Recycle Your Food

March 8th, 2010, dropping mad science, gardening, Janaki, 2 Comments

Scientific American just posted this article about how much food we waste in the U.S. It’s good as far as it goes, but I’m a little disappointed that it didn’t mention a really significant, impactful solution that everyone (or nearly everyone) can participate in, to varying degrees.

More after the jump, though the photo above probably tells you where I’m going with this.

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Tutorial: Tazukuri

February 8th, 2010, photos, snacks, tutorial, year of the bento, Janaki, 0 Comments

Ah, tazukuri. I’ve loved you for a long time, though sadly, I only recently learned your name. Which is shocking, considering how many times I’ve eaten you and thought to myself, “why don’t I try making this at home? I’d eat it ALL THE TIME!”

I finally learned it (well, obviously), and indeed it’s ridiculously simple. While not exactly health food, it’s healthier than a lot of snacks. If you, like me, are the least bit lactose-intolerant, it’s also a really good source of calcium—one of the reasons it’s so popular in Japan. (If you’re my friend Melanie, I do apologize, and you may not want to read this post. I’ll understand entirely if you skip it. )

Follow the jump for more.

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Year of the Bento: Bento No. 4: Chicken Korma Bento

January 25th, 2010, lunch, photos, year of the bento, Janaki, 2 Comments

Chicken in a korma, I know it’s serious.

Seriously delicious, that is. Follow the jump for more, and a gallery.

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