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  1. Comment on UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pitches mandatory national service at eighteen in ~news

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    This was my assessment as well. It feels like they are announcing policies that they know they won't have to implement. In the hope that it sways a few more voters their way and they retain a...

    This was my assessment as well. It feels like they are announcing policies that they know they won't have to implement. In the hope that it sways a few more voters their way and they retain a couple more seats in parliament.

    5 votes

  2. Comment on I'm gonna be a dad! in ~life.men

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    The best advice I got was - listen to all of the baby advice you get, understand why that person is giving it to you, and then ignore about 80% of it. Your baby will be unique, your circumstances...

    The best advice I got was - listen to all of the baby advice you get, understand why that person is giving it to you, and then ignore about 80% of it. Your baby will be unique, your circumstances are unique. What works for one family in one context may not work for you.

    Oh and stay off anything like Mumsnet. It's toxic.

    5 votes

  3. Comment on Does anyone here have experience/opinions on induction hotplates? in ~food

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    It sounds like you either need a stainless steel pan or a carbon steel pan. Stainless (with an aluminium core) will conduct heat really well which will mitigate the hot spot problem. But they are...

    It sounds like you either need a stainless steel pan or a carbon steel pan.

    Stainless (with an aluminium core) will conduct heat really well which will mitigate the hot spot problem. But they are not very non-stick (which can be a good thing if you're cooking meats).

    Carbon steel will let you build up a non stick surface and will conduct heat better than a cast iron, but not as well as a stainless steel pan.

    Both will be much lighter than cast iron.

    Relevant YouTube video: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=yX4hXnyfozo

    1 vote

  4. Comment on Chef knife recommendations? in ~food

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    Too add to this, the thing that has had the most impact on my enjoyment of knives is the handle design. Having a great blade is no fun if the handle doesn't fit your hand well. I wouldn't...

    Too add to this, the thing that has had the most impact on my enjoyment of knives is the handle design. Having a great blade is no fun if the handle doesn't fit your hand well.

    I wouldn't recommend buying an expensive knife you've not seen in person.

    1 vote

  5. Comment on Why are people weird around babies? in ~talk

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    I can't say anything about people wanting to bite babies... But I can offer a comment focusing on the emotional response aspect. When I see parents with young children it reminds me of the time I...

    I can't say anything about people wanting to bite babies... But I can offer a comment focusing on the emotional response aspect.

    When I see parents with young children it reminds me of the time I had with my own. It's a very emotionally charged period, so it's possible that some of that energy just leaks out. I'm definitely more open about that energy with people that I know well, but will keep it contained with strangers.

    16 votes

  6. Comment on Travel kit in ~food

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    I do have an aeropress, and I love it. It's going into a separate bag for space reasons so didn't make it into this list. Is not heard about the travel version, I'll go have a look, thanks for the...

    I do have an aeropress, and I love it. It's going into a separate bag for space reasons so didn't make it into this list.

    Is not heard about the travel version, I'll go have a look, thanks for the pointer.

  7. Comment on Travel kit in ~food

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    That's a really good idea. Thanks

    That's a really good idea. Thanks

    1 vote

  8. Comment on Travel kit in ~food

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    Honestly, like you I find the fact that it exists amusing. Buy to try and give a more sensible answer. I don't follow the ISO when making my own tea, but I'm glad that it exists for social science...

    Honestly, like you I find the fact that it exists amusing. Buy to try and give a more sensible answer. I don't follow the ISO when making my own tea, but I'm glad that it exists for social science reasons. Those sciences struggle with replication and anything that helps with that I see as a positive.

    2 votes

  9. Comment on Travel kit in ~food

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    Swiss army knife is a great shout. I wish I could add a good pan, but I'm trying to get everything into a single old briefcase so I'm space constrained.

    Swiss army knife is a great shout. I wish I could add a good pan, but I'm trying to get everything into a single old briefcase so I'm space constrained.

    5 votes

  10. Comment on Travel kit in ~food

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    Thanks for the link, it reminded me to add a probe thermometer. However, I am now very jealous of the peli case...

    Thanks for the link, it reminded me to add a probe thermometer.

    However, I am now very jealous of the peli case...

