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"I really deepened my connection with food and the whole philosophy around macrobiotics, which is essentially just how they eat in the mountains of Japan, so very local, very seasonal," she explained.

Activities such as going out with friends or eating in restaurants, which should be enjoyable, turned into stressful, potentially life-threatening experiences.

One of my favorite things to eat in recent years is a smart, thoughtful combination of raw and cooked ingredients — especially in a dish served chilled or at room temperature.

“It was a hot pot and it made a lot of sense. It was very intentional. We’re coming together again and not eating in isolated bubbles. We’re all sharing from the same plate again.”

Here’s where to do and where to eat in the rapidly evolving desert town.