#Regional gastronomy

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TAMIL NADU: OF TASTES & TRADITIONS

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Tamil Nadu is a tapestry of tradition which taste runs richly through in a splendid interweave of culture and cuisine. Each region of Tamil Nadu has its own particular interpretation of South Indian cuisine and regional specialities fascinatingly reflect the customs of communities inhabiting the provinces thereby serving up a narrative of…

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i have opinions........ mac and cheese is already bland af why would people buy it in the store as instant mac and cheese??? us americans learn to cook pasta in a tasty way challenge

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Sometimes I read stuff from white supremacists and shit that speak of European culture and protecting it and I'm like. What European culture are you even talking about lmao.

Sure, due to globalization, you go to two completely European countries and you'll see similar things and shared traits. No different to the rest of the world, honestly. However, when you think of it in a deeper level, every country is extremely different. I'm from Spain. Spain has a very diverse and rich cultural background that varies from region to region; languages people speak can also change from region to region. And it is an European country. Norway is an European country as well. Aside that-- well, we have different languages, laws, educational systems, traditions, gastronomy, and very different climates as well, which also change the lifestyles. So, yes, very different countries. Aside the fact that both are in Europe and that their populations are mostly white —and I've seen some white supremacists argue that Spaniards or Italians can't be considered white because "they tend to be shorter and have darker hair and eyes than Northern Europeans"— we don't have that much in common, culturally speaking. The whole "European" or "White" culture stuff they've made up in their minds is bullshit because Europe is not White Man's Utopia. There's no such thing as European culture, every country has its own cultural background. Some countries are majorly Protestant, some are majorly Catholic. Some are republics, some are still monarchies. And most countries have historically hated each other's guts and gone to war with each other once or twice. So, yeah. No.

[definitelynotsiffrin]

whats your fav thing about isat? except for the fact that its black and white of course

OHH WHERE DO I EVEN *BEGIN*!

First and foremost, just how *real* the characters feel. They have complex personalities, doubts, fears, concerns they don't show out loud. Every little bit you find out about them expands on this view. They even have conversations when you're not present! You can hear some of it during bathroom breaks.

Second and also just as huge is the worldbuilding. It's not shoved in your face either, just given to you naturally as you progress which is huge!! Characters of different regions have different beliefs, customs and religions. Even their own gastronomy! I won't go too far into detail to not spoil much for you, but I still adore it.

Third the love for detail. I just can't say enough how much I love that there are sooo many tidbits that change with each loop. The most obvious are your (Siffrin's) reactions as the time loops progress and you learn (and lose it). But it's not just that! Characters will have different responses based on the slightest changes, some events will vary completely and you are given so much freedom over how much you explore of them, too!

Even now during my second full in-depth playthrough I'm finding new interactions to lose my mind over.

There is much more, like just how much I love the characters and how I wish I could hug them because they are some of my favorite characterizations in the world, but at this point it'll turn into purely incoherent rambling and me crying about just how much I love this game.

[southeastasianists]

Although many of the 30 million travelers who visit Thailand each year head to its southern beaches and islands, relatively few will eat much southern Thai food while there. At southern Thailand’s simple guesthouses and fancy resorts alike, the green curries and pad Thais of Bangkok, and western food, tend to dominate. Southern Thailand has, of course, its own unique cuisine, but if you don’t speak or read Thai, it can be difficult to find and there are very few resources on the topic in English to point you in the right direction.

Correcting this was one of my motivations in writing and photographing The Food of Southern Thailand, published this year. I visited restaurants, homes, street stalls, farms, markets, homestays, libraries and agricultural research centers, and met with home cooks, farmers, academics, chefs, food writers, eaters, and just about anyone else who would talk to me. This research spanned four years and took me to each of southern Thailand’s 14 provinces, from hyper-touristy islands like Phuket to the little-visited, landlocked communities near the border with Malaysia.

Spending months and months eating in just about every corner of Thailand’s south revealed a cuisine that is spicy—arguably the country’s spiciest—as well one that’s also nuanced and varied. The slow burn of black pepper is just as prevalent as the sucker punch of chilies. Fresh turmeric and fresh herbs abound.

The region’s vast coastline means that fish and seafood are present at about every meal, often in the form of seafood-based condiments found only in the region. And that coastline has also meant that a variety of cultures including the Chinese, Muslims, and South Asians have contributed to the region’s gastronomy over the centuries, making it arguably Thailand’s most diverse regional cuisine.

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Food as a catalyst to rebuild a community

Ecuador’s Project Iche houses a culinary school, restaurant and food lab that aims for social good

The initiative aims to impart ancient culinary traditions to a new generation of Ecuadorian chefs and curious diners, while also empowering the local community and creating a stronger economy.

Ask any Ecuadorian about their country's favorite local cuisine, and the answer is almost always the same without exception: Manabí, a coastal area known for its traditional cuisine. In 2016 the Manabí region was devastated by an earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale. More than 650 people were killed, over 16,000 injured and more than 35,000 homes were leveled.

Project Iche began as a response to rebuild Manabí by using food as a catalyst for growth. If there is one thing that brings together the Manabitan people, it’s food. And at Iche, they are bringing together tradition and innovation. The project touches on food in a myriad of ways: from growing vegetables and fresh herbs in the garden, to serving dishes in the restaurant. From product development in the laboratory, to teaching young chefs new skills and ancient cooking techniques, the project captures ancestral knowledge and recipes that until now, have primarily been conveyed by oral tradition. At Iche, students are taught the fundamentals of sustainable food production, and how to acknowledge their responsibility in upholding patrimonial food traditions. Lessons focus on how food provides a means to develop a strong economy that is built around ecotourism and gastronomy.

“Food can be a powerful tool to reactivate the economy, increase people’s self-esteem and unleash hope and creativity.”

