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Book review: The End of Craving

Experimental Fat Loss • 92 implied HN points • 28 Jun 25
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. The book discusses how our current food system creates confusion around nutrition due to the fortification of foods, making us unsure about what we really need to eat. This could lead to overeating because our bodies might think they're missing important nutrients.
  2. It introduces the idea of a two-part reward system in our brains: wanting something and then getting satisfaction from it. If these two signals are out of sync, it can lead to unhealthy eating habits, almost like addiction.
  3. The author believes that many processed foods are not really food at all but 'food simulacra' that can trick our taste buds. These foods can be overly enticing, causing us to eat more than we actually need.

Paid content: Packing the spring box

Wood From Eden • 240 implied HN points • 20 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Packing a spring box is an important task for preparing for the season. It involves organizing and storing supplies that will help with gardening and planting.
  2. Creating a rational vegetable garden can lead to better productivity and more enjoyable gardening experiences. Planning ahead and using resources wisely is key.
  3. Paid subscriptions can provide access to special content that dives deeper into gardening topics. This can help gardeners learn more and improve their skills.

New Year New Name: Introducing Vittles Cooking

Vittles • 213 implied HN points • 08 Jan 25
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Vittles Cooking is changing its name from Vittles Recipes to reflect a broader focus on home cooking. It aims to embrace creativity and fun in cooking, rather than just sticking to traditional recipes.
  2. The platform is inviting new pitches related to home cooking. They're looking for unique perspectives, innovative ideas, and experiences that challenge the usual cooking norms.
  3. Vittles Cooking wants to highlight how cooking intersects with daily life and current issues like the climate crisis. They're interested in stories about cooking in tough times or finding joy in everyday meals.

reverence

let them eat cake • 239 implied HN points • 25 Jan 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Cuisine can be so influential that outsiders invest years in perfecting it.
  2. Restaurants may not fully represent a cuisine that thrives in domestic settings.
  3. The difficulty of a cuisine can be seen as a form of external validation.
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no. 71: heavy metal rempah

let them eat cake • 139 implied HN points • 25 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. In Singapore, cooking certain dishes like rempah and kueh is seen as a communal activity, done with family and friends.
  2. Singaporean cuisine is largely cooked within homes and doesn't have strict recipes, making it communal and unique to each family.
  3. The process of preparing rempah can be personal, with adjustments made based on individual preferences, leading to a sense of satisfaction and nostalgia.

the essentials

let them eat cake • 139 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. The author has been immersed in making pâté-croûte and invites subscribers to try it and attend public qualifiers in Montreal.
  2. The post shares experiences with Malay cooking in Singapore, highlighting two different servings of ketam lemak.
  3. Reflecting on the essence of cooking, the author contemplates the meticulous refinement of dishes like boeuf bourguignon and the beauty in the mess and work involved in enjoying a meal.

Melek Erdal's İçli köfte two ways (one disrespectful)

Vittles • 182 implied HN points • 15 Jan 25
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. İçli köfte is a special dumpling that needs a lot of care and the right techniques to make it delicious. It's usually made in big batches for gatherings rather than just for one meal.
  2. There are different versions of içli köfte across various cultures, but the Kurdish style values having a thin and delicate casing while allowing the filling to shine through.
  3. It's okay to play around with traditional recipes, as culture evolves and can be expressed in new ways. You can make a simpler, 'disrespectful' version of içli köfte while still respecting the culture behind it.

Pizza night blockbusters (and Meg’s recipe)

Austin Kleon • 819 implied HN points • 21 Dec 21
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Family pizza night is a fun tradition that everyone can look forward to each week. It makes for a great time to bond over food and movies.
  2. Finding movies that everyone in the family can enjoy can be challenging but is rewarding. There are many great options out there suitable for kids and parents alike.
  3. Making pizza at home is easy and can be done ahead of time. You can use a simple dough recipe, allowing for a fresh and delicious meal during movie night.

The watch party votes are IN!

Murder, She Cooked • 137 implied HN points • 23 May 23
🎭️ Culture Cooking
  1. The watch party votes are in for the next event
  2. The second watch party will feature Murder, Takes the Bus - Season 1 - Episode 18
  3. The event will include a recipe, video demonstration, Cabot Cove Bingo, and instructions for joining

no. 63: very bad ideas

let them eat cake • 239 implied HN points • 08 Jan 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. There is a world championship for meat pie called Championnat du Monde du Pâté-Crôute held in France, known for its complex and artistic meat pies with criteria like architectural design and use of meat jelly.
  2. Entrants need to be culinary professionals with 5 years of experience, and there are only two rules: meat-based pâté-crôute entries and no truffles to avoid escalation in ingredient quality.
  3. The competition offers glory and a unique trophy presented by a chef in a leather apron, and the author is practicing hard to improve his pâté-crôute skills for the qualifying round in October.

MasterChef LLM 🧑‍🍳

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 59 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. There's an AI cooking assistant called MasterChef LLM that can help prepare over 500 different dishes. It can make popular dishes like paneer tikka and chai easily.
  2. This AI tool can make cooking at home more convenient and less stressful compared to following complicated YouTube recipes.
  3. The introduction of such technology could potentially grab the attention of famous chefs like Gordon Ramsay.

