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Feb 28Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

That hummus situation is gorgeous! Also, I've felt too haunted by my vague memory of the Anne Hathaway movie version of 'One Day' to try the new series but you've inspired me to give it a go.

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Feb 29Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

If you like smooth hummus (as I do), you MUST, MUST peel your chickpeas! II know, it’s an extra step in an otherwise simple process, but it’s the difference between smooth hummus and the vaguely chunky stuff.

This article explains why, but don’t individually peel your chickpeas: https://thetakeout.com/best-homemade-hummus-recipe-how-to-peel-chickpeas-first-1850686247

Instead, use the method described here: https://www.kyleecooks.com/how-to-remove-the-shells-from-chickpeas/

Trust me on this one. You’ll never go back to the old way!

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Feb 29Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

Hi! Thank you so much for shouting out the Cherry Bombe baking podcast I host, She's My Cherry Pie! I adored talking to Elizabeth, who is indeed a cake decorating whisperer and I, too, was lucky enough to taste her shortbread . . . yum.

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So fun seeing your name here, Jessie! Thanks for commenting, love the podcast.

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Thank you Jenny! and OMG: One Day - thank you for the rec . . . I love it and, like you, am obsessed with the music . . .

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Feb 29Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

Glad to learn we are UWS neighbors, if I understand correctly that you enjoy dining at our neighborhood legacy place, Barney Greengrass.

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Feb 29Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

Jenny, have you read Carl Safina’s book “Alfie and Me”? It’s an incredible story. He lives in my town (out east on LI) and he gave a beautiful talk at our local Audubon society meeting

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I have not, but his essay really makes me want to.

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Feb 28Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

If you can, listen to This Is Happiness on audio. Outstanding!! Now in my top 5 books ever...

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Feb 28Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

I thoroughly enjoyed this read ❤️🩷

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Flaco!! I had missed this story completely, so inspiring. Amoh and that Green Hummus Plate!!

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The hummus looks so delicious!!

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Feb 27Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

preordering the book from my favorite bookseller, Bronx River Books. Very excited to add to my Rosenstrach bookshelf!

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Feb 27Liked by Jenny Rosenstrach

That hummus is seriously making my mouth water!! Just pre-ordered the book... YUUUUUM!

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oh, yes, This is Happiness - so oddly low key and so beautiful...

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