Iche was founded in 2021 by Orazio Bellettini, a Manabí native. Bellettini was the executive director of Quito-based Grupo FARO, a think tank conducting research on how to build a more inclusive society. When the 2016 earthquake struck “the local economy was completely destroyed, and people were left without homes or hope. I felt a strong responsibility to help” Bellettini explains in an interview for National Geographic. He invested heavily into Project Iche, a one-stop-shop for developing and preserving Manabí cuisine. 

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When Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, Elena Subach found herself unable to photograph those fleeing the conflict. Instead she turned her lens on what they left behind

Elena Subach was born in Chervonohrad, a small coal-mining city in the Lviv region of western Ukraine. Her father was a miner while her grandfather painted icons for local churches. Such buildings are characterised by shiny, Baroque-style domes and ornate interiors, and make a spectacular impression on the city skyline. Subach uses her camera to make sense of the post-industrial landscape, but also the strange foreboding mood that defines cities like hers, and the ways that spirituality and superstition seep into everyday life in Ukraine.

As her artistic practice has evolved, Subach’s projects have become more vivid and evocative. Her work celebrates the inconspicuous objects that often evade attention, elevating them to near iconic status. She turns the fabric of life into a technicoloured patchwork of reality and myth. “Elena Subach is a tender observer of small moments and daily rituals. Ordinary items become totems: old ladies are elevated to the status of goddesses, and a simple hand gesture makes us think of magic,” says Polish photographer Rafał Milach, who nominated her for Ones to Watch. “She mixes memories, tropes and clichés, continuously drawing on and reimaging the visual identity of Ukraine.” 

When Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, disrupting and devastating the lives of ordinary Ukrainians, it was the biggest military attack in Europe since World War Two. At the time, Subach was living in Lviv and working as a researcher at the Lviv National Art Gallery. With the sound of air-raid sirens warning citizens of incoming missiles, her instinct was to leave the city and go to Poland. Instead, she and her husband drove to Uzhhorod, a city in western Ukraine situated between mountains where she felt they would be better protected.

The following day, the couple joined the local volunteer movement, the Transcarpathian Gastronomy Battalion, which organises shelter, food and psychological support for fleeing Ukrainians seeking asylum in Europe. Subach’s team was stationed closest to the border zone. In March, martial law was imposed in Ukraine, banning adult men from leaving the country, and the days became marked by farewells. Men drove their families to the border and dropped them off; couples parted ways; all of them hugged, kissed and said goodbye.

“All this time, I couldn’t photograph people,” says Subach. “I did not want to, I did not dare to interfere in their already violated personal space, despite understanding the importance of documenting this history.”

Instead she turned her lens on the empty chairs on which people left their belongings, imbuing them with gravitas while preserving a sense of humanity.

“They seemed to me like small islands in a sea of people – places to stop and relax for a minute. In many cases this would be the first time a person had a chance to sit down in 24 hours. Thousands of people have passed by these chairs. I think [the chairs] are very important witnesses to this war.” 

Documentary photography can often reduce the victims of war to wounded bodies, and turn individual refugee experiences into one single story. Subach’s work does not show people encountering war but compels us to imagine them beyond the frame. 

www.elenasubach.com

Subach’s latest photobook, Hidden, is published by Besides Press and launches 15 September 2022.

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Paris: The City of Love and Light

It is impossible to talk about France without mentioning Paris, the capital that hosts some of the world’s most famous landmarks. From the Eiffel Tower, a global symbol, to the Louvre Museum, home to masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, Paris is a dream destination for art and culture enthusiasts.

Travel Tip: Don’t miss visiting Montmartre, where you can enjoy a vibrant artistic scene and take a tour of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.

The French Riviera: Coastline of Beauty and Relaxation

The French Countryside: A Blend of Nature and History

Your visit to France wouldn’t be complete without exploring its beautiful countryside. Visit the Loire Valley, renowned for its historic castles and lush gardens. Provence is another ideal region for lovers of vast fields, especially during the lavender bloom season.

French Cuisine: A Unique Culinary Experience

France is the birthplace of global gastronomy. Try fresh croissants at a Parisian cafe or savor local delicacies like coq au vin and baguettes. Don’t forget to visit traditional markets to enjoy French cheeses and local wines.

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France is not just a country; it is a rich cultural experience that combines ancient history and natural beauty. Thanks to its diversity, every visitor can find something to suit their interests. From vibrant cities to tranquil villages, there is always a new adventure waiting for you.

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I need to know more about Hungary! 8, 14, 22, 26, and 29 please ❤️

Hi there! Here we go, it took way longer to answer than expected...

8. do you get confused with other nationalities? if so, which ones and by whom?

It's a tricky question on my end, because I am partly Vietnamese on my father's side, so I'm usually not assumed to be Hungarian at all (even tho that as I'm getting older I'm looking more and more Caucasian). I'm assumed to be Chinese, because Asian=Chinese in most people's minds here. (It's actually a pet peeve of mine, but that's another question.) I think Hungarians in general get confused with Slavic/Balkan people? Maybe Germans? Idk, when abroad they often think my mother is either Russian or French, while my bf is thought to be Austrian (which is fair enough, because his ancestors are from Austria/Germany).

14. do you enjoy your country’s cinema and/or TV?

Already answered here.

22. what makes you proud about your country? what makes you ashamed?

Proud: We are ridiculously good at some sports, we are I think the 14th in most Olympic Games medals per capita list at the moment. We also have a lot of Nobel prize winners (we are the 13th I think?), and generally a lot of cool things were invented by Hungarians (e.g. Rubik cube, matches, ballpoint pens, Vitamin C, the basis of computers, the basis of Microsoft Word and Excel, etc.). I also think our language is badass, it's in the top10 hardest languages to learn. I also really like how diverse our gastronomy can be, and the so called ruin pubs are good stuff.

Ashamed: Politics... And the general attitude of people, I mean when I can see a sign printed out in Hungarian in hotel cafeterias abroad, saying "Please do not steal!", I feel like denying where I'm from.

26. does your nationality get portrayed in Hollywood/American media? what do you think about the portrayal?

