What We're Reading: January 8, 2015
Maggie Borden
In the midst of Russia’s economic struggles, a black market for cheese has emerged. [Kitchenette]
New studies suggest traffic light labeling could help us eat better. [Civil Eats]
Don’t toss the brine out with the bathwater: unexpected uses for pickling liquid. [Serious Eats]
It’s stout season! Break out of your Guinness rut with one of these alternative brews. [The Kitchn]
Opinions are changing on the value of fake meat. [Mother Jones]
Even if you don’t live in California, these tips for saving water while cooking are worth a try. [Sunset]
Some may call it a monstrosity, others a miracle: the Turducken of doughnuts. [CHOW]
A visual guide to the life of a sesame seed. [HuffPo]