Monthly Archives: May 2006

food ethics

Salon.com recently ran an interview of Peter Singer, an ethicist whose latest book “The Way We Eat” examines modern agribusiness and ethics. In the interview, Singer brings up an interesting point regarding the local food movement: “California rice is produced … Continue reading

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tofu, now with flavor!

Like death and taxes, it’s a generally accepted truth that tofu is bland. Tofu is considered a flavorless block of protein, providing texture and nutrition for vegetarians, hippies, and trendy hipsters. Rarely is tofu considered an ingredient on its own. … Continue reading

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baladi eggplant

I’ve been jonesing for a fire-roasted eggplant with yogurt and tahini sauce ever since I left Israel. This dish appears in myriad variations at almost every trendy Middle Eastern fusion restaurant in greater Tel Aviv. And with good reason–it’s delicious. … Continue reading

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how to buy cake pans

Rose Levy Beranbaum has some words of wisdom on her blog regarding the purchase of cake pans. Apparently, manufacturers of cake pans have been shrinking their products, so your 9 inch loaf pan may not actually be 9 inches long. … Continue reading

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