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For the love of CHAINs

Snaxshot • 359 implied HN points • 14 May 24
🍲 Food & Drink Restaurant Industry Cultural impact Event Planning
  1. Chains like fast food and casual restaurants play a significant role in American culture and economy.
  2. Fast food chains have an impact globally, spreading Americana culture and becoming iconic in various countries.
  3. The collaboration and creative events by companies like Chain are reshaping how brands connect with consumers and innovate in the fast food industry.

175 | Phyto-whatsit toxin? | Smoked Meat Safety | Announcing Our New and Improved Index

The Rotten Apple • 10 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Food Safety Food Fraud Cooking tips Nutrition
  1. Phytohaemagglutinin is a natural toxin found in raw beans that can cause serious stomach issues if not cooked properly. Always soak beans for at least 5 hours and boil them for at least 10 minutes to keep safe.
  2. Legumes are great sources of plant-based protein, but they can also carry antinutrients that affect nutrient absorption. It's important to know how to prepare them to maximize their benefits.
  3. Food professionals should be aware of cross-reactivity between different legumes, as some people can have allergies to multiple types. Proper knowledge can help avoid dangerous allergic reactions.

The culinary language of Catalunya

Longer Tables with José Andrés • 707 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Language Recipes Ingredients Culture
  1. Catalan language has unique food-related words like 'Pà' for bread and 'Mar i muntanya' for 'sea and mountains'.
  2. Catalan is spoken in various regions beyond Catalonia, like Valencia, Balearic Islands, Andorra, Italy, and France.
  3. Learning some Catalan food words can enrich your culinary experience, like 'Botifarra amb mongetes' for sausage with white beans.
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Leek and Squash Mini Galettes

Susanality • 687 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Food Photography Meal preparation Ingredients
  1. Recipe for Leek and Butternut Squash Galette that can be served as a main dish or appetizer.
  2. Changes to the newsletter: Free subscribers get less emails with one recipe per month, paid subscribers get bonus content in weekly emails.
  3. Tips for making the galette: Use pre-peeled squash for convenience, make the pastry dough and prep ingredients in advance, and adjust flour choices to suit your preference.

Three Things

Dinner: A Love Story • 1297 implied HN points • 17 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Kitchenware Books
  1. Make a delicious chocolate mousse with a twist by topping it with freeze-dried strawberries.
  2. Enjoy easy comfort food dinners like Chicken-Apple Sausage with Onions and Cabbage or Artichoke Dip Pizza.
  3. Invest in a set of fun, durable mixing bowls like the melamine set from MoMA.

Tasting Color: a Seven Senses feast

Seven Senses • 299 implied HN points • 03 May 24
🍲 Food & Drink Culinary Arts Event Planning
  1. There will be a unique dinner experience called 'Tasting Color' that combines food and art themed around the color green. It's designed to engage all seven senses.
  2. The event features a three-course meal prepared by a chef with notable experience, and all elements, from food to decor, will focus on the color green.
  3. Tickets are limited and there’s a discount for paid subscribers of the newsletter, making it a special opportunity for the community.

KP+: Black sesame and Yuzu Milk Buns

Kitchen Projects • 609 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Baking Ingredients Events Community
  1. Yuzu is a popular ingredient with a unique floral acidity, sometimes hard to find but worth seeking out for its flavor.
  2. The process of making black sesame and yuzu milk buns was revisited after years, resulting in a successful comeback with added yuzu curd.
  3. Two different shaping methods were shared for the buns, both yielding delicious results especially enhanced with the yuzu curd.

Getting back to the root of coffee

Longer Tables with José Andrés • 628 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Agriculture Ethics Culture Community
  1. Cxffeeblack founders aim to honor the roots of coffee and shift the industry's narrative to support communities of color.
  2. Renata and Bartholomew highlight the importance of recognizing the African heritage of coffee to preserve the future of the crop and support indigenous farmers.
  3. Consumers are encouraged to find gratitude in their coffee consumption, embrace peace, and consider the deeper stories behind the products they consume.