Hungary is mostly non-existent is Hollywood, but since a lot of American movies/TV shows are actually produced in Hungary, recently we are mentioned by name more (see the Black Widow movie for example). Sometimes our language is used as like an evil devil "language", or we are just vaguely referred as "East European" or "Post Communist" or part of the Balkan. We are depicted as uncultured poor people and/or criminals. Not the most flattering portrayal, however there is some truth in all.🤷🏻‍♀️

29. does your region/city have a beef with another place in your country?

Oh boy, it's easier to list the ones we don't hate. XD We have a mutual friendship with Poland, but that's about it? Hungarians hate everyone (including themselves). We were very, lets say, unlucky with our history, so we are a country who is surrounded by itself population-wise. Therefore we hate every neighboring country (I think maybe Romania the most?). We are historically super bad at picking sides (I mean we always were on the eventually losing side of every big conflict), so it's no wonder that nowdays we try to be good with Russia, China, Turkey, Trump's USA... As I said, politics are bad here.

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French island of Martinique seeks to reduce reliance on food imports • F...

ENTREPÔT NAVY MARTINIQUAIS (FRENCH ANTILLES) NOUCHI DIASPORA

Food Scents in NOUCHI Gastronomy Olfactory Arts: Mango, Coconut, Cucumber, Sheep Dairy, Herbal Butter Mollusk, Garlic-Ginger, Dark Roast Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Cinnamon, Vanilla, and Molasses

Cabinda also produces hardwoods, coffee, cacao, rubber, and palm oil products; however, petroleum production accounts for most of Cabinda's domestic product.

Port Royal, Martinique Sister Cities: Antwerp, Belgium, Saint Pedro, Bas-Sassandra, Côte d'Ivoire; Boma, Cabinda, Angola; République Démocratique du Congo; St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador; Le Havre, Normandy/Marseille-Caanes, Port Alpes Côte d'Azur, France

Bancassurance is a relationship between a bank and an insurance company[1] that is aimed at offering insurance products or insurance benefits to the bank's customers. In this partnership, bank staff and tellers become the point of sale and point of contact for the customer. Bank staff are advised and supported by the insurance company through wholesale product information, marketing campaigns and sales training. The bank and the insurance company share the commission. Insurance policies are processed and administered by the insurance company.

The staple right, also translated stacking right or storage right, both from the Dutch stapelrecht, was a medieval right accorded to certain ports, the staple ports. It required merchant barges or ships to unload their goods at the port and to display them for sale for a certain period, often three days. Only after that option had been given to local customers were traders allowed to reload their cargo and travel onwards with the remaining unsold freight.[1][2]

Gross national product accounts for its citizen’s productions both within and outside its borders. This figure then subtracts income earned by foreign residents within the country. By contrast, gross domestic product measures the production of goods and services made within a country’s borders by both citizens and foreign residents overall.

Marseille or Marseilles (French: Marseille; Provençal Occitan: Marselha; see below) is the prefecture of the French department of Bouches-du-Rhône and of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Situated in the Provence region of southern France, it is located on the coast of the Gulf of Lion, part of the Mediterranean Sea, near the mouth of the Rhône river. A resident of Marseille is a Marseillais.

Tidjane Thiam (French: [tidʒan tiam];[1][2] born 29 July 1962) is an Ivorian and French businessman, and the executive chairman of Freedom Acquisition Corp.[3] He was the chief executive officer (CEO) of Swiss bank Credit Suisse from March 2015 to February 2020. He was the chief financial officer of British banking group Prudential from 2007 to 2009, and then its CEO until 2015. In 2019, Thiam became a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).[4][5][6]

João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço GColIH (born 5 March 1954) is an Angolan politician who has served as the 3rd president of Angola since 26 September 2017.[4] Previously, he was Minister of Defence from 2014 to 2017. In September 2018, he became the Chairman of the People's Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), the ruling party. He was the party's Secretary-General from 1998 to 2003.

Serge Letchimy (French pronunciation: [sɛʁʒ lɛtʃimi]; born 13 January 1953) is the President of the Executive Council of Martinique and former member of the National Assembly of France. He represents the island of Martinique's 3rd constituency since June 2007, and is a member of The Socialists and affiliated parliamentary group. Letchimy is a member of the Martinican Progressive Party (PPM), or Parti progressiste martiniquais. He was the successor of Aimé Césaire as Mayor of Fort de France from 2001 to 2010 and was the final President of the Regional Council of Martinique from 26 March 2010 until its replacement by the Assembly of Martinique in December 2015.[1]

Capricornus is one of the 88 modern constellations, and was also one of the 48 constellations listed by the 2nd century astronomer Claudius Ptolemy. Its old astronomical symbol is  (♑︎). Under its modern boundaries it is bordered by Aquila, Sagittarius*, Microscopium, Piscis Austrinus, and Aquarius*. The constellation is located in an area of sky called the Sea or the Water, consisting of many water-related constellations such as Aquarius, Pisces and Eridanus. It is the smallest constellation in the zodiac. (Sky God R'ad Angel)*

The French West Indies or French Antilles (French: Antilles françaises, [ɑ̃tij fʁɑ̃sɛːz]; Antillean Creole: Antiy fwansé) are the parts of France located in the Antilles islands of the Caribbean:

The two overseas departments of:

Guadeloupe, including the islands of Basse-Terre, Grande-Terre, Les Saintes, Marie-Galante, and La Désirade.

