Life is full of daily moments from trivial to endearing to "light bulb" moments.
So what did you learn today?

I learned the differences between ice cream, custard and gelato (while watching a farm to table show on KQED)

The 37th parallel is at the outer limits of where you can see Canopus from, the second brightest star of the night sky.

The meaning of BBC and LWNJ

I learnt that pothos plant grows from the cuttings.

I learned that some people actually show up hella early to the airport on purpose just to have more time to spend at the Centurion lounge

^^ I would too if I was a nervous flyer :)

I learned that I can propagate store bought lemon grass. My stalks are growing in my mason jars at the moment. I plan to pot, after I buy potting soil.

I learned that I can be ok with letting others take over the work I started several years ago...it means that I don't have to do it anymore!

Today I learned that no matter how good the pussy is, it doesn't matter if its between the wrong pair of legs.

I learned how to properly prounounce Umesh :)

Haha. Fun fact:Umesh, if it's Indian name means husband of Uma (goddess). And I learned that people keep changing a lot based on their circumstances. The person I am today is quite different from what I was a year ago.

I learned 2 things today via Emmettsgurl...Kouign Amanns and HIGAWM :P

Rib eyes caps are an actually product. Thanks james

Beyond burger is yummy. I changed a carnivour lover to add to the meal rotation :)

Vodka soda :) .... thanks Althena

Chef, does beyond burger taste like beef? I noticed that it's made with pea protein. So far everything that I've had with Lea protein in it is barely edible.

From what I understand it's peas and beets.  If you are a true vegan this will not cut it for you because from what I've watched on YouTube it's still cooked on the same conveyor belt as the regular meat so it Touches actual animal protein.   But if you're vegetarian it passes muster.

When I eat it I didn't even noticed any of the veggie taste it tasted like a burger. I even tricked a carnivore to try it and they didn't even know it was a veggie burger it's very soft pillowy like a burger and it kind a has a dark pink hue to mimic a medium well burger and with all the toppings it taste just like a regular burger with a charbroil to it. Hope you give it a try it's only here for a limited time and when you do let me know what you think.

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Oh hope you do and please share what you think ,)

Chef, thanks for the detailed description! It sound like its worth trying.

Yes,Chef is right,my freezer is stocked up with Beyond Burgers,I used to love hamburgers
and this is the closest I've had to actual beef.I tried Impossible Burger @ the Marriott
lounge and did not care for it,couldn't get past the smell.But definitely team BB.

I've had impossible too and feel beyond is better. I'm not a true vegan/veggie by no means, but like the option. Mom used to buy the make your own veggie patty from adding water to a Vege mix to make a mash, so it's come along way :)

Revenge is a dish best served at least once a week

... but Doordash won't deliver it for you.

Rick B... hahahahahahahahaha

Chef, both you & Ruby are right about Beyond burger. Even my husband thought it wasn't bad.

It almost tastes like a real burger!

Oh I'm glad he liked it. I like it as the video eluded, it offers more for both Vege and non Vege option at a franchise fast food joint. I prefer beyond over impossible. I've used beyond meats above 5 hrs for my chili's and both veg and non veg can't tell it was beyond. On occasion I'll buy Trader Joe's mock-balls when I make spaghetti and meatballs. Try sneaking that in and see if your husband can tell LOL

OK, I'll do that sometime, but he did notice the taste was off, but I told him that ahead of time. I won't next time.

"When Love Comes to Town" was written by U2, not BB King.

CDD: I think you mean "alluded", not eluded

Thanks Rick. My bad. You are right ;)

It really is good Kat,altho I made the mistake of stopping into Carl's Jr the other day
cause I remembered they have the BB now,and oh boy what a mistake that was,too
much sloppy sauce goin' on,the thing was a disaster and tasted just as bad.

Jackson Pollock's "Lucifer" is at Stanford!

Ruby, it is, but I still prefer the taste of real meat.

It's hard to eat a large burger without using lots of napkins! Carl's Jr. has amazing cross cut fries!

For fast food burgers, i like In N Out burgers the most.

Vegetarian chiming in... Hey, ya'll!  ;-)

Good to see ppl talking about the great BB - I sure wish In N Out would also get on board... Honestly, I way prefer the Impossible over BB, imo. Thoughts?

Thought? Oh boy here are my 2 cents :)

I've had both, Jeanie. I even made many trials using both to make Vege chili. My testers (fam, friends :) preferred the beyond meat in the chili. Same ingredients on both but different Vege-meats.

