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Articles by Anna Kang
Inter-individual variability in pain perception and sensitivity responses to low-load exercise with an absolute or relative blood flow restriction pressure
Our aim was to determine whether pain and hypoalgesic responses to low-load resistance exercise with two different (absolute vs. relative) pressure methods of blood flow restriction (LL-BFR) show true inter-individual variability. Eighty-two healthy adults [21 (3) years] completed two randomized cycles of LL-BFR and time-matched seated rest (control).
What Is Takamine Whiskey And Why Is It So Unique?
A new whiskey has been delighting spirits experts with its unique flavor profile: the Takamine whiskey. The alcohol stands out from other whiskeys (and whiskys) for a number of reasons — one being the way it is produced. Takamine whiskey is fermented with koji, a mold that's been a beloved ingredient in Japan for centuries and, more recently, by chefs in the U.S. and beyond.
Oreo Flavors You'll Sadly Never Get To Try Again
Nabisco is not afraid of experimenting with its Oreo flavors. Since 1912, the snack food company has created so many different variations of its beloved chocolate sandwich cookie, including holiday-themed and limited-edition flavors, mystery flavors, a version branded by streetwear label Supreme, and even glittery Oreos.
You Are (Not) Small Book Review
age 2+ Snuggly, fun picture book about sizing the world up. Parents need to know that You Are (Not) Small is a cute, lightweight picture book with friendly characters, a humorous tone, and a gentle message about what makes something seem big or small. The text is simple, as are the pudgy little creatures that make this fun for kids and adults alike. a lot Being big or being small is a matter of perspective, not value. Showing examples is a good way to solve a debate.
That's (Not) Mine Book Review
age 2+ Funny twist on sharing (or not) is great for little kids. Parents need to know that That's (Not) Mine is the second (Not) book by Anna Kang and illustrated by Christopher Weyant. The first, You Are (Not) Small, was named an ALA Notable Book and won the Theoddor Seuss Geisel Award in 2015. This one features the same two furry characters who are learning about (not) sharing. It's lighthearted and fun, especially for young kids and beginning readers.
I Am (Not) Scared Book Review
age 3+ Two scaredy bears who face their fears are relatably funny. Parents need to know that I Am (Not) Scared by husband-and-wife team Anna Kang and Christopher Weyant brings back the fuzzy bear friends they introduced in You Are (Not) Small and That's (Not) Mine. In this one, two bears who are considering going on a wild, scary roller coaster admit their fears to each other, go on the coaster despite their fears, and end up having a good time.
Ina Garten Is Serving This Summery Cocktail For The 4th Of July
Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/July 1, 2022 2:13 pm EDT The 4th of July is a time when people all over America get together with friends and family to relax while chowing down on delicious spreads in backyards, parks, and beaches.
How One Texas Brewery Is Making Hot Dog-Flavored Hard Seltzer
By Anna Kang/July 1, 2022 11:49 am EDT Sunny skies and higher temperatures have us reaching for hard seltzers and craving hot dogs fresh from the grill. The beverage is so popular that there is a wide variety of types that we recommend for your sipping pleasure this summer. And who doesn't like a good hot dog? Americans sure can't get enough of this classic. In fact, you may be surprised just how many hot dogs are consumed in the U.S. on the 4th of July alone.
Why Honest Tea Fans May Want To Buy In Bulk
Santhosh Varghese/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/May 24, 2022 2:54 pm EDT A good cup of tea is a welcome way to start the day or unwind in the evening, and different types, like peppermint and mugicha, can boost your health with various nutrients and antioxidants. Whether it's for enjoyment or well-being, tea is a popular beverage, particularly among Americans. According to a study by the Tea Association of the U.S.A. Inc, over 159 million people across the country drink tea on any given day.
Dunkin' Wants You To Show Your True Colors On The Court With Puma Collab
When will the new Puma x Dunkin' shoes be available? The special Puma x Dunkin' sneakers will launch on Dunkin' Iced Coffee Day — May 25, 2022 — and can be found at Puma's NYC flagship location and Dick's Sporting Goods stores, per a press release sent to Tasting Table.
New Seinfeld Coffee Blends Were Inspired By Your Favorite Characters
Everett Collection/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/May 17, 2022 1:52 pm EDT It's no secret that Americans love coffee. A 2021 survey from Statista revealed that the morning pick-me-up is actually the most consumed beverage among adults living in the U.S., with 59% of the 5,700 participants saying they drink it regularly. Java aficionados tend to have favorite roasts, blends, and types — out of the many different kinds available — but of course there is always something new brewing in the coffee world.
