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The Politics of Good Lighting

What centuries of restaurants have taught us about the power of the Glow, plus the 4 rules I always come back to. More: A summer recipe that comes in a shot glass + a few good things to read, too.

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John McDonald and Erin Cunningham
Jul 07, 2026
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Have you ever been to a good restaurant and wanted to take the lamp on your table with you when you left? This is a very good sign.

Goodfellas…with a special appearance by this marvelous mini lamp 👀.

One of the things we meditate on a lot over here is how our favorite restaurants have the power to influence our lives at home. Not just what we eat but the…

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