It’s the weekend!

We are actually staying in Bavaria this weekend, and I am so excited about having a chill weekend at home. We haven’t done that in a while. We’re planning on taking a nice long walk through the Englisher Garten, catching a play, and hopefully, heading to the Alps for a quick visit.

Perfection.

You know what else hasn’t happened in a while? Food News. My links bookmark folder is getting unruly because I’ve amassed a ridiculous number of articles that I’m just dying to share and discuss.

So, I’m sharing.

Let’s discuss.

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An explanation as to why flavor is as much mental as it is physiological. {scientific american}

A look at why companies think GMO labeling would raise food prices. Hint, it’s not the labels. {grist}

A really interesting article about the evolution of boxed cake mix. {bon appétit}

Could the chemicals in processed foods be the contributing factor for obesity? {pro publica}

An interview with Marion Nestle: school “cafeterias [are the] key battlegrounds in the fight against obesity and poor nutrition.” {civil eats}

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Can you believe they use lye when making pretzels?! I’ll stick with the baking soda when we give this a try this weekend. {the kitchn}

Sign me up for this butternut squash mac and cheese. Get in my belly! {marshalls abroad}

Can’t wait to try this salad. {naturally ella}

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Parchment paper really is a baked goods game changer. {food52}

How to maintain those gorgeous wooden chopping boards. {the kitchn}

This tortilla press is exactly what I’ve been looking for. The goodies that come with it aren’t half bad either. {food 52 provisions}