April 29, 2006 at 5:03 pm
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Being a huge fan of The Botany of Desire, when I heard a recent interview on NPR about an new book by Michael Pollan, I immediately ordered it.
Following four meals literally from start to finish, it provides an amazing insight into the way the american food industry works. From corn and it’s life, to the meaning and value of organics in an industrialized food production world, he brings a wonderful and informative view on how our food makes it’s way to our stomachs.
I’m now about 1/3 of the way through the book, and felt compelled to post something about it immediately. I don’t know where to begin frankly. It’s so packed with interesting/scary information that any place I start makes me simply want to copy some pages straight. Kate @ the Accidental Hedonist has opened my eyes to the world of HFCS, but I didn’t understand just how strongly tied to corn we were until I read the first meal: a fast food dinner eaten while driving in a car.
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April 25, 2006 at 11:36 pm
· Filed under Wine
Vin d’Orange is drunk all over France as an aperitif and light after-dinner drink. Mme Durandeau’s recipe is posted in her own handwriting by her daughter-in-law, Lucy, on eGullet. Many thanks to them both, as well as to the Opinionated About community for their tips on making this recipe. Read the rest of this entry »
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April 25, 2006 at 6:38 pm
· Filed under Edibles
Cheddar is the world’s most-produced cheese and America’s favorite, which offers quite an insight when you think about the taste of most mass-market cheddars. These days, however, you’re likely to face many more decisions at the grocery store than just orange or white. Do you want a 2, 3, or 4 year aged cheddar? Do you want Canadian, American, or English? Sharp or extra sharp? I really had no answer for any of these questions when trying to pick out a good cheddar for some old fashioned mac and cheese recently, so I got one of each of the most uncommon-looking cheddars to try. Read the rest of this entry »
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April 25, 2006 at 6:10 pm
· Filed under Miscellany
The last few months have been a blur. We had back-to-back product launches requiring a whole lot of work, we’ve traveled, we’ve bonded with our new dog Indy, I’ve started a new vegetable garden, and, of course, we’ve eaten. I’ll be playing catch-up on All In on some of the last few months’ adventure as time allows, and look forward to being back with you for the future. I’ve missed you all!
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