In a new book, journalist Sally Horchow teams with dad Roger (who founded the Horchow Catalog) to share tips on cultivating pals. Here, how their rules guide her relationships.
DO THE DISHING Horchow and Owen Wilson grew up in Dallas together. They share memories (peach pie and fried chicken were served at birthday dinners for their dads, both born on July 3) and make a point of "catching up on the present, too," Horchow says.
DON'T NEST, HIVE Hiving is "creating innovative group activities," says Horchow, who hosts a monthly pot luck for fellow cooks including actress Janel Moloney. Adds Moloney: "You have to make time to reconnect."
PRESS "SEND" After an event hosted by Horchow, actress Daphne Zuniga, a friend of a friend, sent an e-card of thanks. Says Horchow: "Now we have plans to get together."
BE A MATCHMAKER Horchow introduced director Stephen Gaghan and author Malcolm Gladwell; they're now collaborating on a film. Horchow's bonus: "Steve introduced me to interesting new friends."
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