ZAP COOKING NEWSLETTER | OCT 2024 | ISSUE 2

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LETTER FROM THE FOUNDER 📝

Hey Everyone!

Exciting things are cooking at Zap Cooking! We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be in Happy Valley, State College, PA, on October 12th as proud sponsors of Nostr Valley. It’s shaping up to be an incredible weekend, and we can’t wait to share it with you! We’ll be hosting a dynamic panel that dives deep into the intersection of food, culture, and, of course, the unique world of Nostr. This event promises a great mix of good times and engagement, and we’d love to have you join us! If you’re interested, sign up now at nostrvalley.com.

We’re also excited to have you reading our second monthly newsletter. At Zap Cooking, our focus goes beyond development - we’re committed to creating content that inspires. Follow our npub on Nostr to catch flavorful food ideas and captivating creative content. We’re working on fresh perspectives and new projects that celebrate cultural diversity, all while keeping the quirky, authentic spirit of Nostr alive. Thanks for being part of this journey with us. Let’s keep Nostr weird and delicious!

Seth

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LIFE EXPERIENCE 😮‍💨

In August 2024, Nostriga held the afterparties at the Basement, an underground Bitcoin bar in Riga, Latvia. The crowd spent the nights enchanted in conversations, dancing, drinking, and smoking cigars to celebrate freedom and life.

It was a fascinating experience smoking cigars with the Nostr men on those cobblestone streets, reminding me of my younger years working in a private social club, where the cocktail lounge would fill with a thick layer of cigar smoke as I crafted and served Bourbon or Rye Manhattans, Old Fashioned cocktails (one with Sweet ‘n Low!), and neat single malt Scotch whiskies.

Recently one of the voices of Nostr - The Beave - tagged me in a note, introducing me to Duchess and their love of coffee & cigars. In less than twenty minutes, Duchess and I were collaborating for the next Zap.Cooking newsletter. The following review is going to take us out of the nightlife and into a morning zen session. - SimplySarah

CIGAR & COFFEE | Duchess

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There’s nothing quite like starting your day with a good cigar and a cup of coffee. The rich, earthy flavors of a cigar paired with the bold aroma of coffee create a perfect harmony that awakens all the senses. The Coffee will give you that little morning boost, while the cigar will ease you into a calm, zen-like state. Together, it’s a ‘boosted zen’ that really sets the tone for a productive yet relaxed day.

CIGAR | PDR 1878 DARK ROAST CAFE

A cigar known for its rich, coffee-infused flavor. This particular one is designed to complement a dark roast coffee experience.

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The PDR 1878 Dark Roast Cafe cigar has a unique, slightly spicy profile that pairs beautifully with a cup of dark roast coffee. The coffee I paired with my cigar this morning was one of my favorite dark roasts: Jamaican Blue Mountain Roast, from Jamaica. Another dark roast that I love but didn’t have on hand is Black Ivory Coffee from Thailand.

COFFEE | JAMAICAN BLUE MOUNTAIN COFFEE

Known for its exceptional smoothness, mild flavor, and low acidity, Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee is one of the world’s most luxurious and sought-after coffees. Grown at high elevations in Jamaica’s Blue Mountains, this coffee is loved for its balanced and refined taste.

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Most purists drink Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee without milk or cream to fully appreciate its unique and subtle flavors. However, I like to add fresh cream from the farm if you have access to a local farmer. I feel that adding cream creates a richer, smoother cup, no matter what coffee I’m drinking.

Coffee and cigars are both fascinating rabbit holes, much like wine, if you’re interested in going down them.

ENJOYABLE PART OF SMOKING A CIGAR | Cigars are enjoyed primarily for their flavor. The rich taste of a cigar comes from the blend of different tobaccos, which is best experienced by holding the smoke in your mouth, where your taste buds can fully appreciate it. Inhaling isn’t necessary and actually makes the experience less enjoyable because cigar smoke is much stronger and can be harsh on your lungs.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF SMOKING A CIGAR | Nicotine, in small doses, can have some positive effects, like improving focus and mental sharpness. It also stimulates certain receptors in the brain that can support heart health. Cigars are the healthiest vehicle to deliver nicotine into your body, as they offer a slower, more natural release of nicotine compared to cigarettes or other forms of tobacco.

