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science2 months ago

Archaeologists' Neanderthal Cooking Reveals Shocking Findings

A recent study challenges traditional views of Neanderthals as limited hunters by showing they skillfully processed small birds and used fire for cooking, which may have led to underrepresentation of such behaviors in the archaeological record due to bone fragility and preservation biases, suggesting a higher level of cognitive and behavioral complexity than previously thought.

food1 year ago

Top 20 Must-Try Recipes for 2024

Epicurious has released its list of the 20 best recipes of 2024, featuring a variety of popular dishes from one-pot dinners like Braised Chicken With Harissa and Olives to desserts such as German Buttercream and New Jersey Crumb Cake. The list highlights recipes that have received rave reviews from readers, including Skillet Chicken Parmesan With Gnocchi and Baked Feta Pasta With Chickpeas. These standout recipes are available on the Epicurious iOS app for users to explore and save.

health1 year ago

Breakfast Food Chemical Linked to Heart Risks

A study by Spanish researchers suggests that acrylamide, a chemical formed when starchy foods like bread and potatoes are cooked at high temperatures, may increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes by up to 60%. Acrylamide is found in foods like toast, coffee, and ultra-processed products, as well as in cigarettes and some cosmetics. The study reviewed data from over 100,000 individuals and found a link between high acrylamide intake and increased cardiovascular risk. Experts recommend reducing acrylamide exposure by avoiding overcooking and opting for healthier cooking methods.

lifestyle1 year ago

15 Hilarious and Infuriating Cooking Review Fails

The article humorously highlights 15 negative reviews on cooking websites where users often blame recipes for their own cooking mishaps. Examples include complaints about a vegan recipe lacking meat, a sourdough starter's taste, and a pumpkin syrup recipe criticized for not using pumpkin puree. Other reviews feature users substituting key ingredients, like eggs with bananas, and then leaving poor ratings. The piece underscores the amusing disconnect between following recipes and user expectations.

gaming1 year ago

"Tales of the Shire: The Cozy Hobbit Life Sim Revitalizing the Genre"

Tales of the Shire, a new life-sim game from Wētā Workshop, focuses on the homely, food-loving lifestyle of Hobbits in Middle-earth. Set between The Hobbit and The Fellowship of the Ring, the game emphasizes cooking and community-building in the town of Bywater. Despite initial skepticism, the game impressed with its charming art style, engaging cooking mechanics, and humorous Hobbit characters. It aims to stand out in the crowded life-sim genre by centering on food and relationships. The game is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch later this year.

entertainment1 year ago

"Harry and Meghan's Netflix Ventures: Cooking, Polo, and Lifestyle Shows"

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are developing two new reality shows for Netflix, one about cooking and the other about polo, both in the early stages of production. The cooking show will focus on cooking, gardening, entertaining, and friendship, while the polo show will provide unprecedented access to the world of professional polo, a passion of Harry's. Both shows will be produced under the Duke and Duchess' Archewell Productions banner as part of their five-year overall deal with Netflix.