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Mar 08, 2023
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5 min 577 words 56 comments 65 likes podcast (4 min)
Scott Alexander reviews the second issue of Asterisk magazine, which focuses on food-related topics in rationalist and effective altruist contexts. Longer summary
Scott Alexander reviews the second issue of Asterisk, a rationalist/effective altruist magazine focused on food. He provides brief summaries of various articles in the issue, including reviews of books on animal justice, critiques of the Green Revolution, discussions on plant-based meat, tofu in America, nutrition misinformation, and cultivated meat. He also mentions articles on pandemic prediction, feeding the world during nuclear winter, animal welfare, and oral rehydration therapy. Scott praises the magazine and its team, encouraging readers to subscribe. Shorter summary
Feb 26, 2021
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23 min 3,157 words 284 comments 71 likes podcast (20 min)
Scott Alexander reviews plant-based meat dishes from eight Bay Area restaurants, evaluating how well they mimic animal products in taste and texture. Longer summary
Scott Alexander reviews eight Bay Area restaurants offering plant-based meat dishes. He evaluates each establishment based on how well their vegetarian options resemble animal products, focusing on taste and texture rather than subtle flavors. The review covers a range of cuisines including American, Chinese, barbecue, and Thai, highlighting standout dishes and disappointing experiences. Scott concludes with recommendations for those new to plant-based meat options. Shorter summary