarity in the form of Jennifer Traig’s new book about her ailments through the ages.
Why: It’s not a tumor.
Where: Online at us.penguingroup.com.

SEND
Fill in the Blank Greetings
What: Send your well wishes on Mad Libs-style cards that the recipient fills in.
Why: Shoot them some blanks.
Where: Online at fillintheblankgreetings.com.

VOTE
Next Big Thing 2008
What: Your favorite craftastic designers go head to head in Fred Flare’s annual contest. The winner receives $1,000.
Why: Size matters.
Where: Online at fredflare.com.