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From the Desk of Alicia Kennedy

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Essays, criticism, and interviews on food, culture, and media sent out on Monday morning. Paid subscribers receive additional posts on Fridays and have access to commenting, the recipe archive, and more.

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About Alicia Kennedy

I'm a food and culture writer. My book NO MEAT REQUIRED is out now from Beacon Press. ON EATING is forthcoming from Hachette.

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