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no. 87: street corner high

let them eat cake • 159 implied HN points • 19 May 24
🍲 Food & Drink
  1. The neighborhood pizza shop can offer a sense of nostalgia and community, beyond just the food.
  2. Each slice of pizza tells a story through its taste and history, connecting to childhood memories and personal experiences.
  3. The quest for the perfect slice of pizza is a journey that involves a balance of tradition, innovation, and the essence of a neighborhood establishment.

Back to School

Wordloaf • 845 implied HN points • 06 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Bread Recipes Baking Newsletter
  1. The author is working on a book project about bread with a focus on techniques and processes.
  2. The book will emphasize the various ways bakers can approach bread baking, providing options and explanations for different choices.
  3. The book will include not only bread recipes but also detailed explanations of the science, materials, and methods of baking.

Girl Scout cookies!

well, actually • 471 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink
  1. Recommendation to order Girl Scout Cookies from trans and nonbinary Girl Scouts
  2. Consider trying cookies from both Girl Scout cookie bakeries
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The Mission Burrito...

illyanna Maisonet's Newsletter • 452 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine History Subscription Recipes Culture
  1. The history of the Mission burrito and its connection to the creation of Chipotle by a person named Steve.
  2. Instructions on how to engage on social media platforms like leaving comments and clicking hearts under a video.
  3. Benefits of being a paid subscriber to the newsletter, including exclusive content and perks like recipes, videos, and a list of places to eat.

The Ethics of Eating: Are Some DIETS More MORAL Than Others?

Peter Boghossian • 432 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Ethics Diets Vegetarianism Veganism
  1. The discussion explores the ethics of different diets like vegetarianism and veganism.
  2. They disagreed on aspects of hunting, with differing views on killing animals for certain reasons.
  3. The conversation also touches on whether an animal's intelligence should be considered in consuming it, and debates if there are circumstances where eating a human could be justified.

Lentils, anyone?

A Small and Simple Thing • 432 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Ingredients
  1. Lentils are quick to cook, versatile, and make delicious meals like salads or veggie burgers.
  2. Having a stockpile of lentils is handy for easy and satisfying meal prep with greens and a protein.
  3. Cooking lentils for new parents is a low-stress way to offer support with high impact eating.

Meyer Lemon-Pepper Adobo Pasta

illyanna Maisonet's Newsletter • 471 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Ingredients Cuisine Food culture
  1. Paid subscribers get access to exclusive content like Instagram 'Close Friends' list, written recipes, and videos of recipes.
  2. Citrus is an essential ingredient in cooking, often used to add brightness and acidity to dishes.
  3. Supporting local produce and enjoying fresh citrus from neighborhood trees can enhance the flavors in meals.

Malört Liquidity

Malt Liquidity • 5 implied HN points • 09 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Alcohol Consumption Culture Health Sociology
  1. Many people today drink less or choose non-alcoholic options, which some believe is not a healthy approach to relaxation and socializing. Historically, alcohol has been used as a way to enjoy life and unwind.
  2. Alcohol can help people deal with the stress of social situations and bridge the gap between how we see ourselves and how others perceive us. This balance can create meaningful social interactions.
  3. Younger generations may struggle with drinking due to evolving societal standards and the fear of negative consequences. It's important for people to learn to enjoy life and make mistakes rather than avoiding experiences.

Clamchos

Food is Stupid • 393 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Food experiences
  1. The Onion Union received support and reached a new contract agreement.
  2. The newsletter will continue with more penis clam content.
  3. The newsletter features an experiment involving cleaning and deep frying a massive bivalve.

Rose Wilde

Wordloaf • 393 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Baking Cooking Recipes Food Preservation
  1. Rose Wilde has a passion for teaching and sharing her love of baking and flavors with others.
  2. She advocates for exploring a variety of flavors and ingredients to add more excitement to cooking.
  3. Her work in food is deeply rooted in social justice, focusing on providing education and support through baking and preservation.

GenZ's Not Buying Kylie's RTD?

Snaxshot • 359 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🍲 Food & Drink Beverages Snacks Food Industry
  1. Kylie Jenner's RTD drink faced skepticism from Gen Z due to brand expansion into various products.
  2. Consumers are increasingly drawn to premium pet pantry items, indicating a rise in spending on pets.
  3. Food and beverage industry trends include the popularity of status chips, innovative toothpaste flavors, and the emergence of blood sugar-friendly products.

15 things I consumed this week

Maybe Baby • 698 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Consumption
  1. The post discusses 15 different things the author consumed throughout the week.
  2. The author mentions a tribute to a lost friend, Flaco, and reflects on a personal connection to them.
  3. The post is only available to paid subscribers, indicating exclusive content on the author's profile.