Martinique

The two overseas collectivities of:

Saint Martin, the northern half of the island with the same name, the southern half is Sint Maarten, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Saint Barthélemy

Metallurgy Purchasing Matrix Business Cluster Entrepôt with Mineral Water Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)

Regions: Fragrance and Cosmetics Artisanal Plantation, Cash Crops, open-pit-large-scale alluvial and coastal Mining, and Technology Farming

Real Estate Urban Economics: Urban Coastal City Slum and Marina

Port Economics: Coastal City; Urban Brooklyn; County Line Trafficking Coastal City Slum Lords Bay Area

Funding: Naval Local Government

County Line Trafficking: Homestead and Artist Residency

Education: Trade School for Mining, Tile Cutting, and Fishing

Indo-Caribbean Gastronomy: Coconut Flakes Rice, Coconut Cream, Coconut Curry Yogurt Rice Pudding/Mollusk Sauce

Antillanité is a literary and political movement developed in the 1960s that stresses the creation of a specific West Indian identity out of a multiplicity of ethnic and cultural elements.

Subsistence Cashew: Subsistence agriculture occurs when farmers grow food crops to meet the needs of themselves and their families on smallholdings. Subsistence agriculturalists target farm output for survival and for mostly local requirements, with little or no surplus. The Anacardiaceae, commonly known as the cashew family[1] or sumac family, are a family of flowering plants, including about 83 genera with about 860 known species.[2] Members of the Anacardiaceae bear fruits that are drupes and in some cases produce urushiol, an irritant. The Anacardiaceae include numerous genera, several of which are economically important, notably cashew (in the type genus Anacardium), mango, Chinese lacquer tree, yellow mombin, Peruvian pepper, poison ivy, poison oak, sumac, smoke tree, marula and cuachalalate. The genus Pistacia (which includes the pistachio and mastic tree) is now included, but was previously placed in its own family, the Pistaciaceae.[3]

Pedagogy, most commonly understood as the approach to teaching, is the theory and practice of learning, and how this process influences, and is influenced by, the social, political, and psychological development of learners.

FOREIGN DIRECT INTERVENTION (GUERILLA NAVY INFRASTRUCTURE)

A navy, naval force, military maritime fleet, war navy, or maritime force is the branch of a nation's armed forces principally designated for naval and amphibious warfare; namely, lake-borne, riverine, littoral, or ocean-borne combat operations and related functions. It includes anything conducted by surface ships, amphibious ships, submarines, and seaborne aviation, as well as ancillary support, communications, training, and other fields.

The strategic offensive role of a navy is projection of force into areas beyond a country's shores (for example, to protect sea-lanes, deter or confront piracy, ferry troops, or attack other navies, ports, or shore installations). The strategic defensive purpose of a navy is to frustrate seaborne projection-of-force by enemies. The strategic task of the navy also may incorporate nuclear deterrence by use of submarine-launched ballistic missiles. Naval operations can be broadly divided between riverine and littoral applications (brown-water navy),

Naval operations can be broadly divided between riverine and littoral applications (brown-water navy), open-ocean applications (blue-water navy), and something in between (green-water navy), although these distinctions are more about strategic scope than tactical or operational division.

FX NEGATIVE INTEREST RATE ENTREPÔT CURRENCY

Cash crops are agricultural crops that are planted for the purpose of selling on the market or for export to make profit, as distinguished from subsistence crops planted for the purpose of self-supply of the farmer (like livestock feeding or food for the family).

A commodity index is an index that tracks the price and returns on a basket of commodities. These indexes are often accessible for investing through mutual funds or exchange traded funds (ETFs). Many investors who want access to the commodities market without entering the futures market decide to invest in commodity index funds.

A de facto currency is a unit of money that is not legal tender in a country but is treated as such by most of the populace. The United States dollar and the European Union euro are the most common de facto currencies.

The franc was the currency of Martinique until 2002.

Dark Roast Coffee, Molasses, Hazelnut, Chocolate-Cocoa, Whipped Cream, Cinnamon Compound Butter (Çonxelles) — French Cheese Garlic Onion-Mushroom Culinary Linguistics (Rugxé)

Rugxé Linguistics 

Bouquet Garni: Rugxé French Cheese Garlic Onion-Mushroom Culinary Linguistics (Rugxé)

Dinner: Rugxé Crustless Quiche and Rugxé Stew

Sense: Umami

Cinq au Cinq Linguistics 5x5 Cooking: Colors, Scents, Cooking Methods, Senses, and Flavors (Five Spot for Top 5 Ingredients/Methods)

Phonology: X Vowel Harmony, Soft Rs, Norrow and Long Lips

Larousse Linguistics: Rugxé under French-Onion, Sautée, or Bouquet Garni

Çonxelles Linguistics 

Goûter: Çonxelles Dark Roast Coffee, Molasses, Hazelnut, Chocolate-Cocoa, Whipped Cream, Buttermilk, Cinnamon Compound Butter, Tobacco 

Snack or Breakfast: Cigarillos; Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes and Molasses or Dark Roast Coffee undertones of Brown Cane Sugar, Dark Chocolate, Hazelnut Cream

Cinq au Cinq Linguistics 5x5 Cooking: Harmony–Contrast Nutty-Sweet Dairy, Cooking Methods, Senses, Time of Day, Hot-Cold Contrast (Five Spot for Top 5 Ingredients/Methods)

Phonology: X Vowel Harmony, Soft Rs, Norrow and Long Lips

Larousse Linguistics: Çonxelles under Goûter

Sense: Goûter

Larousse Linguistics: Rugxé et Çonxelles est Cashew Famille

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Modified cash basis is an accounting method that combines elements of the two primary bookkeeping practices: cash and accrual accounting. It seeks to get the best of both worlds, recording sales and expenses for long-term assets on an accrual basis and those of short-term assets on a cash basis. The goal here is to provide a clearer financial picture without dealing with the costs of switching to full-blown accrual accounting.

Artisanal Plantation Case Study

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Yvon Chouinard (born November 9, 1938)[1] is an American rock climber, environmentalist, philanthropist, and outdoor industry businessman. His company, Patagonia, is known for its commitment to protecting the environment. He was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2023.[2]

Douglas Rainsford Tompkins (March 20, 1943 – December 8, 2015) was an American businessman, conservationist, outdoorsman, philanthropist, filmmaker, and agriculturalist.

