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The Daily Grog

An attempt the world through writing and photography. This newsletter is currently sent out through my Substack, skylarrenslow.substack.com, however I'll move the archives over as I can.

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Raicilleros, Philosopher Kings (Part 3)

According to raicillero Don Lupe, I have a feminine name.

Raicilleros, Philosopher Kings (Part 3)
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In Pictures: Vallarta

A bit of a rant, and then some pictures.

In Pictures: Vallarta
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Raicilleros, Philosopher Kings (Part 1)

What is raicilla? And unlearning everything you know about tequila and mezcal.

Fields of agaves used to make raicilla in cabo corrientes
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Puerto Vallarta Redux

Some raicilla, an engorged tick, and an awkward encounter.

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Portrait of a Topped Tulip

A photo essay about fallen flowers.

Portrait of a Topped Tulip
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On Harvesting Oysters

An article in Eater and the best-kept culinary secret in Washington State.

Oyster harvesting in Washington State
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Puerto Vallarta: The Road to El Tuito

A lazy attempt to find some raicilla

A raicilla mural in El Tuito, Jalisco
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Puerto Vallarta: Searching for Birria

¿Dónde está la mejor birria de la ciudad?

a knife and tongs at a food truck in Puerto Vallarta
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TDG #024: There's a Better Way to Travel Italy

Hey friends, First thing, Substack released a new referrals feature, so I figured I'd turn it on for now and see what happens. I might tinker with the referral structure, but for now the rewards are set at: * 3 referrals = 1 month free * 5 referrals = 3 months free

A view of Barga, Italy.
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TDG #023 - Your Guide to Buenos Aires

Sometimes a city just steals your heart.

A building at dusk in Buenos Aires