Quick and Easy Bakes: Marmalade Chocolate Loaf, Fifteens, and Brown Bread Shortcake

Vittles • 143 implied HN points • 05 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Make baking easy with simple recipes that don't take much time. There are options for cakes and desserts that can be quickly done.
  2. You can use common ingredients you already have at home, like leftover bread, to create tasty treats.
  3. These recipes are perfect for both new bakers and those who want quick, satisfying sweets without a lot of fuss.

'If you don’t like it, you know what you can do'

Vittles • 205 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Cooking can be a way to show love, just like the author's mom did. Simple, nourishing meals can carry deeper meanings and memories.
  2. Life isn’t always fair, and cooking lessons can help us deal with challenges. It's important to enjoy food and savor moments with friends and family.
  3. As we grow, we might need to unlearn some of our childhood teachings. It's okay to take pleasure in cooking and sharing meals without guilt.

If in Doubt, Add Cream: Three Cheese Macaroni Gratin

Vittles • 118 implied HN points • 12 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Using cream instead of a béchamel sauce makes macaroni gratin easier and creamier. It saves time and creates a rich flavor.
  2. Choosing the right cheeses is important for balance; a mix of mild cheeses like cheddar and Jarlsberg works best. Avoid strong cheeses that can make the dish too overpowering.
  3. To balance the richness of the macaroni, serve it with something acidic, like a salad or hot sauce. This helps lighten the meal.

Part 1: The Vittles Christmas Gift Guide 2024

Vittles • 156 implied HN points • 03 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. The Vittles Christmas Gift Guide offers a huge list of fun and unique gift ideas from various contributors. There are over a hundred options, including food items and quirky goodies.
  2. The guide is published in parts, with the first covering contributions made by Vittles writers, while the second part will feature more categories like books and kitchenware.
  3. The gifts range from sophisticated to silly, ensuring there's something for everyone, whether you're looking for stocking fillers or special treats.

its own kind of artistry

let them eat cake • 99 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Cooking with 8-year-old girls can be a fun and educational experience by baking simple recipes from scratch, introducing them to measurement and process.
  2. Engage children in cooking activities through transformations like whipping cream, making meringue, or trying out croquettes and dumplings for hands-on experiences.
  3. Encourage creativity in cooking by letting children experiment, make mistakes, and learn valuable lessons like not always trusting their eyes or judgment.

Pamelia Chia’s Curry Chicken

Vittles • 123 implied HN points • 29 Jan 25
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Singaporean curry chicken is a popular dish known for its unique turmeric color and rich coconut milk flavor, distinguishing it from other curry types. It's often enjoyed with rice or roti prata, making it a familiar comfort food in Singapore.
  2. Learning to cook curry can be a personal journey, as many traditional recipes involve intuitive cooking methods rather than precise measurements. The process of making the spice paste, or 'rempah', is essential and can evolve over time based on personal taste.
  3. Letting curry chicken rest in the fridge overnight can enhance its flavor, especially the potatoes, which soak up the spices. This resting period is a simple trick to make the dish even more delicious.

three things

let them eat cake • 179 implied HN points • 04 Jan 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. The author is working on a book about Singaporean food and food culture and is seeking ideas and input from readers.
  2. A shortage of semiconductors causing a slowdown in car manufacturing led to unexpected consequences like a shortage of Haribo gummi bears due to gelatin from leather manufacturing.
  3. The Superiority Burger cookbook offers high-spirited food recipes designed for manufacturability, regardless of one's stance on meat eating.

Three Ingenious and Lawless Indian Toasties

Vittles • 97 implied HN points • 19 Feb 25
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Indian toasties are simple and versatile, made with whatever ingredients you have on hand. They can be created in many different ways, showing the creativity of home cooks.
  2. Three popular toastie recipes include a Kerala-style tuna melt, a potato and green chutney toastie, and smashed spiced peas on toast. Each offers a unique flavor and style influenced by different regions.
  3. These toasties represent the fun and casual side of South Asian cooking, where tradition can take a backseat to tasty, spontaneous meals.

Nick Bramham’s Perfect Tuna Melt

Vittles • 151 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  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.

Nick Bramham’s Rabbit & Fennel Risotto

Vittles • 128 implied HN points • 11 Dec 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. The Rabbit & Fennel Risotto was created out of a kitchen challenge due to unexpected demand for rabbit and over-ordering of fennel. The chef had to think quickly to make a delicious meal.
  2. To give the risotto a rich flavor, the chef uses high-quality ingredients like Carnaroli rice, chicken stock, and fresh fennel, making sure the vegetables add texture.
  3. The finished dish is intended to be substantial and perfect for sharing at gatherings, making it both satisfying and versatile for different occasions.

