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Buzz Feed
02-06-2025
- General
- Buzz Feed
People Share How To Ruin A Date In 10 Seconds
There's nothing worse than getting to know someone over the phone for weeks, only to go on a date with them and find out there are absolutely NOOO good vibes between you. It's this kind of predicament that sparked a conversation in the r/AskReddit subreddit. U/urasianbella asked, "You have 10 seconds to ruin a date. What do you say?" The responses were hilarious and unhinged. Here are a few of them: "Can we make this quick? My mom needs me home for my bath soon." "Gonna have to take a rain check, the wife is going into labor." "I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti." "'Will you marry me?' —Ross Geller." "Dad?" "Did your mom tell you I dated her five years ago?" "I'm MAGA, but Biden was cool." "Wait, so how tall did you say you were again?" "Apparently, I just have to be myself but a bit faster." "I want a man who takes care of all my bills. 😏" "I told my parents I think you're the one. They're on the way here to meet you." "Let me share my stance on abortion and explain why it's more solid than those who make decisions based on medical degrees or science." "I love you." "My ex and I broke up, but I'm still living at his place. Would you mind dropping me off there?" "I can burp on command, so I'll just let out a loud one or as many as I can in 10 seconds." "I just got out of jail, can you pay our bill?" "I don't really know if I should tell you this, but I'm pregnant." "Your sister is hot, is she dating anyone?" "Who did you vote for?" "By the way, my ex says I'm a great listener. We still talk sometimes." "Say nothing. Lock eyes, and shit myself while maintaining eye contact." "'I'm a virgin,' worked for me many times in my virgin days." "So, I'm a little short of funds tonight, but I'm launching a new crypto over the weekend." "I show up. It won't take 10 seconds." "That's what you chose to wear?" "Can you change my diaper?" "Me and my ex used to go here all the time." "I'd say Andrew Tate is the GOAT." "So, are you going to tell me how your face got so jacked up?" "Boy, you're a lot heavier than you look in your pictures." "Hope you don't mind, but my older sister is monitoring this date." "Do you wanna see my body pillow collection?" And finally, "You look like my ex-girlfriend." If you needed to ruin a date in 10 seconds, what would you say? Let us know in the comments!
Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Times
The five best wines to buy at Lidl this summer — for £7.99 or less
The selection from Lidl is more classically based than many other supermarkets, with plenty of well-priced examples from established European wine regions such as Chianti, Bordeaux and Gavi. The range is refreshed frequently with new wines as part of Lidl's 'Wine Tours'. These can be interesting but are often snapped up quickly and hard to find. 2023 Corte Alle Mura Chianti Italy (13%) £5.69An easy-drinking, juicy chianti that combines succulent dark fruit with a light, silky mouthfeel. It pairs well with summer barbecue food or lighter dishes. 2022 Primitivo di Manduria Italy (14%) £7.49If steak night is coming up, pop a bottle of this velvety, bold, rich red in your trolley. Produced in Puglia, it has notes of black fruit, mocha and dark
Telegraph
07-05-2025
- General
- Telegraph
Duck ragu and pappardelle
This recipe is simple but also comforting and super-tasty. You can make the pasta, or don't. If using dried pasta, rather than pappardelle, I would use rigatoni or mezze maniche. Overview Prep time 30 mins Cook time 2 hrs 30 mins Serves 5 Ingredients For the pappardelle 700g 00 flour 300g fine semolina, plus extra for dusting 5 egg yolks, plus 3 whole eggs For the duck ragu 2 duck legs 75g pancetta, finely diced 1 large red onion, finely chopped 1 medium carrot, finely chopped 1 small celery stick, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 red chilli, finely chopped 1 tsp mild dried chilli flakes (such as pul biber) 250ml Chianti 1 x 400g tin of plum tomatoes, drained and rinsed under cold water 200ml good chicken stock 2 bay leaves 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar Parmesan, grated, to serve (optional) Method Step For the pasta dough, mix 700g 00 flour and 300g fine semolina together on a clean work surface. Make a well in the centre and add 5 egg yolks and 3 whole eggs. Use a fork to gradually draw in the flour from the edges until a rough dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Wrap and rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Step Once rested, divide the dough into manageable pieces. Roll it out using a pasta machine or rolling pin until thin (setting 6 or 7 on most machines). Cut into wide ribbons – 2-3cm – for pappardelle. Dust with semolina and set aside. Step For the ragu, generously season 2 duck legs. In a large, lidded heavy-based pan, brown them thoroughly, skin-side down first, until they are deeply golden and the fat has rendered, about 6-7 minutes. Turn and colour the other side briefly, then lift them out. Step Add 75g finely diced pancetta to the pan and cook in the duck fat until just golden. Add 1 large red onion, 1 medium carrot, 1 small celery stick, 2 garlic cloves and 1 fresh red chilli, all finely chopped. Cook gently for 15-20 minutes until soft, sweet and beginning to catch. Stir in 1 tsp mild dried chilli flakes and cook for 1 minute more. Step Return the duck legs to the pan. Pour in 250ml Chianti and let it reduce by half, about 10-15 minutes. Add 1 x 400g tin of plum tomatoes, drained and rinsed under cold water, 200ml good chicken stock, 2 bay leaves and 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook gently for about 1½ hours until the duck is tender. Step Remove the duck legs, take the meat off the bone and chop into small pieces. Return it to the sauce and simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Step Cook the pappardelle in well-salted boiling water for 2-3 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving a splash of cooking water, and toss the pasta with the ragu. Loosen with a little pasta water if needed. Serve with grated Parmesan, if you like.
