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You're... Expressive
Friend, you're a big fan of bold, bright flavors... Who says in-your-face is a bad thing, right? Your fun-loving personality means you're likely to pick out the most flamboyant dishes on any menu — caramelized pear in a Brandy cream sauce, yes please...This makes you a total match with mango and chili powder. Okay hear me out, this combo isn't quite as weird as it sounds...The chili's heat offsets the sweet, succulent mango. The next time you've got a hankering for tropical fruit, slice 'em up, and try sprinkling them with a bit of the spicy powder."We all eat, and it would be a sad waste of opportunity to eat badly." — Anna ThomasWant to become a socially conscious foodie? Try out these three tips...1. Eat LocalBeing a foodie isn’t just about snapping #foodporn worthy pics. Don’t get me wrong, that’s a slice of the pie but it sure ain’t the whole thing! So try investing a little time and energy in researching your go-to restaurants.As a foodie, you’ve got the power of the dollar. You get to decide how your cash impacts the world. So if it’s in your budget, try to frequent locally owned, farm-to-table eateries. This’ll build a connection between you and your cuisine while supporting sustainable food systems.2. Learn the HistoryHave you ever bitten into a fast food burger only to stop-short wondering where its limp lettuce and cork-board tasting patty came from? If so, you’re far from alone. It’s wayyy too easy to forget our food has real origins...Get to know your fave snacks by digging into their production. How are their ingredients grown or raised? Are they processed or pre-packaged? This'll help you decide whether or not eating it aligns with your values.3. Don't Mistake Price for QualityThis tip speaks for itself... Just because a restaurant's menu is chock-full of $50+ items doesn't mean it'll be anything to write home about. NEWS FLASH over-priced, under-serving small plate restaurants are on their way out...And you won't catch me tearing up while waving them buh-bye... Hole in the wall eateries are often richer in story and history, anyhow. They offer earnest, genuine food for fair prices."Whose this food geek filling me in?" I'm glad you asked...Hey there, I’m Melissa Arnold 👋 I’m a snack savant and the founder of Food for Thought. What can you expect to find on my site? Articles geared towards sustainability and healthier, more equitable and sustainable food. Plus a whole lot of family-friendly recipes... Better get reading!Still not sure what’s for dinner? Check out my easy to pull off recipes...1) Garlic Herb Roast Chicken and Squash2) 3 Bean Vegan Chilli3) 30 Minute Zucchini Noodles with PestoP.S. Meet me in your inbox? I’ve got the perfect recipe for your flavor combo type...