Is It Safe To Put Parchment Paper In An Air Fryer?
By Anna Kang/May 6, 2022 7:30 pm EDT Whether it's for something sweet or savory, you can use an air fryer to cook, reheat, or crisp up many different foods. The kitchen appliance is relatively easy and straightforward to operate, which is why it's popular among cooking pros and amateurs alike, but there are definitely mistakes to avoid and best practices for an optimal experience. So you might be wondering: Is it OK to place parchment paper into an air fryer?
The Best Way To Seal Chip Bags Without A Clip
As seen in a Reddit video, you can close a bag of chips with a simple folding trick: First, lay the bag on a table or flat surface and remove any excess air out. Then, from the open side, take one corner and fold it down diagonally towards the center of the bag. While keeping the folded corner down, fold the other corner of the bag over it and flatten both folds down.
The Absolute Best Ways To Reheat A Burger
By Anna Kang/April 17, 2022 11:55 am EDT Chowing down on a juicy burger hot off the grill is a delight, but eating one the day after? Not so much. A cold burger can taste quite stale, and reheating it can lead to mixed results, like a bun that's rock hard from overheating while the patty is still cold in the middle. But that doesn't mean you have to give up trying to enjoy your leftover burgers.
Is There A Real Difference Between Marmite And Vegemite?
Sheila Fitzgerald/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/April 15, 2022 7:45 pm EDT To the untrained eye (or palate), Marmite and Vegemite might seem interchangeable. After all, they're both dark spreads made from brewer's yeast extract that lends a savory umami flavor, meaning both work well as a soy sauce substitute. You can find both in their signature yellow-lidded glass jars with labels of red and yellow.
The Deceptive Way A Luxury Chocolate Bar Was Nearly Used In World War II
Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/April 10, 2022 2:45 pm EDT A nice piece of chocolate can be a welcome pick-me-up after a long day (though some brands are better than others). In fact, according to NBC News, the treat is known to trigger a release of feel-good dopamine in your brain. That might be why it's been enjoyed all over the world for thousands of years since the Mayans first started consuming it in ancient Mesoamerica.
New Bill Is Giving Struggling Restaurants Hope For The Future
Tirachard Kumtanom/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/April 8, 2022 1:32 pm EDT A financial lifeline could be on its way for restaurants struggling to recoup losses sustained as a result of COVID-19 and its impact on the foodservice industry.
Signs Your Pineapple Has Gone Bad
By Anna Kang/April 7, 2022 8:59 am EDT Pineapples are not the easiest fruit to cut into unless you use this handy TikTok hack. However, the juicy, sweet yet tart, and golden fruit inside is certainly worth the effort. Today, pineapples are affordable and widely enjoyed, but there was once a time when the tropical treat was a rare delicacy only the rich could afford.
Tesco Is Telling Shoppers Not To Worry About Dirty Produce
By Anna Kang/April 1, 2022 2:16 pm EDT It goes without saying that shoppers like their produce to look fresh. After all, grocery stores in the United States even go out of their way to spray their fruits and vegetables so customers will be more likely to purchase them. But have you ever seen a supermarket encourage its patrons to buy up dirty-looking produce? This might seem out of the ordinary, but that's precisely what Tesco is doing.
Why Does Expensive Pasta Taste So Much Better?
Wirestock Creators/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/March 31, 2022 9:27 pm EDT When you want to please a crowd, pasta is a great option — as long as you avoid common pasta mistakes. Plus, it's easy to make in bulk and can suit a range of vegetarian and other special diets. Though many brands are affordable, you may have heard chefs and other personalities sing the praises of more expensive pasta varieties. When you really want to impress your guests, is it worth splurging extra dollars on a fancier brand?
Trader Joe's New Chocolate Bar Comes Packed With A Popular Cookie
Ala Shauratskaya/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/March 25, 2022 2:29 pm EDT Following the release of new products like Florentine Lasagna, tteokbokki, Vegan Buffalo Dip, and Cinna-Dragons comes the latest from Trader Joe's: the Pinks & Whites Dark Chocolate Bar.
Burger King's First Fully Vegan Location Is Officially Open
Deutschlandreform/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/March 14, 2022 5:48 pm EDT Eating vegan has gone way beyond being just a fad. There are different reasons why people want to make the switch to a vegan diet, whether it's for the health benefits or to lower their negative impact on the environment. To accommodate customers' dietary preferences, restaurants are adapting menus to include more plant-based options — or, in the case of Burger King, changing a location to go all vegan.