Wall Street Journal
05-05-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Brides Settle for Costco Flowers and American Wine as Tariffs Rain on Wedding Season
Kelly Elizabeth planned on dazzling guests at her Newport, R.I., wedding with wines from France and Italy that matched each person's preference. She was narrowing in on European vendors when her fantasy was shattered by an uninvited guest: President Trump, who in April announced a 20% duty on European imports. While most of Trump's tariffs have been put on pause, so have Elizabeth's dreams of Bordeaux and Chianti.
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First Post
30-04-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Choosing the pope over pizza? How the cardinals' choice of eatery can decide the next pontiff
On May 7, the College of Cardinals will meet under the roof of the Sistine Chapel to elect Pope Francis' successor at the conclave. However, discussions and lobbying for this important position occurs earlier at tiny eateries near the Vatican over pasta, pizza and other Italian food read more Chinese cardinal Stephen Chow Sau-Yan (C) arrives for the seventh congregation meeting at The Vatican. Cardinals from around the world dine in the quiet streets of the Borgo district on the outskirts of Vatican City. AFP The coming week is significant for the Catholic Church. On May 7, cardinals, who have converged in Vatican City following the demise of Pope Francis, will meet under the roof of the Sistine Chapel where they will decide the new head of the Church. However, very few are aware that the decision on who should be the next pontiff is actually decided in the small eateries around the Vatican over plates of lasagne, bottles of Chianti and lots of tiramisu, rather than in the Sistine Chapel. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As we gear up for the all-important conclave, we take a closer look at how cardinals are campaigning for votes over meals and bottles of wine. 'Gnocchi negotiations' and 'tagliatelle talks' Many cardinals who are in Vatican City this week ahead of the conclave are using this time to engage in conversations on the state of the Church and the challenges it faces. However, these deep conversations aren't occurring in Casa Santa Marta, the Vatican residence, but in the small, enchanting eateries that are all around Borgo, the small grid of streets next to the Vatican. As Thomas Reese, a Jesuit priest and Vatican expert, told The Telegraph, 'The period before the cardinals go into the conclave is absolutely key. It is when they get to have dinners, coffee and drinks, and to have informal conversations where they can talk to candidates. They will be asking, how does he relate to me, what is his position on various issues?' He further added that it is very possible that this time's pope is elected over a slice of pizza. Notably, in 2005 following the death of Pope John Paul II, a group of cardinals had met in Al Passetto di Borgo, a restaurant, and decided to lobby for German cardinal Joseph Ratzinger. The rest, as they say, is history. He was elected and became Pope Benedict XVI. 'All these informal conversations are extremely important before they go into the conclave because when they are in the Sistine Chapel it is in total silence, except for voting. There's no conversation,' added Father Reese, a columnist for the Catholic news outlet Religion News Service. The cardinals often venture into small eateries in Borgo. However, they often opt for simple attire, as they don't want to be identified. Representational image/AFP What's on the menu The restaurants around the Vatican say they are aware of the cardinals they are serving. However, when asked who visits, they keep mum. However, reports have stated that Tre Pupazzi is often patronised by the cardinals. There's also Il Papalino — which means 'one who supports the pope' — that offers the cardinals, who are also referred to as 'Princes of the Church', a more discreet dining environment in a back room away from the crowds. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The trattoria named Marcantonio, named after the two brothers who own it, are also a popular choice among the cardinals. Antonio Statuto, one of the brothers, even told The Times, 'They come here for lunch and dinner. We mostly get foreign cardinals rather than Italians.' And what do these cardinals like to eat? Pietro Parolin, who is considered as one of the contenders in the papal race, loves his oven-baked fish. Meanwhile, Cardinal Lazarus You Heung-sik from South Korea prefers spaghetti with mussels, clams and prawns followed by a plate of grilled calamari. Most of the eatery owners maintain that the cardinals have 'simple' tastes. For instance, Federica Gianmaria, the owner of Arlu, says that most of the cardinals enjoying typical Roman staples like saltimbocca — the veal cutlets — burrata cheese, and pasta with the carbonara sauce made from fatty cured pork, hard pecorino cheese and eggs. Even Anna Maria Scialanga of Il Papalino agrees. 'They eat very simple fare, they eat our typical Roman cuisine, which is 'poor', she told AFP. This includes dishes such as pasta with amatriciana (tomato, pecorino and pork jowl), gricia (pecorino, black pepper and smoke pork jowl), or carbonara sauces. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'For their second course, they take Roman saltimbocca, normally, tripe or oxtail.' Clients eat ice cream in front of a shop at Borgo Pio near The Vatican. Owners of gelato stores note that often times the cardinals indulge in their sweet tooth. AFP Cardinals' love for gelato Eatery owners around St Peter's Square note that most of the cardinals have a sweet tooth, favouring Italy's ever-famous gelato. As Giuseppe Longobardi, the owner of the famous L'Arena del Gelato store, told AFP, 'Many cardinals, bishops and archbishops have come here in the last 13 years.' One such example is Nicaraguan cardinal Leopoldo Solorzano, who ordered the 'vanilla ice-cream in a small pot'. Another favourite among the cardinals is the 'dulce de leche', or caramelised milk, which was created in honour of Pope Francis as a tribute to the popular sweet spread from his homeland, Argentina. Notably, once the conclave begins all of these cardinals will be locked inside the Sistine Chapel where they will be provided simple meals of soup, spaghetti, small meat kebabs and boiled vegetables cooked by the nuns. With inputs from agencies
