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La Rentrée, Part 2

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 4933 implied HN points • 25 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Restaurants Travel Shopping Recipes
  1. Brittany is a beautiful region known for its rocky coasts, dramatic weather, and delicious food like moules-frites and local hard apple cider.
  2. In Languedoc, you can enjoy a relaxing vacation with fresh seafood, warm beaches, and charming markets like the one in Olonzac.
  3. Exploring vide-greniers in the French countryside can lead to great finds, while enjoying delicious food at local restaurants can be a highlight of the trip.
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True or False: The Best Salads Are the Simplest Salads

The Department of Salad: Official Bulletin • 2712 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Salads Cooking Recipes Food Photography Food culture
  1. Some people believe that the best food is the simplest, while others enjoy complex salads with various ingredients.
  2. Food presentation on social media, particularly salads, can be very aesthetically pleasing and popular.
  3. Salad is a versatile dish that can be made with endless combinations of ingredients and styles, allowing personal creativity and expression.

(almost) one-pan garlic butter roasted chicken and crispy potatoes

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 2279 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Ingredients Meal Prep Food culture Cooking tips
  1. The recipe features a delicious one-pan garlic butter roasted chicken with crispy potatoes and romesco sauce.
  2. Leftovers of this dish can be kept for up to 3 days in the fridge and can be used creatively in salads or bowls.
  3. Options are provided for variations like using different types of potatoes, nuts, or even making the dish dairy-free or gluten-free.

October 2023 newsletter

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 4363 implied HN points • 01 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Restaurants Cookbooks Travel Recipes Gardening
  1. The author missed writing the September newsletter but enjoyed taking a break in Sicily.
  2. In France, 'Non' doesn't mean being rude; it's about valuing personal time like vacation and work-life balance.
  3. When dining in France, tipping is not mandatory as service is included in the price, but leaving a little extra for good service is appreciated.

a really simple meal plan v.2

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 4343 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking tips
  1. The meal plan includes recipes for Jerk Chicken with Coconut Rice and Strawberry Salsa, Sunshine Pasta, Chicken Flautas & Roasted Corn Salad, Roasted Asparagus Farrotto, and Sesame-Ginger Grilled Steak with Cucumber Pepper Avocado Salad.
  2. The meal plan provides detailed instructions for preparing the meals, including tips for leftover usage and variations to suit different preferences.
  3. A PDF grocery list is included for easy shopping and organization based on grocery aisle.

15 things I consumed this week

Maybe Baby • 485 implied HN points • 01 Nov 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Nutrition Dining Food Trends Cooking techniques
  1. Trying new snacks can be a fun part of your day. Mixing flavors like apple with yogurt and chocolate chips can create a tasty treat.
  2. Reading about fashion or cultural trends from the past can spark memories and nostalgia. Reflecting on how things used to be is always interesting.
  3. Exploring different types of media can enrich your experiences. Whether it's articles, podcasts, or videos, there's always something new to discover.

one-pot cheesy pumpkin pasta

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 3871 implied HN points • 08 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Ingredients Cooking tips Meal Ideas
  1. The recipe shared is a one-pot cheesy pumpkin pasta, perfect for fall comfort food.
  2. The author shares her love for savory pumpkin dishes and provides alternatives for those who don't enjoy pumpkin.
  3. There are tips for variations, such as using canned butternut squash, adding meat or greens, and making the dish dairy- or gluten-free.

April 2023 Newsletter

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 3714 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🍲 Food & Drink Bakery Travel Recipes Restaurants
  1. Visiting San Francisco bakeries like Arsicault can be a rewarding experience for pastry lovers.
  2. Prioritizing family time during travel can lead to meaningful and enjoyable experiences.
  3. When traveling to places with potential strikes, it's essential to be flexible and plan accordingly to navigate transportation disruptions.

30-minute honey gochujang glazed salmon and broccoli bowls

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 1729 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Food Photography
  1. This salmon and broccoli bowl recipe is quick to make, delicious, and nutrient-packed with omega-3 fatty acids from salmon.
  2. The recipe can be adapted for air fryer cooking, skin-on salmon, or even with chicken as substitutes for salmon.
  3. Consider serving meals in bowls for a more enjoyable eating experience, like the recipe suggests.

hella green pasta

What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking • 3498 implied HN points • 19 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Recipes Ingredients Meal Prep
  1. The hella green pasta is basically a salad, packed with healthy ingredients like kale, spinach, and garlic.
  2. The recipe emphasizes using high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor in the creamy pasta sauce.
  3. The leftover sauce can be versatile, used in various dishes or frozen for future meals, making it a great meal-prep option.

Welcome Back, Everyone!

a newsletter • 3400 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Newsletter
  1. Alison Roman is returning with more newsletters, recipes, and updates on upcoming projects.
  2. Some of her go-to recipes include The Luckiest Biscuits in America, Fluffy, Crispy Pancakes, and Slow Salmon with Citrus.
  3. She also loves making Shallot Pasta and Iceberg Salad as comforting and reliable dishes.

Start Here!

The Audacity. • 1690 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cookbooks Recipes Cooking tips
  1. The book club discussed Sohla El-Waylly's cookbook 'Start Here' and how it was fun to cook together.
  2. Sohla emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'why' in learning new skills.
  3. Participants shared their cooking experiences, recipes they tried, wins, failures, and areas they want to improve.

Whipped Labneh

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 3184 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Ingredients Restaurants Cuisine
  1. Whipped Labneh is a versatile spread that can be easily made at home with just a few ingredients like labneh, feta, herbs, and olive oil.
  2. The recipe offers flexibility to customize with different herbs, grilled vegetables, and toppings like radishes and black olives.
  3. You can store the whipped Labneh in the refrigerator and enjoy it as a snack, serve it with main dishes, or use it as a side for various meals.

Brittany Addresses

David Lebovitz Newsletter • 3007 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cuisine Travel Recipes Beverages Restaurants
  1. Brittany is a popular destination for its cool weather, coastline, beaches, and delicious food like seafood, crêpes, and pastries.
  2. Brittany is known for its sparkling apple cider, love of salted butter, and local specialty honeys.
  3. Reserve in advance when dining in Brittany, explore local beverages like cider and wines, and try the delicious salted butter available at markets.

I'm not cooking this week

a newsletter • 2771 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Recipes Healthy Eating
  1. The author is taking a break from cooking this week except for making a really nice fish dish.
  2. Cook the fish in low and slow with olive oil to get a tender and perfect texture.
  3. The fish pairs well with a punchy cucumber salad and the olive oil used to cook the fish can be reused for other dishes.

Kitchen Project #128: Everything Rhubarb

Kitchen Projects • 1454 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Baking Desserts Cooking techniques
  1. The newsletter provides a comprehensive guide on various ways to use rhubarb in recipes like jam, compote, syrup, and even choux pastries.
  2. Tips are shared on cooking rhubarb to bring out its best flavor, including methods like poaching and roasting.
  3. Exploration of the different varieties of rhubarb is discussed, such as Yorkshire and Dutch rhubarb, and how they differ in taste and quality.

Why I Love My Cookbooks

The Analog Family • 519 implied HN points • 15 May 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Recipes Nutrition Family Culture
  1. Cookbooks create a personal cooking experience that online recipes often lack. They help make meals that feel familiar and bring back memories.
  2. Using cookbooks can improve cooking skills because you become more confident with recipes you repeat. It's like practice makes perfect in the kitchen.
  3. Cooking from a cookbook feels more organized and comforting. It’s easier to find and remember recipes in a physical book than searching through countless online ones.