Why Some Restaurants Are Pulling Lobster From Their Menu
CTHB/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/March 14, 2022 4:27 pm EDT You probably wouldn't call lobster a bargain meal. But prices for the succulent shellfish have skyrocketed to the point that some restaurants have thrown in the towel and taken it off their menus. In 2021, SeafoodSource reports the average price per pound for lobster was $6.71, almost $2 higher than that of the previous year. You might think this price jump stems from a shortage, but the supply of this crustacean has been going strong.
The Truth About The Rarest Pasta In The Entire World
By Anna Kang/March 12, 2022 2:30 pm EST We all have our favorite types of pasta, but there are actually over 300 kinds of this Italian staple and you'd be surprised at how different they all are when it comes to shape, texture, filling, and accompanying sauce. But there is one pasta so rare that only a small number of people have ever tried it. Why? To start, it's only produced in Lulu, a village near the city of Nuoro in Sardinia.
What Is Takamine Whiskey And Why Is It So Unique
Cagkan Sayin/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/March 6, 2022 5:55 pm EST A new whiskey has been delighting spirits experts with its unique flavor profile: the Takamine whiskey. The alcohol stands out from other whiskeys (and whiskys) for a number of reasons — one being the way it is produced. Takamine whiskey is fermented with koji, a mold that's been a beloved ingredient in Japan for centuries and, more recently, by chefs in the U.S. and beyond.
This Popular Swiss Cheese Was Named The Best In The World For 2022
Mehmet Cetin/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/March 4, 2022 12:02 pm EST The jury's out on this year's best cheese in the world and out of all the delicious and unique cheese out there, it's a Gruyère from Switzerland. The winning entry, dubbed the Gourmino Le Gruyère AOP, has taken first place for the second consecutive time at the World Championship Cheese Contest in Wisconsin (via The Guardian).
The Best Ways To Keep Honey Fresh
Kirill_d/Shutterstock By Anna Kang/March 1, 2022 10:31 am EDT The versatility of honey makes it a must-have item in any kitchen. But whether you're using it as the star ingredient for a recipe like delicious honey cake or as a subtle sugar substitute in your teas, coffees, marinades, or baked treats, you absolutely need to store it properly so it lasts longer and keeps tasting great. The first step to preserving honey the right way is to pick the right container.
Swedish Plant-Based Cooking Expert Shares Tips For The Holidays And Beyond
Therese, or Thess, Elgquist is a food blogger, cookbook author and plant-based culinary expert based ... [+] in Sweden. Agnes Maltesdotter Plant-based eating is not the same as being vegan, according to Therese Elgquist, a food blogger, recipe creator and culinary expert who is a prominent voice for the plant-based movement in Sweden, her home country.
Social Gastronomy Movement Summit Returns In Celebration Of World Food Day
SGM's Universal Plate campaign has the goal of serving a total of one million meals around the world ... [+] during the span of the summit. Social Gastronomy Movement The Social Gastronomy Movement (SGM) will be bringing back its global summit this year. The three-day event, running from October 15 to 17, will coincide with World Food Day.
The Power List 2019: Kim Malek
Salt & Straw Bringing small-batch ice cream to a big stage Anna Kang | Mar 09, 2021 The annual NRN Power List is the definitive list of people setting foodservice trends today and shaping them for tomorrow. See the full list >> Kim Malek, co-founder, Salt & Straw Since Kim Malek co-founded Salt & Straw in 2011, the Portland, Ore.-based artisanal ice cream has experienced impressive unit growth, earning it Nation’s Restaurant News’ recognition as a Breakout Brand in 2017.
The Lucy Apple: A New Red-Fleshed Variety That Tastes Like Honeycrisp With A Hint Of Berries
The Lucy Rose has a red skin and is part Honeycrisp and part Airlie Red. Baldor Specialty Foods Take a walk down the produce aisle at your local supermarket, and you’ll likely see an abundance of apples. The U.S. is the with an output of around 4.8 million metric tons during the 2019/2020 crop year. China and the European Union are first and second, respectively. In fact, the apple is one of the most produced fruits here, ranking second behind grapes but ahead of oranges.
