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San Francisco Bay Area Events & Things To Do: Week Of Apr 24, 2023

Eddie’s List: San Francisco Events & Bay Area Things To Do • 58 implied HN points • 23 Apr 23
🍲 Food & Drink Events Restaurants Recommendations Beverages Cuisine
  1. The post shares San Francisco events happening the week of April 24, 2023, including outdoor movies, festivals, fundraisers, and more.
  2. It recommends trying the glazed donut at Stan's Donut Shop in Santa Clara as a must-try dish of the week.
  3. To access a full list of Bay Area events and things to do in San Francisco, consider subscribing to the paid newsletter by Eddie Hernandez.

mountain whales

let them eat cake • 159 implied HN points • 27 Jul 22
🍲 Food & Drink Restaurants Cuisine Atmosphere Staffing
  1. Favorite restaurants like Prairie Whale and L'Epicerie de Dienne offer unadorned, delicious food in a genial atmosphere created by clean air and open skies.
  2. Difference in scale between American and French restaurants: larger American establishments may need to be bigger to work efficiently, while quaint French eateries can run with just a 1-2 person team.
  3. The personal connection and authentic experience at smaller eateries like in Dienne can be more appealing than larger, bustling establishments like Prairie Whale.

🍽️ Top 5 🆒est Restaurants in Bangkok - March Edition!

Digest // Storefronts of Bangkok • 19 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🍲 Food & Drink Restaurants Cuisine Menu Service
  1. Explore the vibrant culinary world of Bangkok with the top 5 coolest restaurants in March.
  2. Experience unique dining experiences like multi-story culinary venues, Neo-Neapolitan pizzas, and art-filled eateries.
  3. Enjoy exceptional service, warmth from staff, and great value for money at these recommended Bangkok restaurants.
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factory food

let them eat cake • 79 implied HN points • 01 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Food production
  1. Hawker food quality may be declining over time, with pre-made components from central kitchens often used in preparation.
  2. Mass production isn't inherently negative and is essential for modern life, similar to sewers.
  3. Technological advancements are impressive, but there's a lack of incentive to develop new processes and machines.

🛺 Weekly dose of the "5 Coolest Things I've Found in Bangkok!"

Digest // Storefronts of Bangkok • 19 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Events Activities Cuisine Music Venues
  1. Weekly curation of the top 5 coolest things in Bangkok covering events, venues, and more - a must-read for discovering what makes Bangkok special
  2. Exciting events like concerts, music festivals, and unique food tours offer immersive experiences to explore Bangkok's vibrant culture and entertainment scene
  3. Opportunities to enjoy unique experiences, such as Michelin-starred dining on a food bus, electronic music festivals, and celebrating local bar milestones

no. 64: dislocation

let them eat cake • 79 implied HN points • 13 Jan 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Cuisine Recipes French cuisine
  1. Pâté-crôute is a versatile dish, similar to pizza, where creativity in both recipe and execution is key.
  2. Recipes for pâté-crôute often feature traditional French ingredients like cognac, armagnac, foie gras, and AOC game.
  3. Success in making pâté-crôute is not just about winning, but about honestly embracing the process and the outcome.

no. 59: third wave

let them eat cake • 79 implied HN points • 14 Sep 22
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine French cuisine
  1. The post discusses a meal experience at Michel Guerard's place in southern France, highlighting his reputation as one of the last chefs of the Nouvelle Cuisine movement.
  2. Michel Guerard, at 89 years old, is recognized for his contributions to the culinary industry, including creating a line of frozen foods for Nestle.
  3. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to let them eat cake to access more content and enjoy a 7-day free trial.

Found in translation

Mindful Musings • 62 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Language Cuisine City life
  1. Learning new languages and phrases in a foreign country is fun and reveals unique cultural aspects.
  2. Accents, local phrases, and sayings are key to understanding local culture and history.
  3. Unique phrases like 'Fuhgeddaboudit' and expressions like 'You're so good' offer insights into language and community experiences.

Turkish ice cream vendors

This week I am curious about? • 19 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine History Culture Travel Fun
  1. Turkish ice cream, known as Dondurma, has a unique texture and resistance to melting due to ingredients like salep and mastic.
  2. The Dondurma vendor attire includes a Kaftan robe and Fez hat, creating a distinctive look that symbolizes Turkish ice cream culture.
  3. Turkish ice cream vendors play tricks on customers as a fun sales technique, which has become popular especially through social media.