ENJOYABLE PART OF DRINKING COFFEE | Coffee is widely enjoyed for its flavor and aroma. The rich, complex taste of coffee comes from carefully roasted beans, which can range from bold and dark to mild and fruity, depending on the origin and roast. Sipping coffee slowly allows the palate to savor the intricate layers of flavor, from chocolaty and nutty to floral and fruity notes. Whether black or with milk, coffee offers a comforting and energizing experience.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING COFFEE | In moderate amounts, coffee offers several health benefits. It is rich in antioxidants, which are known to support heart health, brain function, and help combat inflammation. The caffeine in coffee can boost focus, mental sharpness, and physical endurance by stimulating the central nervous system. Some studies have also suggested that coffee may support heart health, improve metabolic rate, and reduce the risk of certain diseases, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. Organic coffee—free from pesticides and chemicals—provides a cleaner, more natural source of these benefits.

Find Duchess on Nostr: duchess@orangepiller.org

FEATURED RECIPES 🥪

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RECIPE REVIEWS ✏️

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ECONOMICS 🍞

AN ARTICLE ABOUT BAKERS | Silberengel (4 minute read)

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Let’s Talk About Baking Bread

I’ve mentioned a few times, how large-scale central planning inevitably leads to artificial scarcity and rising prices. Allow me to illustrate – using a completely invented allegory about bread – that has absolutely no parallels to any economy you may already be familiar with…

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MICROFICTION 📖

GOOD DEEDS | Rustypuppy

Being a trail guide at the UCP (Unique Creatures Preserve) meant I saw a lot of weird things. Some I show to the tourists; some I don’t.

The starved, green-skinned toddler with the turtle shell back, beak, and dish of water on his head was one of the latter. As he ignored the bologna sandwich and devoured the cucumber salad from my lunch, I flipped through my identification guide. Finally found him in the Japanese yokai section; a kappa - known for drowning animals and people, loves cucumbers and sumo wrestling, can be friendly and helpful, empty the dish on its head to severely weaken.

I filled up his dish from my water bottle, and he followed me down the mountain trail. As soon as he saw the glimmer of water, he ran ahead and dove in. I assumed from the lack of frothing water and the fact he didn’t end up punted onto the bank meant the lake god had accepted him.

Later that week, two teens stumbled into our office. One guy, obviously stoned, wanted us to give him the official wizard certificate since he had just walked on water. The other guy, obviously drunk, said his friend needed the druid certificate because he had summoned a turtle to appear under his feet, which is how he had spent the past half hour walking across the lake. I told the intern to take their contact info and arrange a taxi.

The next day, I left a large container of cucumber salad at the edge of the lake.

RECIPE REFERENCE | Grandma’s cucumber recipe zap.cooking/recipe/naddr1qq0kwunpdejx6cf8wvkkxun9v9khjttrw43h2mtzv4ez6umpd3skgq3qkgh77xxt7hhtt4u528hecnx69rhagla8jj3tclgyf9wvkxa6dc0sxpqqqp65wss0rqd

Follow Rustypuppy | https://rustypuppy.npub.pro/

FAMILY FOODLOVE 🐤

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FOOD SWOON 💌

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NOTE SYNCING 🗒️

“..everyone needs to eat pizza. Each individual country can choose what toppings they want on their pizza, so whether that’s pepperoni or mushrooms or anchovies if you are weird…” | OpnState on https://fountain.fm/episode/dg7rlmtOICVDGwtr7Jnc

