a to z challenge
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Bunya Nuts 04-02-21 A to Z Challenge
We all know what a pinecone looks like, right? And we also know that pine nuts come from pine cones because Ewell Gibbons once said famously, “Ever eat a pine cone?” But did you know that in Australia, there is something that’s been largely forgotten for decades called the Bunya Pine? These massive, cone-shaped pine Continue reading
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A to Z Challenge 04-01-21 Apple Art From Japan
Welcome to Aomori Japan, where the centuries-old tradition of cultivating mojie apples has almost faded away due to it’s labor-intensive process. Before it disappears completely, let me show you what it is and what it takes to create these beautiful tattooed apples and where you can still find them. In the apple orchards of Aomori, Continue reading
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WOD Challenge 03-31-21 Change in Plans
Well, I had a theme for the upcoming A to Z challenge, but a new idea struck last night and I need some crumbs of wisdom from you, dear readers! I was going to do my posts on Music I’ve Loved, however, it occurred to me that I have a plethora of Gastro Obscura newsletters Continue reading
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