Contracts and Investments

Share Appreciation Right Plans (SAR Plans)

Under SAR Plans, the corporation grants plan participants share appreciation rights. Each SAR entitles participants to receive, on vesting, the net value of the increase in the market value of the corporation’s share between the grant date and the vesting date. Share Appreciation Right Plans are similar to stock option plans in some ways, and to RSU Plans in others:

Value. Share Appreciation Rights function much like stock options in many ways – but unlike stock options, participants aren’t required to pay the exercise price when they exercise the SAR. Share Appreciation Rights start with a nil value at the time of grant, so will have no value at vesting if the market value of the shares has decreased between the dates of grant and of vesting.

Plan Terms. Share Appreciation Right Plans typically contain provisions similar to those of RSU Plans in respect to plan administration, maximum shares reserved for issuance, grant agreement, market value, employment, share capital adjustments, change of control and shareholder agreements.

Vesting. Like RSU Plans, vesting provisions in SAR Plans can also be based on time, performance or both. Performance-based SARs are sometimes called “performance appreciation rights” or “PARs”. Once vested, the plan participant can settle the SARs in cash or in an amount of shares that equals the amount payable to the participant divided by the per share market value

Deferred Compensation

Deferred compensation refers to that part of one’s contribution that is withheld and paid at a future date. Retirement plans and employee pensions are examples of deferred compensation. Employers usually withhold a fraction of employees’ compensation every month, accumulate it over time, and pay the lump sum amount on a date previously agreed upon in the employment contract.

Real Estate Joint Venture (JV)

A real estate joint venture (JV) is a deal between multiple parties to work together and combine resources to develop a real estate project. Most large projects are financed and developed as a result of real estate joint ventures. JVs allow real estate operators (individuals with extensive experience managing real estate projects) to work with real estate capital providers (entities that can supply capital for a real estate project).

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Incubator and Startup Accelerators

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GASTRONOMY AS A LANGUAGE

Culinary linguistics, a sub-branch of applied linguistics, is the study of food and language across various interdisciplinary fields such as linguistic, anthropology, sociolinguistics, and consumption politics and globalisation.[1]

Competitive Cooking Gambling

Cooking Shows as Leagues

Noun and Verb Groups

Gastronomy Trends Marketing Teams

Bocuse d’Or as Organization 

Habitant Conservation Film Festival 

Restaurant Clientel Grocery Stores

Cook Book based Libraries

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Farmland REITS

CFDS

Real Estate Brokerage Trust Account 

Age 20-30

Farmland Recession Proof Stocks (Cosmetics, AgTech, Ag ETFS, AgETN)

Incubator and Startup Accelerators

Real Estate Joint Ventures 

Age 30-40

Farmland Blue Chip Indexes w/ Credit Spread Options

Tunnel Strategy (Offshore Banking)

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$50k: Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) and term deposits are secured investments. This means that you get back the amount you invest at the end of your term. The key difference between a GIC and a term deposit is the length of the term. Term deposits generally have shorter terms than GICs.

$75k: Spending Cash

Tax System

Commonwealth of Dominica has initiated legislation that facilitates the creation of offshore corporations, trusts, and foundations, providing tax-friendly and privacy-protected offshore banking services.

Taxes on profits of offshore companies are generally in the range of 0% to 5.5%, and the tax rate decreases as the profits earned increase.

A business cluster is a geographic concentration of interconnected businesses, suppliers, and associated institutions in a particular field. Clusters are considered to increase the productivity with which companies can compete, nationally and globally. Accounting is a part of the business cluster.[1][2] In urban studies, the term agglomeration is used.[3] Clusters are also important aspects of strategic management. Geographical cluster – as stated above e.g. the California wine cluster[12] or the flower cluster between Rotterdam and Amsterdam in the Netherlands.[13] Sectoral clusters (a cluster of businesses operating together from within the same commercial sector e.g. marine (south east England; Cowes and now Solent) and photonics (Aston Science Park, Birmingham)) Horizontal cluster (interconnections between businesses at a sharing of resources level e.g. knowledge management, machinery, lab and test tools, material supply, professional employment) Factor endowment clusters – They are created because a comparative advantage they might have linked to a geographical position. For example, wine production clusters because of sunny regions surrounded by mountains, where good grapes can grow. This is like certain areas in France such as Burgundy and Champagne, as well as Lombardy, Spain, Chile and California. Low-cost manufacturing clusters – These clusters have typically emerged in developing countries within particular industries, such as automotive production, electronics, or textiles. Examples include electronics clusters in Mexico (e.g. Guadalajara) and Argentina (e.g. Córdoba). Cluster firms typically serve clients in developed countries. Drivers of cluster emergence include availability of low-cost labor, geographical proximity to clients (e.g. in the case of Mexico for U.S. clients; Eastern Europe for Western European clients).[17] Hubs and nodes is a geographic model explaining how linked regions can cooperate to fulfill elements of an industry's value chain and collectively gain sufficient mass to drive innovation growth. In economics, a network effect (also called network externality or demand-side economies of scale) is the phenomenon by which the value or utility a user derives from a good or service depends on the number of users of compatible products. The model of hubs and nodes builds on Porter's cluster model which served well in the past, but as businesses and regions around the world have adjusted to the realities of globalization, the concept of clusters is becoming outdated. In the late 1990s, the Seoul Metropolitan Government in South Korea developed the Digital Media City (DMC), a 135-acre complex, four miles outside of the city's central business district in the Sangam-dong district. With Seoul's rapidly growing cluster of multi-media, IT, and entertainment industries, the Digital Media City, through its vibrant agglomeration, helped to promote these industries and companies whose core business required use of information, communication, and media technologies. DMC grew and prospered as a global business environment, raising Seoul as an east-Asian hub of commerce. The cluster of its digital media-related, high-tech firms spawned partnerships which in turn leveraged both human and social capital in the area. Eventually, DMC fed the innovation of more than 10,000 small-scale Internet, game, and telecommunication firms located in Seoul.[20]

NOUCHI

[anaids-art-blog]

My opinion as a Latina…..

