Coca leaf beer aims to enter global markets from Bolivia
In La Paz a coca leaf flavoured beer from El Viejo Roble liqueurs vies for export as Bolivia, the world’s third biggest coca producer, pushes to normalize the leaf. WHO will review coca leaf benefits, potentially decriminalizing its uses. Cocaleros hope the research spurs revenue while guarding traditional practices.
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la Paz
Bolivia
Trinidad Pampa
South America
el Viejo Roble
World Health Organization
Lizzette Torrez
Adrian Alvarez
Alvarez
Peru
WHO
Juan Carlos Alurralde
Colombia
Vienna
Geneva
Alurralde
Trinidad
Pampa
Juan de Dios Cocarico
Yungas
Start with a blank canvas for creative cooking
A chef advises starting from a blank culinary canvas using pizza or pasta as flexible bases. Begin with simple pre made crusts or breads, inspect pantry and freezer, and experiment with non traditional sauces and ingredients. Emphasizes learning by trial and error, notes keeping a kitchen journal, and personal growth through cooking at home.
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Preserve centuries-old Mount Vernon cherries found in 40 million renovation
Archaeologists at Mount Vernon uncovered dozens of bottles containing cherries and berries from 250 years ago in the mansion cellar. DNA testing by the USDA and tests on cherry pits are underway, with researchers noting remarkable preservation. The find came during a $40 million restoration ahead of the 2026 milestone.
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Mount Vernon
George Washington
Potomac River
Jason Boroughs
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Benjamin Gutierrez
USDA
George
Martha Washington
Washington
Alleghenies
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