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🌾 Can we feed the future?

Faster, Please! • 456 implied HN points • 13 Jan 25
🍲 Food & Drink Agriculture Sustainability Technology Global Issues Nutrition
  1. Farmers have made great progress in feeding a growing population, moving from three billion to eight billion people over the last 60 years. This was thanks to better technology and more farmland.
  2. Even with this success, experts worry that factors like climate change, crop diseases, and lack of investment in farming tech could hurt future food production. There's a lot at stake for the world's food supply.
  3. To continue improving food production, we need to embrace technology and find ways to share it better, especially in less developed areas. Innovations can help us meet the needs of a future population that could exceed nine billion.

The Monday Media Diet with Meg Daly

Why is this interesting? • 482 implied HN points • 16 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cookbooks Culinary Arts Food culture Dining Experiences Gardening
  1. A media diet doesn't just mean consuming less media; it means being picky about where you get your information. Look for sources that report facts without pushing an agenda.
  2. Reading can be more rewarding when you choose bestsellers, as they often have wide appeal. This way, you're more likely to enjoy what you read.
  3. Cooking can bring people together and create lasting memories. Sharing good meals and laughter around the dinner table is a cherished experience.

A Roundup of Fall 2023 Cookbooks

Susanality • 176 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cookbooks
  1. This post is a personal roundup of cookbooks on the author's desk.
  2. The author focuses on books she wants to cook from, rather than all recent publications.
  3. Many of the books mentioned were sent by authors or publishers, with one being purchased.
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An Old Fashioned With Scotch, More Scotch, Rum, and Honey

Cocktails With Suderman • 339 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cocktails Recipes Beverages Alcohol
  1. The cocktail recipe for an Old Fashioned with Scotch, more Scotch, rum, and honey is a delicious and easy-to-make variation for Scotch whisky fans.
  2. This drink is a twist on the classic Old Fashioned structure of whiskey, sugar, and bitters, with added complexity and flavor.
  3. By doubling the Scotch and adding rum and honey, this cocktail manages to be both interesting and delicious, making it a must-try for home bartenders.

The best and worst of London food (media) in 2024

Vittles • 446 implied HN points • 31 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Trends Cultural Commentary Dining Experiences
  1. 2024 saw a lot of strange food trends in London, like gold leaf dosa and tuna fight clubs. Many food spots became wildly popular for bizarre things, even if the food wasn't great.
  2. The shift in food media was dramatic, with social media influencers taking over from traditional critics. This change marked a decline in the quality and seriousness of food coverage.
  3. Even though there are talented people on social media, there seems to be less ambition in print media for food journalism. The culture of food writing has changed a lot, not always for the better.

Fig, Pear, and Onion Flatbread

The Jewish Table • 294 implied HN points • 24 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Food culture Social media
  1. The recipe for Fig, Pear, and Onion Flatbread takes inspiration from traditional Jewish dishes for a unique and flavorful combination.
  2. During times of stress on social media, it's important to consider the impact of our words and consider apologizing for hurtful comments to promote understanding and connection.
  3. The author shares upcoming tour stops, inviting readers to join events in various cities for more food and cultural experiences.

The Thousand Secret Ways the Food is Poison: #3 - Phthalates

Eat Shit and Prosper • 379 implied HN points • 27 Aug 23
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Nutrition Health Effects Food Processing
  1. Phthalates are chemicals used to make plastics flexible, but they can easily leach into food, especially when heated or in contact with fatty foods. This makes it important to be cautious about what food has been in contact with plastic.
  2. High levels of phthalates can mess with brain chemicals, potentially leading to mental health issues and even thoughts of suicide. They affect the way the brain processes important compounds, increasing toxic levels.
  3. It's really hard to avoid phthalates completely in our modern world since they're found in many food products. To minimize exposure, it's good to choose less processed foods, be careful with food packaging, and be aware of how food has been stored or cooked.

Ómós Digest 86: Social media trending or misleading?

Ómós Digest • 314 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Social media Marketing Food Industry Pastry Culinary Arts
  1. Social media can be misleading, showing us idealized realities that may not be true.
  2. Marketing techniques have shifted to bombard us with constant images of 'perfect lives' influencing our behaviors.
  3. Social media has had an impact on the food industry, with visually appealing but questionably tasting creations gaining attention.

Homesteading: December Dreaming

Who is Robert Malone • 22 implied HN points • 30 Dec 25
🍲 Food & Drink Gardening Farming Livestock Cooking Sustainability Wildlife
  1. Running a small farm means training employees and setting clear routines so things keep running smoothly when you travel.
  2. Winter brings special chores and setbacks—watching animals for cold-related illness, fixing broken equipment, and getting beds prepped and bulbs planted for spring.
  3. Managing animals and produce is both rewarding and hands-on: use stored harvests to feed livestock, adjust breeding and sales strategies, and accept wildlife as part of a healthy ecosystem.