⚠️WARNING⚠️: The publication will be a bit long, but it is my complete and sincere opinion as a Latina about this series, if you don't want to see it complete then leave, thanks.

[Also, I may have several grammatical and spelling errors as I am learning English and wrote this in a hurry, any corrections are appreciated]

First WHAT THE HELL IS THIS SUPPOSED TO BE DISNEY?!

-Apparently Disney has released a new series to "represent" Latin America, but focusing especially on Mexico.

He has a lot of problems…

-To begin with, the title "hey cousins". And several words in Spanish that the series uses and that are spelled GRAMMATICALLY BAD. 'Hey' is a singular word and 'Cousins' is a plural word. Could they understand at least a little bit of the language if they wanted to use it for a series?!

-When making that correction we have them saying things like: "Spanish is a language brought by the colonizers, technically it does not belong to them, they impose it on them." Or "Latin Americans feel ashamed to learn their mother tongue for something they correct a lot." Was it so difficult to admit A grammatical MISTAKE and not believe that they know more Spanish than we ourselves? And yes, although Spanish was a language brought by the colonizers, it is a language that has been with us for centuries and centuries and that we have already adopted as our own and as our mother tongue and not as an imposed or 'colonizing' language, that is to say that We should not say how it is spoken, that it does not belong to us, or that we should feel ashamed, it is quite hypocritical since English was also a language brought by colonizers, following that logic, you should not speak it either and make the series in Quechua, Nahuatl or any other language indigenous if Spanish bothered them so much.

-The thing about the city called 'earthquake' I don't really have a concrete opinion about this. At first I saw it as a horrible black humor joke on the earthquakes that caused great tragedies in Mexico or Chile as if they would call a city 9/11 heights. But after researching… There is a city in Los Angeles called that, but I have no way of confirming it, ok? -The series has TOO MANY stereotypes. Whenever they try to represent LATAM they do it with only Mexican stereotypes, where most of them are not even true. Latin America is not only that, we are talking about many countries, regions and islands, each one with different cultures, gastronomy, events, and with a different accent. There are people with different skin colors on each side, lifestyles, and so on. But it seems that they only focus on the same thing, they do not investigate their roots, cultures, lifestyles, they are only based on the same stereotypes of which WE ARE FED UP, because Mexico is not like that, Latin America is not like that. -The names of the characters…..there are a lot of names, they choose the worst ones. "cookie"? Oh really?! You do know that in Latin America that is synonymous with 'pussy', right? “Gordita” = fat and “Nacho”. Those are not names, I would never hear anyone with a name like that, those ARE NICKNAMES and several of them are in very bad taste.

-They represent the continent in a negative way… There are hundreds of series that despite their stereotypes and some errors regarding LATAM, you can still perceive them in a positive way and proudly say 'I'm Latino', because they seriously try to represent our culture . This series feels more like a mockery and a racist medium towards Latinos, The character designs…. The way they live, torn clothes, flip-flops, and disheveled hair, basically poverty, it's as if being Latino is synonymous with being poor or with low social status. The same people who work on the series are hypocrites and racists, at first they said they supported LATAM and stuff, and then they said all those things about colonization, rights, representing Latinos in such a disgusting way and on top of that calling us to we N⁴z1s.

-The series itself looks like a cheap copy of 'the loud house's and 'The Casagrande', this is more than a coincidence, it is a plagiarism, and a very bad one, They said that they knew absolutely nothing about that series When THEY WORKED THERE.

-The one who thinks they know more about LATAM than Latinos themselves just because they have Latino parents -From believing themselves to be Latinos and calling themselves that way, and seeing it as just one more aspect at the same time that they insult and despise an entire country (yes, it's you Myrna Velasco) -The creators Trying to victimize and demonize one, After throwing insults at them, racist comments, and all kinds of hate, when they were only giving an opinion, it makes me wonder: How is it that Disney gives these projects the green light at the same time that cancel others that they did include for real?

[kicksaddictny]

Jordan Brand Introduces District 23: A Celebration of Basketball and Community in Paris

Jordan Brand Unveils District 23: A Cultural Celebration of Basketball and Community in Paris

Jordan Brand is excited to introduce District 23, a transformative celebration of Paris' vibrant 18th arrondissement, elevating it into a global hub for sports and culture.

District 23 is Jordan Brand’s homage to the diverse cultures and international youth that shape basketball and its many dimensions. It is a living example of how sport can be a catalyst for lasting community impact, especially for the next generation.

This unique initiative features a six-week program, curated by District 23 Creative Director Youssouf Fofana, centered around the historic former Tati Barbès department store, which has been renovated to become a space for creativity and community.

“This entire project is dedicated to the youth of this neighborhood and similar neighborhoods around the world,” says Youssouf, a frequent Jordan Brand collaborator and founder of the Maison Château Rouge fashion brand. “By amplifying the 18th arrondissement to the world, we hope to empower community members to create a new legacy for themselves and future generations.”

Youssouf has designed an immersive “summer school” for young creatives, focusing on design, technical skills, and brand creation. This intensive program is inspired by Youssouf’s journey to becoming a designer while growing up in Paris’ African diaspora.

His path included a pivot from a banking career to founding a nonprofit with his brother, supporting local artisans in Senegal. This work led to the creation of Maison Château Rouge and collaborations with Jordan Brand on the AJ1 Mid SE Fearless and an AJ2.

“The coolest kids in my neighborhood wore Jordan Brand, and Michael Jordan was our hero, so working with Jordan on the AJ1 and AJ2 was a dream come true,” says Youssouf. “District 23 feels like our biggest collaboration yet, bringing our story full circle.”

In partnership with Foot Locker, Jordan Brand will provide Parisian youth access to basketball courts and outdoor spaces for sport, with programming that uses movement as a gateway to learning creative skills. Key spaces include Paris Basket 18, a women’s basketball club, and Square Leon, a central park in the 18th arrondissement.

