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From the Desk of Alicia Kennedy
Notes on the Dirty Martini

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Jul 6, 2026

Notes on the Dirty Martini

I don’t drink them, but I understand their purpose.

Alicia Kennedy
Alicia Kennedy
41% on Rotten Tomatoes Means I Will Love It

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Jul 3, 2026

41% on Rotten Tomatoes Means I Will Love It

The reading, watching, viewing, and listening recommendations for this month.

Alicia Kennedy
Alicia Kennedy
On ‘Cooking As Care’

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Jun 29, 2026

On ‘Cooking As Care’

What is this concept in the day to day?

Alicia Kennedy
Alicia Kennedy
The First Read Is Pure Reaction

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Jun 22, 2026

The First Read Is Pure Reaction

My 9 repeat essay, short story, & criticism reads.

Alicia Kennedy
Alicia Kennedy

The Desk Salon with Eli Davies

Salon Series

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Jun 21, 2026

The Desk Salon with Eli Davies

A conversation with the author of 'The Spinster Cookbook.'

Alicia Kennedy
Alicia Kennedy
On Being a Regular

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Jun 15, 2026

On Being a Regular

And San Juan City Hall's random war against trees.

Alicia Kennedy
Alicia Kennedy

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We’re stuck in San Juan until Benny’s done with chemo. Here’s what we’re eating.

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