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Posts by Monica Kim

Research @VanityFair. Contributing Writer @ModFarm. Writer @WIRED, @NewYorker, @TheAtlantic, @NYMag, etc. Former editor @CNTraveler. I make flowcharts.

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Salad Inc.

Japan now hosts the world’s largest indoor farm, producing up to 10,000 head of lettuce each day.

by Monica Kim· December 17, 2014
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Are You Cool Enough to Drink Switchel?

A colonial farm drink is fast becoming Brooklyn’s hottest beverage.

by Monica Kim· October 23, 2014
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It’s Time We Appreciate The Alpaca

Tired of the Internet’s goat love? Consider the alpaca, a farm animal for the thinking man.

by Monica Kim· August 28, 2014
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Think Twice About Sharing That Six-Legged Animal

Before you share that picture of that six-legged piglet, think about what caused all those legs.

by Monica Kim· August 26, 2014
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5 Ripple Effects From Russia’s Food Ban

From monastic life in Russia to cheese parties in Finland, the results from Putin’s sanctions are manifesting in fun ways.

by Monica Kim· August 22, 2014
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Big Kale Backtracks: No Shortage In Sight

Initial reports from Bejo Seeds have been overturned, so your kale chips are safe – for now.

by Monica Kim· August 15, 2014
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4 Delicious Foods Banned Because of Capitalism

From Choco Pies to McDonald’s, capitalism tastes sinfully good — good enough to be banned.

by Monica Kim· August 14, 2014
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A Bacon-Powered Motorcycle Is Cruising Your Way

Everyone’s favorite cured meat has found new life as an eco-friendly, Hormel-sponsored biofuel.

by Monica Kim· August 12, 2014
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Sorry, Sushi Nail Art Is Not “A Thing” In Japan

Reported as the latest Japanese beauty craze, the sushi nail trend can actually be traced to a single photo.

by Monica Kim· August 8, 2014
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