When A Meat Distributor Opens A Restaurant, There’s Higher-Quality Beef At Lower Prices
J-Spec is the first restaurant from Tomoe Food Services, a meat wholesale distributor based in the ... [+] Bronx, New York. J-Spec J-Spec, a new addition to New York City’s dining scene, is a wagyu lover’s dream. The East Village spot serves premium cuts of the prized Japanese beef at a fraction of the average price you’ll find on the menu at any restaurant in Manhattan.
Irvins Wants To Bring Salted Egg Chips & Salmon Skins To A Store Near You
Irvins launched its U.S. e-commerce website in October. Irvins Salted Egg Salted duck egg yolk and potato chips might seem like an unlikely pairing to most Americans, but Irvins Salted Egg is working hard to change that. This rich, salty and crunchy flavor combination is actually the key to the brand’s global success. Irvins seasons all of its snacks with salted duck egg yolk—an ingredient commonly used in Asian countries such as Indonesia, China and Singapore, where the company is based.
New York City Restaurants Continue To Get Creative As They Face A Potential Indoor Dining Shutdown
Lil' Sweet Chick introduced breakfast service for the first time in October. Lil' Sweet Chick Restaurants throughout the country are bracing themselves for a rough winter as concerns for public health and safety could lead to further restrictions on an industry that’s already been hard hit since March. Operators in New York City, where restaurants can currently seat guests at 25% capacity indoors with a 10 p.m. curfew on dine-in service, fear they will have to close their interior spaces again.
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Launches New Boozy Holiday Ice Cream With Salt & Straw
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is taking on his holiday persona “Dwanta Claus” again to release another new ice cream flavor. The actor and businessman recently announced the details of his latest collaboration with Salt & Straw on social media. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as "Dwanta Claus" for his latest collaboration with Salt & Straw Hiram Garcia This year’s special flavor is Dwanta’s Teremana Spiked Eggnog, a boozy ice cream version of the classic holiday drink.
Why Táche’s Pistachio Milk Is Poised To Disrupt The Plant-Based Industry
For Roxana Saidi, founder and CEO of Táche, pistachios have always been a staple in her life. “Being that my father is an immigrant from the Middle East, I grew up with pistachios in my household at all times,” she says. But it wasn’t until 2015 that the Iranian American entrepreneur got the idea to make a product from the nut she had enjoyed since she was a child. While traveling abroad with her family in Paris, Saidi saw that almond milk was not readily available.
New Zealand’s The Caker Brings Luxury Cake Kits To The U.S.
Jordan Rondel founded the Caker in 2010 in Auckland, New Zealand. The Caker Boxed cake mixes don’t have the most glamorous reputation, and that’s precisely why Jordan and Anouk Rondel think the Caker stands out. The two sisters have expanded the baking business from their hometown of Auckland, New Zealand to Los Angeles with the goal of introducing consumers stateside to their own special brand of at-home luxury cake-making.
Kimika Cofounder On New York City’s Return To Indoor Dining And Japanese-Italian Cuisine
Kimika is a new Japanese-Italian restaurant that opened in New York City's Nolita in August. Nicole Franzen New York City restaurants are opening their doors for indoor dining today for the first time since March. This move will be reassessed if the Covid-19 infection rate in the city averages 3% for seven days (it recently spiked to a daily average of 3.25%), but for now, New Yorkers can begin to dine inside again.
Five Chefs Make Their Own Version Of American Pie For ‘Fargo’ Season 4
Chefs Marcus Samuelsson, Daniela Soto-Innes, Einat Admony, Nyesha Arrington and Alisa Reynolds ... [+] contributed pie recipes for these kits. FX In celebration of the fourth season of Fargo, five chefs have put their own spin on the quintessential American pie for a special kit fans can win online at FargoFlavors.com. Chris Rock stars in the new season of Fargo. FX The latest installment of the critically acclaimed anthology series from FX debuted on September 27.
Tyler, The Creator Releases New Flavor With Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
Pluto Bleu is the second collaboration between Tyler, the Creator and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams A new flavor has arrived at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, and it has a musical touch. Tyler, the Creator has teamed up with the ice cream chain to create Pluto Bleu. The limited-time offer is the second creation between Jeni’s and Golf Le Fleur, the Grammy award-winning artist’s unique style of sneakers (a collaboration with shoe brand Converse).
Supporting Black-Owned Businesses Should Be More Than Just A Trend
Comfort LA co-founders Mark Walker (left) and Jeremy McBride (right) outside their restaurant Comfort LA Since May, the Black Lives Matter protests have sparked national discussions on racial justice and caused people across the U.S. to become more aware of the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses.