With the BB at Carl's, I think b/c it has the traditional loaded burger on it (iceberg lettuce, sliced tomato, onion, cheese, special sauce, soft buns) . The whole bite was close to a flame broiled beef burger, so in my thoughts, it's close.

Back in the dinosaur era, veggie burgers in our home was a mash of water and a canned dry mix. Which was mealy, but formed into patties and grilled. My mom woukd buy from a health food store to switch things up.,Those days their was no soy, tofu was not as abudont as it is now, nor the beyond/impossible meat concepts. So I think it's come a long way.

For those who want ppl to try the BB, don't tell them before hand so you can get a true review of it. Don't do what I did and watch them eat it and ask how it was lol. That's a sure way of giving it away it's a "special" burger lol.

I'm exploring the idea of going Vege and/or vegan for Lent. Last year I went gluten free for 6 weeks (lent). So this year I might do the Vege/Vegan way. But I'll see. It helps too to get support cuz it's hard to be around ppl who are carnivores.

Lent this year is Wed, Mar 6, 2019 – Thu, Apr 18, 2019

Howdy, Sweet CDD ;-)

Happy Sunday!

I hear ya! I'll have to try to make BB here at home and just add a bunch of different spices (maybe even a tad bit of liquid smoke) to it for an added boost of flavor! I pretty much just drooled imagining it. Maybe pop em on the trusty Foreman Grill for good measure.

I can imagine seeing the development of alternative protein forms from the beginning...  interesting you mention your mother. What a wonderful approach she had in changing it up, it's interesting you mention that because my mom did the same with my brother and I! I'm sure it influence my throwing in a vegetarian meal about once a week with the kids ever since they were tiny. They always loved it back then, so they're super open to eating anything that I eat and they actually enjoy everything I make here! (Definitely makes it easier) ... so in my case, I would definitely love to make the burgers and not tell them what it is, but they'd know already that I wouldn't be cooking meat. I don't expect them to change their habits, I always let them cook it on their own if that's what they want.

Would be nice when the price for these alternative proteins drop down a little bit, with the exception of tofu which is super cheap and convenient!

The rain is making my boys cranky AF

Hi Jeanie, yes make your own burger with the traditional burger toppings. If it's loaded with health toppings, the non meat pattie will play well. Try TJ's meatless meatballs with a tomato mariners over spaghetti squash "noodles" or regular spinach or tomato infused pasta.  My mom's spaghetti was so untraditional but for me it was my version of traditional. She would throw in mushrooms, green bell peppers ( no colored ones were available at that time ) and coined cut carrots with a jarred spaghetti sauce. At that time it was Ragu LOL These days there's a lot more alternatives and a lot of healthy swaps out there. I like looking towards Asian Food because I feel they have a lot more veggie versus meat ratios. But of course in the asian cultures I'm sure there are meat heavy dishes.  Can't wait to hear how your creation turns out.

Oh darn I just realize Lent is in eight days. I have to think of something to sacrifice for 40 days I was thinking of going vegan and/or vegetarian.  But I was mentioning it to my doctor and he says I should include at least one lean protein so I was thinking maybe chicken and fish what are your thoughts. He just said he doesn't want to affect my red blood count or white blood count especially during the cold and flu season.

Chef, listen to your Dr. As for vegan protein, lentils jVe lots of protein & fiber in them & tofu is a good source of protein. So are nuts & seeds.

Excuse the typos, it's hard to type on my phone with long nails.

Ya, dr says load up on beans and tofu. I'll go vegetarian for lent

Ditto and I also recommend pinto or black beans! You'll get an excellent source of dietary fibers, protein, B vitamins and many other important vitamins and minerals. There is good evidence that they can help reduce blood sugar, improve cholesterol levels and help maintain a healthy gut plus lots of natural gases! I love my beaners! Vegetarian beans in them Burritos yum yum

Thanks Octávio for sharing this information I just started a thread on this topic to help me get through the next six weeks. Wish me luck.  I'll need it:)

Sweet - good luck Chefs Daughter D lol

CDD - WOOOHOOO - Or should I say CHEEEHOOOO!! I'm so excited you decided to take on your personal vegetarian challenge! You know I'm in your corner with my vegetarian self!! You got this!!

Great pointers, Octavio! Correct! Are you vegetarian as well?

Hi JB, I finally placed a thread on my Lent challenge, so please please please feel free to comment there so I have a Daily contributing journal :) last year Gliten free was hard b/c honestly not too many gluten options but I did find pasta, noodles, bread and "flour" tortillas, crackers, cookies. But I had meats to enjoy. I've been mostly Vege but I knew I was not restricted. But since it's a complete no meatfor 6 weeks...that's the bigger challenge. I guess I better go in a meat coma by this Tuesday (Fat Tuesdsy) and become a saint starting Ash Wednesday till Easter.

