Friday Links: Blame the Denver Nuggets

A sublime beach read, how MSG is made & the unseen side of crowdfunding.

A few weeks ago, I tackled my first Q&A post ("Is It Ever OK for a White Man to Open a Ramen Restaurant?") and I'd love to do more — but I need questions from you! Is there a nutrition myth you want investigated, an interpersonal situation you're wondering how to navigate, resources to help you with…whatever? Ask away in the comments, by emailing hello@…