January always feels like a fresh notebook—blank pages, clean lines, endless possibilities. The holidays are behind us, the world is quieter, and it’s the perfect time to gather with friends for a book club that’s about more than just reading. At RED (Read, Eat, Drink), we believe that new beginnings are best celebrated together—with stories, flavors, and a mug (or cocktail glass) in hand. This month, we're easing into the year with comfort, warmth, and a little bit of wonde

Winter Stories & Comfort: A December Gathering with “The Winter People,” Cranberry Baked Brie, and a Fireside Toddy

Picture this at your next book club gathering: powdered sugar everywhere, someone yelling “whoa!” at a peanut butter-bacon cocktail, or a copy of Jenny Lawson’s “Furiously Happy” open in someone’s lap while they’re cackling so hard their drink goes up their nose. At RED, that’s just how we like it—messy, cheerful, and a little absurd. Because this November, we’re doubling down on our theme of staying positive in the face of chaos, with a gathering that proves laughter really