A Bittersweet Campari Sour for Valentine’s Day

Cocktails With Suderman • 419 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cocktails Ingredients Flavors Mixology
  1. A Campari Sour is a simple yet delicious cocktail perfect for Valentine's Day, combining bittersweet and complex flavors.
  2. Adding a saline solution can enhance the taste of a Campari Sour by balancing the flavors and making it more floral.
  3. Experimenting with additional ingredients like Bénédictine can add layers and depth to the Campari Sour, making it complex and comforting.

Should We Be Talking About Pesticides Instead of Sulfites?

Not Drinking Poison • 353 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Wine Agriculture
  1. The natural wine community believes that discussing the elimination of synthetic chemical pesticides in agriculture is more important than debating sulfite reduction in winemaking.
  2. Consumer expectations often clash with the natural processes and limitations of natural wine production, highlighting misconceptions about the industry.
  3. Natural wine serves as a platform to expose the 'Big Lie' in the wine world, revealing how production methods can impact the environment and quality of the final product.

The Spell of Sourdough Baking

Wordloaf • 727 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Baking Sourdough Flavor Bread
  1. There are different reasons to choose between yeasted and sourdough breads, each with unique advantages.
  2. Sourdough breads have a more complex flavor, stay fresh longer, and have a different texture compared to yeasted breads.
  3. Sourdough baking connects you deeply to the process of bread-making and teaches you valuable lessons about fermentation and attention to detail.

Bread Bakers Guild of America

Wordloaf • 353 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Baking Community Education Business Skills
  1. The Bread Bakers Guild of America has been connecting bakers since 1993, emphasizing natural leavening and handwork.
  2. BBGA offers resources and a network for bakers at all skill levels, from home bakers to professionals.
  3. Camp Bread event by BBGA provides hands-on sessions, workshops, and resources for learning and growth in the baking industry.

Fozia Ismail’s Hibiscus and Xawaash Venison with Creamy Parsnip Mash

Vittles • 64 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Cuisine
  1. Game meat, like venison, connects us to the seasons and brings rich, comforting flavors to our meals. Cooking with seasonal ingredients can enhance our relationship with the food we eat.
  2. Using unique ingredients like hibiscus can add a special twist to traditional dishes, making them more vibrant and interesting. Hibiscus' tangy flavor works well with meats, similar to how cranberry might be used.
  3. Homemade spices, like xawaash, can deepen the flavor of dishes and make them more personal. Taking the time to prepare your own seasonings can elevate your cooking experience.

Ómós Digest #126: Knife Sharpening Class

Ómós Digest • 353 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Events Coffee Workshops
  1. There will be a knife sharpening workshop in collaboration with Filip Visković and Indigo & Cloth.
  2. Filip Visković shares his journey from Croatia to Ireland, his passion for coffee, and his obsession with kitchen knives.
  3. Filip Visković discusses the growing appreciation for craftsmanship, the significance of quality tools like knives, and his mission to educate about knife care.

Spiced Pumpkin Cream Pie

Vittles • 79 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Culinary History Baking Cultural cuisine
  1. Spiced pumpkin cream pie is a fun twist on a classic American dessert found in diners. It's a great option to share at events or enjoy throughout the week.
  2. Making cream pies became popular with instant pudding mixes, making it easier for busy home cooks to create impressive desserts. These pies often have a graham cracker or digestive biscuit crust, which is easy to prepare.
  3. The pumpkin cream pie recipe uses roasted pumpkin and warm spices for a unique flavor. It's best to make it a day ahead so it has time to cool and set properly.

Kitchen Project #113: The Art of Meringue ft. The Plinth Pavlova

Kitchen Projects • 687 implied HN points • 10 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Desserts History Cooking techniques
  1. Desserts can be visually stunning and fun, adding a whimsical touch to the dining experience.
  2. Meringue sculptures are a popular trend, known for their intricate designs and pipe-able nature.
  3. Historically, dessert has evolved from high-cost, elaborate treats for the wealthy to creative and edible art forms for everyone to enjoy.

no. 74: double starching

let them eat cake • 678 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Value Culture Labor Economics
  1. Cooking remains a mostly opaque activity to cooks, and even though there are scientific explanations, many cultural practices still rely on mystical ideas like 'nafas' and 'sonmat.'
  2. The value of cooking and the labor involved is often underappreciated and not clearly priced, leading to conflicting claims about its worth in different contexts.
  3. Food and cooking challenge traditional economic frameworks, as the true cost is not accurately captured due to the unpaid labor that goes into preparing meals.