世界初のカーボンネガティブ蒸留酒、CO2から作るウォッカ
ニューヨークのスタートアップ「エア・カンパニー（Air Company）」は2020年8月26日、「エア・ウォッカ（Air Vodka）」の小売り販売を正式に開始した。併せて、エア・ウォッカが購入できるeコマースプラットフォームも立ち上げた。このウォッカは、同社にとって初の一般消費者向け商品だが、数あるウォッカブランドの中でもひときわ注目を集めている。なぜなら、エア・ウォッカは気候変動と戦うウォッカだからだ。 エア・ウォッカの原材料はたった2つ。二酸化炭素（CO2）と水だ。通常のウォッカの製造工程を考えれば、不思議なまでにシンプルだ。ウォッカを製造するときはたいてい、糖質かでんぷん質が含まれた原材料を発酵させてから、蒸留してアルコール濃度を高める。 一方、エア・カンパニーの新しいウォッカは、異なる製造工程を経て作られる。同社では、太陽光発電による再生可能エネルギーを活用した、独自の特許製法が用いられているのだ。...
6 Ice Cream Brands With Bold New Flavors You Can Order Right To Your Door
Scoop's newest flavors are Black Sesame, Taro, Classic Milk Tea and Passion Fruit, from left to ... [+] right. Scoop by Spot The ice cream market is bustling with new and interesting flavors that are available for nationwide shipping. Selling through direct-to-consumer and retail channels may be a lifeline for ice cream shops who are struggling with decreased sales due to measures set on the food industry in order to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
From CO2 To Vodka: Air Company Launches World’s First Carbon-Negative Spirit
Using a patented distillation system, Air Company converts carbon dioxide from the atmosphere into ... [+] ethanol for its Air Vodka. Air Company Air Company officially released its Air Vodka for retail with the launch of its online e-commerce platform on August 26. The sipping vodka, the startup’s first consumer product, stands out from other vodka brands because it’s fighting climate change. Air Vodka is only made with two ingredients: carbon dioxide (CO2) and water.
Inside World Of Wine, Portugal’s Latest Tourist Destination
World of Wine overlooks Porto and the Douro River in Portugal. World of Wine World of Wine (WOW), one of the largest tourism attractions to launch in Europe this year, debuted last month in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal. True to its name, the project is a wine lover’s dream, and its location is already in an area that brings in oenophiles from across the globe each year.
Marco Sweets & Spices Cofounders On Pushing The Boundaries Of Ice Cream
Marco Sweets & Spices is a new direct-to-consumer ice cream brand. Marco Sweets & Spices For those who have an adventurous palate (and perhaps wanderlust), Luke Christianson and Avery Henderson have created a new ice cream brand with globally-inspired flavors: Marco Sweets & Spices.
Black-Owned Syrup Company’s Sales Jump 78% After Aunt Jemima Brand Retirement
The recipe for syrups from Michele Foods comes from America Washington, a freed slave in the late ... [+] 1800s. Anna Kang After over 35 years of making syrup through her company Michele Foods in South Holland, Illinois, founder and CEO Michele Hoskins found herself at an impasse.
The X Pot Redefines Chinese Hot Pot With Robot Servers And 5D Projections
Robots will do the serving at the X Pot. The X Pot Las Vegas is home to a new kind of hot pot experience, complete with fine-dining-worthy ingredients, stunning 5D projections and robots. In recent years, this Chinese approach to dipping various ingredients, such as meat, seafood, noodles and vegetables, in flavorful broths has become more prominent in the U.S., thanks to heavy hitters like international chain Haidilao.
Golden Ratio: The New Coffee That Tastes Like Tea
Golden Ratio features gold coffee that tastes similar to tea. Golden Ratio Can’t decide between coffee or tea? Golden Ratio lets you experience both in one cup. The creation of this new tea-like coffee started from Clark Nowlin’s inability to enjoy regular coffee while out on the road.
You should never order Kobe beef at an American steakhouse. Here's why
Shutterstock By Anna Kang/July 15, 2020 11:27 am EDT Kobe beef is considered a delicacy for its taste, quality, and marbling, but there are actually a few reasons why you should be skeptical if you see it on the menu at the steakhouse you're dining out at. Chances are it's not really Kobe beef. To understand how restaurants get by with not actually serving real Kobe beef, you first have to know more details about this prized meat.
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