Curious Cook: Odd food stories


Warmer oceans have caused the spread of a virus that specifically attacks oysters and destroys their immune system in under 48 hours. — YUKIKO KANADA/Unsplash

I injured my knee recently, resulting in a lot of resting on the sofa, reading lots of books, and no hiking at all. And also surfing on my tablet to uncover interesting food stories. The column today reflects some findings from the sofa.

No oysters

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