Youssouf and Jordan Brand family member Easy Otabor, owner of Chicago's Anthony Gallery, have curated the Diaspora Renaissance exhibition. This exhibition invites visitors to explore the interconnected nature of diasporic communities through works from 23 artists, including Gabriel Moses, Alvin Armstrong, and Maty Biayenda. Six artists were commissioned to interpret the AJ1 through a diasporic lens, showcasing the cultural significance of this iconic shoe.

District 23 will also celebrate the gastronomy of the 18th arrondissement, highlighting recipes, restaurants, and food collectives that honor cultural traditions. Mam’ayoka, known as the mothers of the 18th arrondissement, will serve crowd favorites like Thieboudienne, a West African dish. Emerging diasporic chefs will share contemporary takes on traditional dishes.

Around the corner from the Tati Barbès building, sneaker enthusiasts and basketball fans can visit the region’s first Foot Locker x Jordan store, featuring the best of Jordan Brand’s products and community experiences.

The significance of District 23’s setting, at the former Tati Barbès space and throughout the 18th arrondissement, is profound. Founded by Jules Ouaki in 1948, the Tati department chain transformed the fashion industry with its low-cost textiles and distinct gingham branding, debuting in the 18th arrondissement, home to many immigrant communities.

Following the store’s closure in 2020, Youssouf transformed the space into the headquarters for his design-development program and collective, United Youth International, providing technical skills, mentorship, and community for Parisian youth aspiring to creative careers.

Jordan Brand is proud to partner with Youssouf to revitalize this historic space, serving young creatives and athletes this summer and beyond.

“It’s hard to imagine what’s possible without the knowledge and references to look back on,” says Youssouf. “District 23 is a memento for the youth of the 18th arrondissement to inspire them to achieve their dreams.”

Local community members can explore District 23 using an immersive guide available on the Nike App. Stay tuned for more updates on Jordan’s celebration of basketball culture this summer in Paris.

[blackswaneuroparedux]

Je pense que nous sommes des marchands de bonheur, des marchands de plaisir. Je pense qu' une sorte de générosité est indispensable quand on est cuisinier, il faut être généreux. Il faut donner, partager et aimer donner et faire plaisir.

- Alain Ducasse

Alain Ducasse is the French chef with the most Michelin stars. Like many great chefs, he began his career in France’s finest restaurants, before rising through the ranks to become one of the world’s most prestigious chefs.

With 21 Michelin stars, Alain Ducasse is known for his innovative cuisine, his passion for revealing the original taste of products and for his restaurants around the world. In addition to his culinary talents, the chef is also an accomplished teacher. He has opened a cooking school that trains top chefs. The french chef has also received numerous awards for his contribution to gastronomy.

At the age of 16, Alain Ducasse started an apprenticeship and joined the kitchens of the restaurant “le pavillon landais” and the hotel and tourism school of Gascony. In 1975, he joined the brigade of starred chef Michel Guérard in his restaurant in Eugénie-les-Bains. At the same time, he trained with the Norman pastry chef Gaston Le-Nôtre. Attracted by Provençal cuisine, he joined the brigade of chef Roger Vergé at the “Moulin de Mougins” in 1977. In 1978, he joined Alain Chapel, a great chef from the Auvergne region, who allowed him to perfect his skills and work with local products with love.

In 1980, Roger Vergé, with whom he had collaborated in 1977, offered Alain Ducasse the position of head chef in his new restaurant l’Amandier in Mougins. In 1984, the chef obtains his first 2 stars in the Michelin guide in the restaurant ” la terrasse de l’hôtel Juana ” located in Juan-les-Pins, on the French Riviera. But a very serious aeroplane accident that same year forced Alain Ducasse to take a break from the kitchen for several months.

In 1987, the Monté-Carlo Hotel de Paris asked Alain Ducasse to open a gastronomic restaurant, the Louis XV. At the age of 33, the chef was awarded the third star of this prestigious place and the Monegasque hotel became the first palace in the world to have such a distinction. In 1995, Alain Ducasse opened the bastide of Moustiers, in the heart of the Gorges du Verdon. In 2002, the inn was awarded a Michelin star. In 1996, he took over the restaurant of the Hôtel du Parc, located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, where the starred chef Joël Robuchon was in charge of the kitchen. After only 8 months of opening, he was awarded three stars in the red guide for the second time.

In 1999, Alain Ducasse was appointed president of the Châteaux et Hôtels de France chain, which has nearly 500 establishments. In 2000, he transferred the Hotel du Parc to the premises of the Parisian palace on Avenue Montaigne and the Plaza Athénée was awarded its third star after five months. In 2021, he left the establishment and the kitchen was entrusted to chef Jean Imbert.

Today, Alain Ducasse owns 34 restaurants spread over 3 continents and 7 countries.

[vegansforfuture]

RedefineMeat ist bekannt für sein hochwertiges Pflanzenfleisch, welches im 3D-Druck produziert wird. Bislang war dieses allerdings der Gastronomie vorbehalten, was sich aber jetzt ändert, denn ab sofort könnt Ihr Burger, Hackfleisch und Co. der Marke im Online-Shop von Velivery erwerben! Bleibt zu hoffen, dass die ersten Supermärkte in Kürze nachziehen und die innovativen Produkte ebenfalls in ihr Sortiment mit aufnehmen! 👍😎🌱

Vegconomist dazu: "Redefine Meat™ bietet seine pflanzlichen Fleischalternativen zum ersten Mal für deutsche Verbraucher als Einzelhandelssortiment über den Online-Händler Velivery, Deutschlands größtem veganen Online-Shop, an. Velivery, ist der erste deutsche Einzelhändler, der das gesamte gekühlte Sortiment von Redefine Meat für deutsche und österreichische Verbraucher für zu Hause anbietet.