219 | What Changed in Food Safety This Year |

The Rotten Apple • 31 implied HN points • 15 Dec 25
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Food Fraud Regulation Pathogens Public Health Supply Chain
  1. Big shifts happened in food safety this year — especially staff and resource cuts in the U.S. — while many countries tightened rules on packaging, food-contact materials and traceability, and serious incidents like heat-and-eat Listeria outbreaks and a radioactive shrimp recall show risks still persist.
  2. A wide range of emerging hazards are being tracked globally, from new pathogens and plant toxins to climate-driven mycotoxin changes; one notable rising foodborne threat is Trypanosoma cruzi, which can cause severe illness when contaminated juices or foods are consumed.
  3. Food fraud remains a major problem: honey adulteration has become so tangled that rice syrup is being sold as a honey alternative, and organised crime is relabelling expired products at scale, highlighting the need for better traceability and enforcement.

Paid content: Parables for pruning an apple tree

Wood From Eden • 336 implied HN points • 28 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Gardening Sustainability Cooking Agriculture
  1. Pruning an apple tree is important for its health and growth. It helps the tree produce better fruit and stay strong.
  2. There are techniques to prune effectively that can improve the overall structure of the tree. Learning these can make caring for a tree easier.
  3. Knowing when and how to prune is key to successful gardening. Timing your pruning can lead to the best results for your apple tree.

Sandwiches from the Garage

Vittles • 343 implied HN points • 17 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Culinary Arts Food culture Writing Cooking Personal narratives
  1. When writing, some people prefer simple meals that don't take much time to prepare. It's about using food as fuel to focus on the writing process.
  2. Eating repetitive or plain food can help writers maintain their energy and concentration. It's not about gourmet meals, but about keeping distractions to a minimum.
  3. The experience of eating while writing can be very personal and varies from person to person. Some find comfort in routine meals that help them stay grounded while they work.

The British Influencer Invasion!

Vittles • 159 implied HN points • 04 Jul 25
🍲 Food & Drink Food Trends Influencers Culinary culture Social media Dining
  1. A new wave of British food influencers is gaining popularity in America, showcasing their unique style and charisma in the food scene.
  2. These influencers often share a similar background, which helps them connect with an audience that is fascinated by their British charm.
  3. Despite lacking traditional talent or skills, their confidence and entertaining content allow them to thrive in the competitive social media landscape.

Plant rennet: experiments with Calotropis Procera during my stay at Camel Charisma.

Milk Trekker • 176 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Experimentation
  1. Experimenting with plant rennets in cheesemaking can yield unique flavors and textures, but may require different techniques than traditional animal rennet.
  2. Using local medicinal plants for cheese production can be intriguing, but caution should be exercised due to potential toxic compounds.
  3. Working with plant rennets can be a delicate process, requiring specific ranges of temperature, acidity, and milk type.

Announcements

Greed • 235 implied HN points • 22 Nov 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Interviews Sobriety Book release
  1. Starting an advice column for various questions, launching on December 10th.
  2. Planning a series of interviews exploring food's relationship with everything, ready by next year.
  3. Featured in Apartemento with a conversation on renting and homelessness, and upcoming book 'To Entertain.'

no. 65: amusement parks

let them eat cake • 439 implied HN points • 25 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Dining Experience Food culture Affordability Authenticity
  1. Urban Hawker in New York tries to replicate the essence of Singaporean hawker culture, but falls short in capturing the full experience.
  2. Hawker food is more than just dishes; it's a system of practices, relationships, and locations that define its authenticity.
  3. The affordability and accessibility of hawker culture in Singapore is crucial for its value and quality of life, and replicating it in a different economic context raises ethical concerns.

Valentine’s Day Surprise

Into the Hedge • 119 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🍲 Food & Drink Farming Animals Livestock
  1. On Valentine's Day, a surprise egg from a goose marked the beginning of flock growth.
  2. The first egg symbolizes the start of a new generation, with plans to incubate for the future.
  3. Expansion of the poultry operation is not just about eggs; it involves trading harvests for more geese.

nine layers

let them eat cake • 59 implied HN points • 10 May 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Baking
  1. The nine-layer cake, kow teng kueh, is a simple yet nostalgic treat that carries personal memories and cultural significance.
  2. The colorful layers of the cake are not just for aesthetics, but also serve a purpose in texture and taste.
  3. Modern versions of traditional cakes like kow teng kueh reflect societal changes, focusing on visual appeal for social media consumption.

Nick Bramham’s Ultimate Club Sandwich

Vittles • 130 implied HN points • 23 Jul 25
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Culinary Cuisines Ingredients
  1. Seasonal tomatoes can really change how a dish tastes. Fresh, ripe tomatoes are much better than tasteless ones, and they can make a sandwich special.
  2. The classic club sandwich should be layered with care. Using good ingredients and balancing textures and flavors makes for a memorable bite.
  3. There are common mistakes when making club sandwiches, but with the right tips, anyone can succeed in making one that tastes amazing.

How much food did the world produce in 2024?

Sustainability by numbers • 379 implied HN points • 14 Jan 25
🍲 Food & Drink Food production Agriculture Sustainability Global trends
  1. In 2024, global food production of staple crops like rice, wheat, and soybeans is expected to hit record highs. This is good news as it means more food is available.
  2. While some crops like corn may not reach last year's records, overall yields for most staples are strong. This shows that farming practices are improving.
  3. Other crops like cocoa and coffee have mixed results; cocoa production has dropped while coffee is nearly at record levels. It highlights how different crops respond differently to growing conditions.