All peas are babies

A Perfectly Cromulent Software Engineer • 19 implied HN points • 30 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Poetry
  1. Peas are described metaphorically as babies in this post, highlighting their journey from the soil to being consumed by humans.
  2. The process of picking and preparing peas is depicted as a somewhat tragic fate for these tiny vegetables.
  3. The author adds a touch of humor at the end, acknowledging a fondness for peas despite the somber narrative.

no. 45: please duck soup responsibly

let them eat cake • 79 implied HN points • 29 Sep 21
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Cooking Cultural perspectives Traditional dishes
  1. Traditional dishes like kiam chye arh reflect a certain perspective on food that needs to be shared by both the cook and the diner.
  2. In the context of ethnic cuisines, the voices of the cooks are crucial for the true understanding and appreciation of the food.
  3. Certain dishes, like kiam chye arh, have an internal logic and history that can only be fully appreciated when both the cook and the diner understand and value its traditions.

quattordicine

let them eat cake • 139 implied HN points • 22 Sep 20
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Vegetarianism Quality Cooking
  1. The author shares their experience living in a hotel during the pandemic, receiving interesting meals that range from nasi lemak to tofu dishes.
  2. The transition to a vegetarian meal plan at the hotel results in various Chinese Vegetarian meals, some with unique combinations like steamed rice, broccoli, and peppers.
  3. The culinary journey continues with detailed descriptions of each meal, including noodle consistency, sauce flavors, and the overall dining experience.

statistically average chicken curry

let them eat cake • 179 implied HN points • 13 Sep 19
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Cookbooks Food Systems Recipes Culinary Traditions
  1. Every cuisine in Singapore has its version of chicken curry, but they shouldn't all be cooked the same way. Each household adds their own touches.
  2. Cookbooks like 'South East Asian Food' by Rosemary Brissenden focus on intentions and histories of recipes, not just measurements, preserving culinary traditions.
  3. Beyond recipes, these books offer insight into cultural contexts and differences in cooking styles across countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore.

we're as disappointed as you are

let them eat cake • 139 implied HN points • 09 Aug 19
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Restaurants Baking Food Systems
  1. The author shares an announcement about doing a popup at a restaurant to make Peranakan food and mention a newsletter about monopolies and politics.
  2. The author expresses disappointment at not having an essay that week due to a hectic schedule but does share interesting links on various topics from trashfires to baked goods.
  3. The author wraps up the post with a heartfelt message thanking readers, encouraging support by sharing the newsletter, and offering to buy coffee for those interested in connecting.

no. 46: come eat

let them eat cake • 39 implied HN points • 14 Nov 21
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Cuisine Recipes Cultural influence
  1. The author invites readers to enjoy food they have prepared at upcoming events in the Boston area.
  2. Food does not always have to be photogenic to be delicious, challenging the idea that all food needs to look good.
  3. The concept of food having a distinct single origin story is questioned, highlighting the complex and interconnected nature of culinary traditions.

a collection of breakfasts

let them eat cake • 119 implied HN points • 26 Jul 19
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Recipes Dining Experience Food culture
  1. The Long Bar at Raffles Hotel in Singapore underwent significant changes through ownership shifts and renovations, resulting in a more sophisticated cocktail-making process.
  2. Breakfast in Singapore includes diverse dishes like _ham chim peng_, _mee pok tar_, and Teochew _kueh_, reflecting unique local flavors and culinary traditions.
  3. The writer's newsletter, 'let them eat cake,' focuses on food systems and is a free labor of love, aiming to develop a platform as a writer by engaging with readers through social media and encouraging support.

Make it hot

let them eat cake • 99 implied HN points • 06 Mar 19
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Ingredients Beverages Food culture Recipes
  1. Hot sauces like Tabasco have interesting cultural and historical backgrounds, often reflecting imperialism and globalization.
  2. Chili sauces in Southeast Asia serve as both condiments and staples, providing pleasure and balance through complex flavors.
  3. Differentiating between cultures that eat chilies versus those that eat hot sauce reveals diverse approaches to spiciness and flavors.

Issue 12 – Mustard

Unbox Inbox • 2 HN points • 06 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Condiments Cuisine Packaging Shopping Brands
  1. Mustard has a long history dating back to ancient times and some popular mustard brands have been around for centuries.
  2. Mustard packaging often embraces vintage aesthetics, channeling a nostalgic vibe with retro designs.
  3. There are various types of mustard to match different preferences; from classic yellow squeeze bottles to unique packaging like tubes and collectible jars.

Galouti Kebabs

This week I am curious about? • 0 implied HN points • 24 Nov 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cuisine History Cooking
  1. Galouti Kebabs originated in Lucknow and were created in a contest by a chef named Haji Murad Ali using 160 spices and unique ingredients, resulting in a soft and melt-in-your-mouth experience.
  2. The word 'Galouti' comes from 'Gilawat', meaning very soft, referring to the tender texture of these kebabs.
  3. When attempting to make Galouti Kebabs, be cautious with ingredients like Rajma for moisture, and consider the cooking method to avoid lengthy processes like air frying.