Zu den erhältlichen Produkten gehören der Redefine Lamb Kofta Mix, Redefine Pulled Beef und Pulled Pork, Redefine Burger, Redefine Beef Mince sowie die Redefine Bratwurst, die speziell für den deutschen Gaumen entwickelt wurden. Das gesamte gekühlte New-Meat-Sortiment von Redefine Meat ist bereits im Einzelhandel im Vereinigten Königreich (über Ocado), in Frankreich (über Monoprix) und in den Niederlanden (über Albert Heijn online und Crisp) erhältlich.

Nachdem sich das vielseitige Sortiment in Kürze in über 700 Gastrobetrieben in der DACH-Region etabliert hat, folgt nun auch hier die Markteinführung im Einzelhandel. Mittlerweile steht New-Meat landesweit bei vielen Feinschmecker-Restaurants, Hotels und landesweiten Restaurantketten auf der Karte, u.a. The Grand, The ASH und Enchilada. Das New-Meat von Redefine Meat besteht zu 100% aus pflanzlichen Zutaten."

Quellen: ➡ LINK 1 ➡ LINK 2 ➡ LINK 3

CHANGE IS COMING! 😊💚

[paramedicabroad]

Historic Centre of Cordoba

Join me on a virtual exploration of the Historic Center of Cordoba in Spain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that weaves together centuries of history, architectural brilliance, and a harmonious blend of cultures. Let's wander through the narrow streets and discover the enchanting beauty that defines this Andalusian gem.

Cordoba's Historic Center earned UNESCO World Heritage status in 1984, recognizing its outstanding universal value and the preservation of its architectural and cultural legacy. The inscription celebrates the city's role as a meeting point for different cultures over the centuries.

Behold the Mezquita-Cathedral, an architectural marvel that encapsulates the city's history. Originally a mosque during the Islamic period, the structure later transformed into a cathedral, embodying the coexistence of Islamic and Christian influences in Cordoba.

Explore the Alcázar, a fortress that witnessed the fusion of Moorish and Christian cultures. With its beautiful gardens, reflecting pools, and historic significance, the Alcázar narrates tales of medieval power struggles and cultural exchange.

Navigate the labyrinthine streets of the Jewish Quarter, or Judería, where whitewashed houses, cobblestone streets, and charming squares create an enchanting atmosphere. The Synagogue of Cordoba, a hidden gem, stands as a testament to the city's Jewish heritage.

Stroll down the iconic Calleja de las Flores, a picturesque alley adorned with vibrant flowers that frame the view of the Mezquita-Cathedral. This charming lane captures the essence of Cordoba's Andalusian charm.

Participate in the annual Patio Festival, where residents open their homes to showcase the beauty of their traditional Andalusian patios. Bursting with flowers and adorned with intricate tilework, these patios offer a glimpse into Cordoba's private architectural treasures.

Indulge in the culinary delights of Cordoba, where traditional Andalusian cuisine takes center stage. From savory tapas to the refreshing flavors of salmorejo, the city's gastronomy is a delightful journey through the region's rich culinary heritage.

In conclusion, Cordoba's Historic Center beckons us to unravel the layers of its history, where diverse cultures have left an indelible mark on its streets and monuments. When you're ready for a virtual stroll through the ages, Cordoba promises to captivate and inspire. 🏰🌺🇪���

[itsukismoon]

Past story - Chapter 4 (Oscar)

— Awakening of a gourmet —

It happened one day.

Oscar: Minato is… gone…?

Mother: Yes, he committed a theft. It seems like he has left this mansion.

Servant 1: I can’t believe he forgot madam’s mercy for picking him up and made such a mess…!

Servant 2: What should we do? Should we tell madam’s husband and look for the stolen item?

Mother: No. What was stolen wasn’t a big deal, so there’s no need to make such a fuss…

I was so shocked that I could no longer hear the voices of my mother and the servants.

Oscar: A chef with such amazing skills, why would…

Though I was confused, when I remembered Minato’s expression and words from the other day, I could imagine the reason.

Oscar: (…maybe he was cornered. So much that he had no choice but to steal.)

Oscar: (As a commoner and an outsider, they only gave him simple tasks. I’m sure the pay wasn’t high either.)

A rotten culture that evaluates people based on their birth, social status and career prevails in Dilettant, the country of manors.

Through this incident, I came to know this hopeless truth firsthand.

Therefore, when I became the heir of the marquis’ family, I fired all those spineless chefs (that served the family) and began wandering the country.

This was to welcome a truly talented chef in the house.

This led to the spread of my palate’s reputation and led me to discover many successful chefs hidden in different places.

Now, chefs come to Dilettante to be evaluated by me.

Oscar: Even though I went out of my way to come here, the taste was indescribably bad.

Oscar: …Banger family, I can barely ascertain the competency of the chefs you hire.

Walter: Sorry for interrupting right after lunch, but… Next up is the tasting of Kaiseki cuisine prepared by a chef from the Kobai province.

Oscar: Kobai province, huh—— The cuisine of that region should include dashimaki.

Walter: ? Dashimaki?

Oscar: …No. Nevermind.

In this country, which has come to be known as the land of gourmets and food lovers, the environment surrounding me and even my social status have changed.

But my interest does not lie there.

I just want to pursue it.

I want to feel the same happiness and deep impression as when I ate the dashimaki that night.

We give due recognition to the talent that creates delicious food, and provide a place for it to flourish without any interference.

The establishment of the Gourmet Guild Gastronomy was to embody this idea.

—

back to the present

The wind blowing through the open window lightly turns the pages of the worn-out book.

Oscar: (This aroma mixed with the wind is probably boiled red sea bream.)

I guess that the chefs in the kitchens are adjusting the menu that will be served at the ball tonight.

Oscar: (Where and what is doing Minato now…)

If he is still devotedly pursuing gourmet food…

Maybe someday our paths will cross.

Oscar: (What kind of flavours will I find then?)

Suddenly, a smile broke out on my face.

I quietly closed the book, thinking about the gastronomic possibilities that would one day come.