Michèle Roberts: The Art of Writing a Cookbook

Vittles • 136 implied HN points • 25 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Cooking is like a creative art form, similar to writing poetry. It's about being attentive and using the right ingredients to create something special.
  2. Understanding and recognizing your own appetite is key to enjoying cooking for yourself. It’s important to treat yourself well, just like you would a dear friend.
  3. Using leftovers can be a fun and creative challenge. It's a way to reduce waste and make something new and delicious from what you already have.

first slice

let them eat cake • 139 implied HN points • 16 Jan 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. The author shared a post about making their first p\u00e2t\u00e9-cro\u00fbte since December 2021, experimenting with soy and five spice in the recipe.
  2. The post includes a link to subscribe to their newsletter with a 7-day free trial offer for access to full post archives.
  3. The author adjusted the spicing and ingredients in a familiar recipe to see how different elements worked together in a \u00e2t\u00e9-cro\u00fbte, showcasing their experimentation in pastry making.

My Week in Food

The Analog Family • 159 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Food plays a big role in daily life and is often the first and last thought of the day. Cooking brings people together and adds excitement to mealtimes.
  2. Shopping for groceries based on sales and what’s available helps manage food costs, especially with rising prices. Using leftovers creatively is also a great way to save money.
  3. Trying new recipes and incorporating special ingredients can enhance meals. Baking delicious treats adds joy and variety to the week.

Dan Sosa adds new flavors of AI to Parsnip 🫔

Friends of Parsnip • 58 implied HN points • 05 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Cooking
  1. Dan Sosa brings new AI flavors to Parsnip, merging AI, gastronomy, and passion for learning.
  2. The vision at Parsnip is to use AI to empower people and enhance human experiences, not replace them.
  3. Dan Sosa's background in AI, cooking, and mixology will help Parsnip create personalized learning experiences and bring people together through food.

Rue McClanahan's Cookies Demo

Murder, She Cooked • 78 implied HN points • 07 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Rue McClanahan's cookies are easy to make and freeze well.
  2. The recipe includes a variety of healthy ingredients and allows for customization with different fruits and nuts.
  3. Join the watch party and cooking demo for a fun event with _Murder Takes the Bus._

Powder Keg

Murder, She Cooked • 78 implied HN points • 03 May 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. In a town full of rednecks, Jessica finds a dangerous atmosphere but manages to keep her nerve.
  2. The town has a Wild West feel with bare-knuckle fighting, moonshine drinking, and racism towards the sheriff.
  3. Despite the tense atmosphere, Jessica's levelheaded approach to the crime helps her solve the case brilliantly.

How To Grow $30 Worth of Tomatoes Yourself For Just $300

Shades of Greaves • 78 implied HN points • 17 May 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Growing tomatoes yourself can be a fun and rewarding summer hobby.
  2. Starting with cheap tomato seeds in March and gradually investing in pots and other supplies can lead to a bountiful harvest.
  3. Despite the costs and challenges, growing your own tomatoes can bring satisfaction, better-tasting produce, and a way to one-up your bragging neighbors.

Agony Liz

Lizzie Wrote This • 58 implied HN points • 15 Nov 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Read recipes all the way through before starting to cook to avoid mistakes
  2. In cooking to impress, focus on simple dishes that you can make well or embrace a disaster as a funny story
  3. Make the most of seasonal mushrooms by exploring different recipes and cooking styles

Your Mid-Week Experiment

The Experiment • 39 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Cooking
  1. Researching misinformation can lead to increased belief in fake news
  2. Democrats trust different news sources than Republicans
  3. Be cautious about turning women's trauma into girl-boss redemption stories

Ex-Boyfriend Thai Curry

Ladyparts • 319 implied HN points • 11 Feb 22
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Breaking up can be a chance to regain control and independence in a relationship.
  2. Cooking or trying new recipes can be a form of self-care and empowerment.
  3. Personal growth can come from challenging or difficult experiences, like a breakup.

Yom Kippur Clafoutis

Ladyparts • 179 implied HN points • 06 Oct 22
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Yom Kippur is a day of atonement where you reflect on your wrongdoings and strive for self-improvement.
  2. It's essential to acknowledge our mistakes, apologize, and consider how to do better, regardless of religious beliefs.
  3. Baking a special dessert with an old friend can be a meaningful way to reconcile and connect, even during solemn occasions.

renewals

let them eat cake • 179 implied HN points • 01 Sep 22
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Baking involves a mix of physical skills, organization, timing, and care rituals.
  2. Trusting yourself in cooking is crucial for the cook's joy and success.
  3. The feeling of knowing and trusting yourself is essential in baking and cooking.

Doug MacDowell: Lean Mean Computing Machine (LMCM)

Do Not Research • 59 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Cooking
  1. A unique personal computer, the Lean Mean Computing Machine (LMCM), is created using a George Foreman 360 Grill and various components, offering multi-functionality.
  2. The LMCM allows for cooking while computing, with adjustable temperature control and a nonstick design for healthier cooking.
  3. Specifications of the LMCM include an Intel Core i7-3770 CPU, 16GB RAM, 240GB SSD, and 1500 watt cooking power, making it a versatile and convenient option.

Food is Political

Nomad No More • 58 implied HN points • 20 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking
  1. Food choices have political implications in modern society.
  2. Cooking at home can help combat societal issues like food waste and unhealthy eating habits.
  3. Investing time in cooking and being resourceful with food can have positive impacts on health, finances, and the environment.