    4 votes

  11. Travel kit

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    I'm trying to put together a small amount of kitchen equipment that I can take with me when we travel. And I'm looking for suggestions. I've been stung by holiday let kitchens before missing...

    I'm trying to put together a small amount of kitchen equipment that I can take with me when we travel. And I'm looking for suggestions. I've been stung by holiday let kitchens before missing seemingly small but essential items.

    So far I've got:

    • Digital scales
    • Good sized chopping board
    • Sharp knife + sharpening stone
    • Peeler
    • Tongs
    • Measuring spoons
    • Small jars of salt, sugar, and oil
    • Coffee grinder (yes it is essential)

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    • Swiss army knife
    • Probe thermometer

    Any recommendations on other things you've missed in holiday houses before?

    21 votes

  12. Comment on What did you recently do in your hobby that you're proud of? in ~hobbies

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    I used something called 'FS Premium 39H Blue'. But there were a few companies to chose from and this particular product is just one companies version of high density sofa cushion foam, so shop...

    I used something called 'FS Premium 39H Blue'. But there were a few companies to chose from and this particular product is just one companies version of high density sofa cushion foam, so shop around. Our cushions have zips so resealing wasn't an issue for us.

    1 vote

  13. Comment on What is some life advice that has stuck with you throughout the years? in ~life

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    One that I keep coming back to is: "A relationship is supposed to make you happy. If it isn't, something needs to change." Sometimes you have to think long and hard about what it is that needs to...

    One that I keep coming back to is:

    "A relationship is supposed to make you happy. If it isn't, something needs to change."

    Sometimes you have to think long and hard about what it is that needs to change, it could be you and your behaviours, your partner or their behaviours, etc. but the end message is don't accept an unhappy relationship try and fix it, and if that doesn't work, end it.

    44 votes

  14. Comment on What did you recently do in your hobby that you're proud of? in ~hobbies

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    Two things to bring up. I just finished building myself a woodworking bench in the garage. I drew up my own plans for it, and it very almost matches them. The back cushions on our sofa were...

    Two things to bring up.

    1. I just finished building myself a woodworking bench in the garage. I drew up my own plans for it, and it very almost matches them.
    2. The back cushions on our sofa were beginning to collapse. I bought some foam online to add to the back cushions in an attempt to re-enforce them. It worked perfectly. I'm probably going to replace the seat foam at some point because they are starting to sag. Hopefully it will save me having to buy a new sofa.
    7 votes

  15. Comment on What are some of your favorite cheap, easy and healthy recipes? in ~food

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    I'm interested in that Biriani recipie, and will take you up on the offer to type it up if that's ok.

    I'm interested in that Biriani recipie, and will take you up on the offer to type it up if that's ok.

  16. Comment on Why did you select your username for Tildes? in ~tildes

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    I really like tea, and it turns our there is an internationally agreed correct way to make it: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_3103

    I really like tea, and it turns our there is an internationally agreed correct way to make it: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISO_3103

    18 votes

  17. Looking for food related YouTube channel recommendations

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    I've really enjoyed Kenji's channel as I find it informative and not oversensationalised like the vast majority of food YouTube channels. Are there any others that have got that magic mix of...

    I've really enjoyed Kenji's channel as I find it informative and not oversensationalised like the vast majority of food YouTube channels.

    Are there any others that have got that magic mix of giving the food science and practicality, while avoiding the clickbait and sensationalism stereotype?

    33 votes

  18. Comment on What is your least used piece of kitchen equipment / what do you "regret" buying? in ~food

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    My immersion blender gets used to make mayonnaise more often than is healthy. Home made garlic mayo is just wonderful.

    My immersion blender gets used to make mayonnaise more often than is healthy. Home made garlic mayo is just wonderful.

    2 votes

  19. Comment on What is your most used piece of kitchen equipment / what surprised you in its usefulness? in ~food

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    The thing that takes the most stress out of my cooking is my probe thermometer. I'll never have to worry about undercooking chicken, or overcooking a steak again. Nothing worse than spending a lot...

    The thing that takes the most stress out of my cooking is my probe thermometer. I'll never have to worry about undercooking chicken, or overcooking a steak again. Nothing worse than spending a lot of money on a good bit of meat, only to ruin it during the cooking.

    29 votes