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“Gustard? That’s so dumb in the best way. Let’s do it!”

“Gustard? That’s so dumb in the best way. Let’s do...


Claire Georges

I became a Guster fan when I saw them opening for Barenaked Ladies in 2000, and then more so when my now-husband and I bonded over our love of the band. And then even more so when Guster’s lead singer and I bonded over our love of all things weird and wonderful.

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From Guster to Hot Ones

From Guster to Hot Ones


Claire Georges

I have always loved the depth and texture of roasted butternut squash, and I was thrilled to discover it was the perfect foil for smoked onions and red jalapeños. The result was Ooh La La, a sauce I adore just as much as the album itself.

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