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At least five interesting things for the middle of your week (#29)

Noahpinion • 10588 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness AI Food Science Manufacturing
  1. AI might help restore the middle class by narrowing the productivity gap between high-skilled and low-skilled workers.
  2. Americans can still afford food, with spending on groceries remaining steady while restaurant spending has increased.
  3. Native Americans in Canada are involved in urban development and industry, showing a potential avenue for economic growth and modernity.

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.

February 2024 News from Elizabeth in Rome

Elizabeth’s Newsletter from Italy • 1002 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Food Destinations Culture
  1. The article discusses the issue of over-tourism in major Italian cities like Florence, highlighting the need for sustainable tourism practices.
  2. The writer shares tips and experiences about enjoying a spa getaway in Saturnia, Italy, focusing on relaxation and self-care.
  3. Radicchio is highlighted as a favorite winter vegetable in the writer's recipes, with tips on how to reduce its bitterness and delicious recipe ideas.
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I did nothing over Easter and I realized nothing

A Perfectly Cromulent Software Engineer • 99 implied HN points • 01 Apr 24
🏝 Travel Nature Food Activities Social media Exploration
  1. Spending time in nature and enjoying simple pleasures can bring joy and relaxation.
  2. Taking breaks and indulging in small moments can be fulfilling, even when not adhering to a strict routine.
  3. Engaging in activities that bring happiness and connecting with others can enrich life, even in the absence of grand plans.

The Week In Recommendations 1.10.24

Rich Text • 923 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Books TV shows Movies Podcasts Food
  1. Claire and Emma share their recommendations for books, TV shows, and podcasts.
  2. They discuss their efforts to cut back on impulse buying and focus on special, quality purchases.
  3. Emma raves about a specific moisturizer she loves and Claire talks about her resolution to write daily in a five-year memory notebook.

Numlock News: January 8, 2024 • Robots, Ramen, Star Citizen

Numlock News • 786 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Food Books Automation Software
  1. Star Citizen is a video game in alpha development raising massive funds through selling digital spaceships.
  2. Instant ramen sales are booming globally, with a spicy chicken-flavored soup gaining popularity in the US.
  3. Automation struggles as some tasks are easy for humans but difficult for robots, showcasing a low robot usage rate in US manufacturing plants.

Masters of Atlantis

quite useless • 294 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Experience Food Entertainment Accommodation
  1. The weather in Atlantis was perfect and helped improve the child's eczema.
  2. The resort had different areas and guest privileges based on colored wristbands.
  3. The food at the resort was expensive, but the son found entertainment in various activities like viewing aquariums and playing with Legos.

Your Holiday Survival Guide: Part 1

Are You Okay? • 738 implied HN points • 11 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Physical health Alcohol Food Sleep Exercise Socializing
  1. Have a plan for managing your physical health during the holidays, covering aspects like COVID, alcohol, food, sleep, exercise, and socializing.
  2. Consider your approach to alcohol in social occasions, stressful situations, and when alone, especially during holiday gatherings.
  3. Approach holiday food with mindfulness; don't arrive hungry, set intentions before eating, allow yourself to enjoy without guilt, and practice self-compassion if you over-indulge.

The Hard Stuff

backstory • 290 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Adventure Local culture Food Friendship Memories
  1. The author shares a personal story about the challenges of finding and enjoying alcohol in South Sudan
  2. The story highlights the cultural experiences, friendships, and adventures that come with seeking a specific type of drink
  3. Through encounters with different people and places, the narrative reveals the complexities and dangers of alcohol consumption in a rural setting

⬜ Taste notes 2.11.24

One Thing • 197 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Food Book Reviews Fashion
  1. One Thing newsletter is experimenting with a new format and will publish main newsletters on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with other digest-like content on remaining days.
  2. The article about Nicholas Saunders sheds light on British hipster food culture and his influence on companies like Neal's Yard, offering an interesting perspective on the food scene.
  3. Lorde's interest in Snow Peak products showcases the crossover between pop culture and niche hiking gear, demonstrating that pop stars can draw attention to unique brands.

Culinary Couture

Snaxshot • 339 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion Food Style
  1. The intersection of food and fashion from a GenZ perspective is an interesting topic.
  2. Anja Westhues explores the connection between food and fashion in her writing.
  3. Readers can access the full post archives by subscribing to Snaxshot.

Interlude: On Tour, Part 1

From the Desk of Alicia Kennedy • 1100 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🏝 Travel Events Food Exploration Accommodation Sightseeing
  1. The author documents the timeline of a book launch, including travel, preparations, and the launch event.
  2. The author shares personal experiences and interactions during the book launch process, such as baking cakes and meeting with colleagues.
  3. The author expresses emotions and reflections related to the events of the book launch, including nerves during the lecture and excitement during the launch party.

French Connection

The Contender • 1808 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Travel Food
  1. At Brasserie Lipp, there's a strict system in place for seating and service.
  2. The staff in the restaurant have specific roles that do not overlap.
  3. The dining experience in French establishments is characterized by attention to detail and adherence to traditional systems.

More Chinese New Year!

Moly’s Substack • 157 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Traditions Celebrations Family Food
  1. Preparation for Chinese New Year in different regions within China and within families varies significantly, showcasing unique traditions and customs.
  2. Chinese New Year celebrations involve rituals like thorough cleaning, decorative setups, shopping for new clothes, and preparing special food like dumplings and pork jelly.
  3. Family interactions during Chinese New Year include the exchange of red pockets, offering prayers at temples or at home, and making New Year offerings to ancestors.

Why is Albuquerque Interesting?

Why is this interesting? • 2232 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
🏝 Travel Food Nature Entertainment
  1. Albuquerque is a unique intersection of various strands of the American mythos.
  2. The layout of Albuquerque includes the North Valley, South Valley, Downtown, Old Town, Nob Hill, and Rio Grande.
  3. Explore local experiences in Albuquerque like New Mexican food, Sandia Peak Tramway, and the Albuquerque Isotopes baseball team.

Eat

ASK MOLLY • 2083 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Food
  1. The post is about the author's experience of eating and talking with a friend in town.
  2. The author mentions a habit of eating two-meal-size servings twice a day.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only.

Rabat, Morocco

Maximum Progress • 255 implied HN points • 03 Jan 24
🏝 Travel Destinations Culture Food
  1. Rabat is safe and clean with workers collecting trash early in the morning.
  2. The tourism industry in Rabat is entrepreneurial but not pushy.
  3. Restaurants in the medina have nice atmospheres but are expensive, with better food away from the heavily touristed areas.

Shiny Happy People Recipe...

illyanna Maisonet's Newsletter • 687 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Food Podcasts Gender Career Criticism
  1. The author offers a discount for annual subscriptions to their newsletter until the end of the year.
  2. There is a discussion about engaging and retaining followers, with feedback on the tone of the newsletter being shared.
  3. The complexity of balancing authenticity with audience perception, especially in terms of expressions of anger or jadedness, is highlighted.