The past two days have been a scorcher across the Carolinas. Thank goodness for air conditioning and a freezer filled with popsicles. Due to a business trip to Charleston earlier this week, I had the opportunity to spend an evening with my family in Pawley’s Island, SC. It was wonderful to enjoy their company and dinner together on a weeknight. While I relished time to myself on the road trip between Charlotte and Charleston, being greeted with big hugs from three little people as I walk in the back door doesn’t get any sweeter.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

FEAST YOUR EYES ON THE LATEST LINK ROUNDUP

• Whether you’re a fan of sweet or savory crepes, Jacques Pépin’s Carrot Crepes Go with Everything—from Leftovers to Weekend Brunch

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• The Mysterious Origins of Chicken and Waffles – a dish that’s on just about every brunch menu across the country.

• Did it make anyone else happy to follow Ina Garten’s Instagram account this past week? I loved seeing her in Paris again, and the pictures were certainly a source of food envy.

• Speaking of the origins of food, here is an article on the true origins of French macarons.

• This is a great list of gift ideas for the baker in your life – and that baker may in fact be you!

• There is a spicy new Southern cocktail sauce we need to add to our pantry staples.

• With strawberry season upon us, here are some helpful tips on how and when you should clean them.

• Thinking about a permanent way to showcase your love of croissants? See if one of these pastry tattoos inspire you.