Animated Recipe: Pine Nut “Ricotta”

An easy-to-follow GIF guide to making a creamy alternative to ricotta cheese

Pine nuts contain essential fatty acids which help to lower the “bad cholesterol” (LDL) and raise the “good cholesterol” (HDL) in our bodies. They also happen to contain a large amount of healthy minerals like manganese, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium. Whether you’re trying to cut out dairy, or you just feel like trying something new, this is a simple and tasty treat. …

Food-Themed Pins and Brooches

From a 40 oz to cherry pie, mischievous accessories with no expiration date

Over the past couple of years enamel pins of all kinds have seen a huge comeback—from the NYC-made sporty and playful Prize Pins, to Melbourne-based Georgia Perry‘s celebrity portraits and Hungry Eyes‘ personified dishes. Food-themed apparel also saw a rise in popularity, but oftentimes leaned too far in the Tumblr-wear direction for many. With this selection of food-themed enamel pins, we have found a way …

Link About It: This Week’s Picks

A planet almost identical to Earth, sneakers for the differently-abled and more in this week's look at the web

1. How to Survive Work on Little to No Sleep Eight hours of sleep might be recommended for a good night’s rest, but it’s not always possible—especially with work deadlines, late-night partying and nightmares getting in the way. Luckily, scientists have offered their expertise on how to get through the day with little to no sleep. Some come as no surprise (ie: drinking coffee), but …