“I eat sardines out of the tin with chopsticks.” | @the_beave

“Chef has renamed Sardines to ‘Salt Daddies’. Please inform the staff.” | @enki

“My segue into sardines #FoodPorn” | @Deva Pyne (talking about HowToFoodPrep’s Sardine Dish) https://image.nostr.build/0f979d1bb7c0ba3c600694b83c5bc8e84ce4ff039839fb9f9af7ea727accef8b.jpg

SOUNDS 🔊

MUSIC

MAN LIKE KWEKS x BILLIV

Shoutout to Man Like Kweks x Billiv for making songs about PB & J cool! | singing Go together like peanut butter and jelly… | NOSTR CITY | KWEKS x BILLIV • Man Like Kweks (wavlake.com) | https://wavlake.com/track/f46d82f2-7f26-4357-9258-32da68324f74 | Man Like Kweks made a special appearance on Detox Radio | https://fountain.fm/episode/hGH0AgRj6hvrZEnSlX6n/ | https://image.nostr.build/baf111d653e75e88fc818529ba7872563e72be9540b21d0dea70b712d565dadd.png

PODCASTS

PLEBCHAIN RADIO

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ON THE FLY WITH STU

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THE BITCOIN PODCAST

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QUOTE OF THE MONTH 📣

“Nostr and Bitcoin will change the world because they’re like peanut butter and jelly - decentralized freedom meets unstoppable money, making sure no middleman gets a slice of your sandwich!” | Uncle Rockstar✊

UPCOMING EVENTS 🥳

Submit your Nostr event with @ZapCooking on Nostr

Nostr Valley @ Happy Valley Brewing Company | October 12, 2024 - 12pm to 4pm (est) Sign Up @ www.nostrvalley.com

Nostrville 2.0 No Panels, All Party! @ Bitcoin Park | November 6, 2024 - 4:30pm to 7:30pm (cst) https://www.meetup.com/bitcoinpark/events/303283108/

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ANNOUNCEMENT 📰

RABBIT HOLE RECAP REBRANDING

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https://rhr.tv/ | Please send them a warm congratulations! 🤠

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LANGUAGE 🏫

SCHOOL’S IN SESSION

Write “egg” in 50 of the Most Popular Languages

#NOSTRASIA2024 ALBUM 📷

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Community Photos & Videos by A.k.A. radish on fire🎤 @hakkadaikon, @HonokaShisha, @Kojira, @Jeroen and the contributors of the hashtag #NostrAsia2024 | Share your Nostr community photos or videos with @ZapCooking

MESSAGE from A.k.A. radish on fire🎤 @hakkadaikon

Hello!

Thank you very much for coming to Nostrasia 2024 on the 23rd of September!

Now, you can see the live-streamed videos of the speaker events and the afterparty from the YouTube archive. Please check them out especially if you could not join the talking events. You can jump into a session you like from the chapter lists in the video descriptions.

Thank you!

Nostrasia 2024 Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/live/i-oHjdYWo1E

Nostrasia 2024 Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/live/tGeHKrqTA4A

Nostrasia 2024 Part 3 - Afterparty (Tuna cutting show) https://www.youtube.com/live/ery0aWATjWk

GIKOGIKO KAIJI TUNA | KOJIRA

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SHISHA CAFE, BAR & COMMUNITY SPACE

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JEROEN’S TOKYO VISIT

FINAL THOUGHTS 🤔

What are your thoughts on the instant translation of food videos to enhance global accessibility?

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What is your opinion regarding Trump’s visit to PUBKEY and purchasing food & beverages with Bitcoin?

PUBKEY:

Smash Burger: $12.50 x 50 = $625.00

Diet Coke: $3.00 x 50 = $150.00

Subtotal: $775.00

Tax: $68.77

20% gratuity: $155.00

Total: $998.77 A former president spending #bitcoin at your bar: PRICELESS.

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fin💐

September Issue 1 | https://habla.news/u/zap.cooking/ZAP-COOKING-NEWSLETTER-4yxs6s