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Tomatillos and the Flavor Maximizing Power of Heat
From smoky salsa verde to summer’s best stone fruits, this week is all about bringing out the bold flavors of the season.
Aug 10
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Smoked, Mashed, and Magical: Baingan Bharta
Here’s a collection of smart, science-backed kitchen hacks for cooking with eggplant—whether you're roasting, frying, grilling, or storing them.
Aug 3
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Smoked, Mashed, and Magical: Baingan Bharta
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July 2025
Live Chat: Nik Sharma & Sami Tamimi
We chat about Sami’s soulful new book Boustany, the dishes that sustain him, and the lived beauty of Palestine—stories of resilience, joy, and…
Jul 28
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Live Chat: Nik Sharma & Sami Tamimi
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The Recipes We Carry
What I’ve been cooking (and craving), why Boustany by Sami Tamimi moved me, and how you can win a copy. Plus: Substack Live this week!
Jul 27
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Live Chat & Boustany Giveaway! This Sunday
Join me and Sami Tamimi live this Sunday, and enter the book giveaway.
Jul 25
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This Sunday: A Flavorful Live Chat with Sami Tamimi on Boustany
Join me as I host Sami this Sunday for a special Substack Live!
Jul 23
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Apricots, But Make It Science, Nostalgia, and a Cake You’ll Probably Gatekeep
Including enzyme hacks, natural pectin tips, and A JAM that makes your fridge feel like a vacation.
Jul 20
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Apricots, But Make It Science, Nostalgia, and a Cake You’ll Probably Gatekeep
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🔥 From Fire to Ice: Tandoori Grilled Carrots + the Granita I Can’t Stop Scraping
Smoky, spiced carrots that hold their own on the grill—and a coconut-lychee granita that tastes like vacation. One hot, one cool, both absolutely worth…
Jul 13
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🔥 From Fire to Ice: Tandoori Grilled Carrots + the Granita I Can’t Stop Scraping
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Bonus Video: Master Tandoori Lamb with Me!
Watch me show how easy it is to cook this restaurant-worthy recipe at home.
Jul 9
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Bonus Video: Master Tandoori Lamb with Me!
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Tandoori Isn’t a Spice Blend
Everything you need to know about tandoori marinades—plus the lamb recipe I make when I want people to hover.
Jul 6
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Tandoori Isn’t a Spice Blend
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June 2025
Secrets of the Tandoor: What You Won’t Learn at Your Local Takeout
Why naan isn’t homemade in India and how you can recreate tandoori flavor without the clay oven.
Jun 29
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Secrets of the Tandoor: What You Won’t Learn at Your Local Takeout
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The Smart Cook’s Guide to Freezing Food (Without Ruining It)
How to freeze proteins, veggies, and flavor-packed sauces the right way—plus a smoky salsa macha and a weeknight dish you’ll crave again and again 🔥
Jun 22
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The Smart Cook’s Guide to Freezing Food (Without Ruining It)
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