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Banana Swirl

A Small and Simple Thing • 550 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Healthy Eating Desserts
  1. The recipe for Banana Swirl is a healthful banana ice cream with no dairy and no sugar.
  2. To make Banana Swirl, freeze bananas, chop them, blend with cinnamon, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and a bit of water.
  3. Banana Swirl is a delicious and vegan dessert that can be served in small pewter mugs.

Vegan Purity

coldhealing • 530 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🍲 Food & Drink Veganism Ethics Influencers Vegetarianism
  1. Veganism requires constant action against societal norms, urging purity through abstinence.
  2. Personal conversion to veganism can be influenced by ethical reasons and a deep-rooted commitment to one's true self.
  3. Veganism can be challenging but serves as a guiding beacon of purity, even in difficult moments.
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Monday Mix 10/23/23

Wordloaf • 491 implied HN points • 23 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Recipes Food culture
  1. Andrew Janjigian is developing a recipe for a classic Armenian dish called Ghapama.
  2. Armenians have a beloved song about Ghapama and its importance during gatherings.
  3. There will be a guest post about using "ethical flour" in baking coming up on the newsletter.

Drinking and Not Drinking in Barcelona

Greed • 373 implied HN points • 12 Dec 23
🍲 Food & Drink Sobriety
  1. The author reflects on the challenge and intrigue of visiting Barcelona sober after having a history of drinking in the city.
  2. The journey of sobriety involves moments of temptation, self-discovery, and finding joy in new experiences and flavors.
  3. Building connections through shared abstinence and navigating social situations in a culture where alcohol is prevalent.

BTS: Behind the Snax with Ithaca Hummus

Snaxshot • 279 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Interview Entrepreneurship
  1. The founder of Ithaca Hummus, Chris Kirby, started the company from humble beginnings at the Ithaca Farmers’ Market.
  2. Chris Kirby's inspiration for venturing into hummus came from a desire for healthy, versatile, and flavorful food options that were missing in the market.
  3. Hummus, especially Ithaca Hummus, is praised for its versatility, health benefits, and role in enhancing various dishes, making it a go-to option for a flavorful and healthy addition to meals.

Grand Marnier

Venture Prose • 718 implied HN points • 28 Jan 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cocktails Entrepreneurship
  1. Success as an entrepreneur requires a solid team, clear priorities, and rapid product development.
  2. Entrepreneurship is filled with challenges and uncertainties, pushing individuals to constantly strive for progress.
  3. Key qualities of successful entrepreneurs include maintaining a positive attitude, surrounding oneself with the right people, and staying realistic and clear-sighted.

The Dough Before the Dough

Wordloaf • 491 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Flavor Structure
  1. Preferments can enhance flavor, leavening power, structure, extensibility, convenience, and economy in bread baking.
  2. There are different kinds of preferments like poolish, biga, and pâte fermentée, each with unique characteristics and uses.
  3. Consider factors like preferment percentage, yeast amount, readiness, and storage duration when using preferments in bread recipes.

Sweets for St. Paddy's

Susanality • 491 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cuisine Baking Desserts
  1. The post shares recipes for a Fruity Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Espresso Glaze and Irish Stout Chocolate Brownies to celebrate St. Patrick's Day
  2. The author showcases her experiences in Ireland and the beauty of the place through photos
  3. Cooking tips and insights are also shared, such as making a versatile caramel sauce

BTS: Behind the Snax with Oddball

Snaxshot • 219 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🍲 Food & Drink Culinary Startups Healthy Eating Entrepreneurship
  1. Sophia Cheng has had a diverse career path, starting from studying journalism to working in finance and consulting before pursuing her plant-based jelly product, Oddball.
  2. The inspiration behind Oddball comes from Sophia's Asian upbringing, highlighting the importance of texture in Asian foods and the balance and moderation in the Asian diet.
  3. The journey of building Oddball has been challenging, especially in terms of fundraising, but Sophia emphasizes the importance of simplicity in product creation and the values of embracing healthier snacking choices.

Always get the big peanuts

INDIGNITY • 235 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Snacks Recipes Nutrition
  1. Opt for healthier snack alternatives like peanuts for crunch without the guilt of unhealthy options.
  2. Making small changes like cutting down on sugar, coffee, and unhealthy snacks can lead to positive transformations in your diet.
  3. Choosing the right variety of peanuts, like Virginia peanuts, can make a difference in the satisfaction and healthiness of your snack choices.

Lune: Croissants All Day, All Night

Wordloaf • 471 implied HN points • 01 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Baking Cooking
  1. Lune: Croissants All Day, All Night giveaway for subscribers to win copies of the book
  2. Opportunity to attend a virtual workshop with the author for a unique croissant-making process
  3. Encouragement for non-subscribers to join for a chance to participate in the giveaway and workshop

165 | 7 Food Safety Risks for 2025 | Food Defence Case Study | Crackers |

The Rotten Apple • 52 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Food Fraud Health Risks Industry Trends
  1. Cyberattacks can threaten food safety, especially for people with allergies. A recent case showed how menu tampering could harm those sensitive to allergens.
  2. Seven new food safety risks for 2025 have been identified, including issues like allergen management and e-commerce fraud. These are becoming more important as food production changes.
  3. Menu software is often overlooked in food defense systems, but it can be a security risk. Businesses need to ensure that this software is protected just like other critical systems.

be my (tired, aging) valentine?

Both Are True • 484 implied HN points • 13 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Holiday Design Aging
  1. Consider creating unique, age-appropriate gifts for the over-30 crowd during holidays like Valentine's Day.
  2. Traditional candies and gestures may not be as fitting for individuals in long-term relationships or older demographics.
  3. Personalizing gifts and celebrations based on age and life stage can make occasions more special and meaningful.

Early-Spring Outsiders

Into the Hedge • 119 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
🍲 Food & Drink Gardening Homesteading Cooking Animals
  1. The farm received help from friends and family to prepare for an expanding bird operation, showing the importance of community support in running Hedgerider.
  2. Moon the goose is thriving despite being alone, showing resilience in animals and the efforts taken to keep her company.
  3. Garlic Mustard, an early-Spring plant considered invasive, can be a tasty and nutritious food source when harvested correctly, showcasing the potential of wild edibles.