Well you know - you know!! Lol

CDD and Jeanie I have but it's tough when you're all alone on this goal, especially when most of your friends are enjoying a beefy burrito in front of you!! Lol You just have to be tough and stay on track for your self although it does help having friends with the same vegetarian goals!! I got your back you two!! Lol

I'll grab whatever strength you blow my way.  Some of my friends and family are you taking the challenge  of no soda, no chocolate, no bread, or not raise their temper when it comes to their kids, but some have dedicated to exercise or walk every day or devote time to volunteering.

I hear you, Octavio. It can be a challenge for many when you're constantly surrounded... I'm in the exact same situation - I'm not only vegetarian I know... it seems at times ppl think you've gone batshit crazy for completely eliminating meat from your diet entirely just bc you spent the majority of a lifetime as an omni & it's all you grew to know.  Personally, for me - it's not an issue at all, other than getting semi grossed out whenever anyone around me eats it - but it's bc I'm totally content in my "why" for making the choice to change & I won't ever turn back.  That's how I keep going with it so easily.:-)

CDD - I'll check out your other thread! Good idea, my dear! I really love the ideas for Lent you & your friends came up with. All great stuff!! You will all accomplish your goals for Lent's duration ;-) xoxo

Many yelpers here are kind to share veggie tips--- THANK U :)

It's a pleasure to share with someone who genuinely wants to do something so positive!!

Jeanie I agreed with you!! You have to do it for your self, just keeping that promised strong!

^ Yes, indeedie, friend!!! Where there's a will, there's always a way :-)

Tesla is closing most of the car showrooms to cut the car costs.  That means if you want a S, 3, X or Y car, you have to order it.   There sb a push to bring S3XY back to the showroom.....   Justin Timberlake can be the spokes person...

Costco offers Chili in the food court

Forced small talk with other moms for two entire hours is exhausting- all I wanted to do was come home and eat pizza in my pj's

^^ Forced talk with unresponsive ppl is just as bad. Pizza and PJ's for any reason sounds good tho.

That my screen time is crazy! It has been 6 hours every day last week on an average!

Alzheimer's is no joke.

^ dealing with bad dementia spurts with my mom, CDD... They can last well into two weeks before they subside - I'm sorry... My grandfather had Alzheimer's, so I know all too well...

We need to live the hell outta each day - bc we never know - sending love to you!!

That the NCAA is as fixed as ever

Jennifer López will be at the SAP, SJ on Thursday, 6/13

Mabel shot Woody.

I learned what is a broodle fight.

Learned that Workday is a slave labor and employees are imprisoned in their facilities.

I learned you only get one registration sticker for your license plate. I guess I never realized it be it's been years since I've had to put one on.

Learned never to step foot into Sushi confidential. Wooooooorsssttt

That birth control pills can really fuck up a woman's body.

I took two different generic versions of Yaz to control heavy & irregular periods & now I'm STILL bleeding heavily 19 days later straight!

Wtf? Ladies, do not take that crap! I did my research to late & found out that a lot of women continued to get their period for a year or more!

Stopping it won't help in some cases. At least not for me. It might take me 2-3 months to detox from this toxin!

My gynecologist told me to stop taking them then blamed it on my fibroids after an Ultrasound.

I never ever had a period that lasted longer than 5 days ever until I took those pills! I've spent hundreds of $ without insurance to get treatment since then, ugh!

My friend recommended it & it worked for her, but not me! Don't take that risk! Now I'll need to get a biopsy & more shit done to stop this!

I'm now taking meds to reduce the bleeding. Ugh!!!!

Interesting. I wish I knew why some men want to become women. Being a woman is hard at times. There nothing wrong with a man who wants to become female IMHO.

Even if your parked car is hit-airbags can still deploy

I learned how to survey elevations using a laser

Do we learn new things every day?

I love Pea sprouts as a side didh

Celibate priest claims straight marrieds who restrict themselves to intercourse have better communication- fatherjerabek.com/2019/0… He claims that couples who have um, more variety, have a "failure to communicate." This was more of a WTF? moment.

He seems to undermine his own argument-
1)He claims marrieds need to have good, honest communication about sex, and care about each other's needs. Great point.
2)Then he says "intercourse only",everything else verboten. WTF?

Chefs Daughter D. you're only responsible for like 50% of the threads. Perhaps if you start 10 more you can get the monopoly you're clearly after