Millennial Metamucil

Snaxshot • 259 implied HN points • 03 Jun 24
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition Beverages Lawsuits
  1. Millennials have found a way to make fiber more appealing and trendy
  2. The discussion includes the landscape of ready-to-drink prebiotics and the revelations from the Poppi lawsuit
  3. The post is reserved for paid subscribers, offering exclusive insights and content

New Year, New News

Wordloaf • 746 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Baking Bread Cooking History Community
  1. Amy Halloran is taking over the Wordloaf newsletter for a few months while the original author works on a book
  2. Amy is knowledgeable about bread, baking, and grain, making her a great fit for the newsletter
  3. Regular features like the Monday Mix and Friday Bread Basket will be on hiatus during this period

no. 85: a life in spatulas

let them eat cake • 319 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Writing Desserts
  1. Choosing the right spatula is crucial in the kitchen as they are tools of the trade and require deliberate consideration.
  2. Different spatulas serve different purposes - from nimble and architectural ones for delicate tasks to more resolute ones for heavier jobs.
  3. A good silicone spatula, like the Mastrad all silicone, is essential for its versatility and durability in various cooking tasks.

Nothing Better About These Buns

Snaxshot • 399 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Quality Food Industry Food Tech Product Reviews
  1. There is controversy surrounding Better Brand's product misrepresentation, causing disappointment among customers and raising questions about company integrity.
  2. The company's growth and valuation do not seem to align with the quality of its products, leading to skepticism and disappointment among consumers.
  3. Issues like false advertising in the food industry showcase a disconnect between company growth goals and product quality, emphasizing the importance of maintaining honesty and quality in consumer products.

Nick Bramham’s Perfect Tuna Melt

Vittles • 151 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cuisine Cooking Food culture Food history
  1. The tuna melt is a popular sandwich that combines tuna salad with grilled cheese. It became famous at Woolworth's lunch counter in the 1960s by accident.
  2. There are many types of sandwiches with unique origins in different cities, showcasing a rich food culture in America.
  3. Everyone has their own preferred way of making a tuna melt, and the perfect ratio of tuna to mayo can be a hot topic among sandwich lovers.

The French Farmyard Comes Alive

Kate Hill's Gascon Year Journals • 659 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Local Food
  1. Embrace a modified approach to raising your own food by incorporating a kitchen-sized farmyard without the whole farm for a sustainable food source.
  2. Focus on basic ingredients and slow-cooking techniques like braising and roasting to create flavorful, farm-fresh meals that highlight the value of homegrown and locally sourced produce.
  3. Explore the joy of cultivating your own garden and foraging in your local surroundings for fresh and seasonal ingredients, allowing you to savor the simplicity of farm-to-table living.

All About Australian Meat Pies! (Written By Someone Who Doesn't Really Like Meat)

Brent and Michael are Going Places • 569 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine History Ingredients Culture
  1. Many cultures have delicious dishes that involve meat and veggies cooked inside dough.
  2. Meat pies have been popular for thousands of years and are enjoyed in various countries like the UK and Canada.
  3. Meat pies are a loved food in Australia, where they were introduced by convicts in the 18th century.

Kitchen Project #118: Crispy Apple Custard Pie

Kitchen Projects • 1081 implied HN points • 22 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking techniques Food history Desserts
  1. Apples come in a variety of flavors and textures, making them versatile for baking.
  2. Understanding the ripening schedules of fruits can help in preserving their freshness and flavors.
  3. When making apple pie with filo pastry, pre-cooking the apples to prevent sogginess and incorporating custard can result in a delicious and crispy dessert.

Three Things

Dinner: A Love Story • 1139 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Books
  1. Jenny Rosenstrach shares an easy salmon dinner recipe using gochujang paste for a flavorful glaze.
  2. Nigel Slater's new book 'A Cook's Book' is a blend of memoir and appealing recipes that inspire creativity in the kitchen.
  3. A roundup of well-loved kitchen gear and gadgets to make cooking more enjoyable and efficient.

Vittles Reviews: What's the Point of Spanish Food in London?

Vittles • 141 implied HN points • 01 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Restaurants Cuisine Reviews Culture Dining
  1. Spanish food options in London are quite limited, often centered around a few high-end restaurants in Soho and Mayfair.
  2. While Spanish cuisine has improved over the years, many places still feel like replicas of traditional Spanish dining, lacking a unique identity.
  3. A truly good restaurant should transport diners to a different world, offering an experience that goes beyond just food.

Gear Post 3: Judgement Gear

Experimental Fat Loss • 92 implied HN points • 01 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Nutrition Dieting
  1. A Santoku knife is a versatile kitchen tool that can handle both everyday tasks and heavier cutting, making it a good investment for cooking.
  2. Having a reliable can opener is really important, especially for those who open cans occasionally and want it to work well every time.
  3. Trying fat-free sauces and alternative drinks can help you stick to a specific diet while still enjoying flavorful meals and beverages.