The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Food

Acidulated, botrytis, chapuline–if you consider yourself a foodie, you should know these three words in addition to 47 others. [Huffington Post]

Are you hosting a holiday dinner?  If so, prepare yourself for giving the toast by reading these simple guidelines. [Bon Appetit]

In order to be labeled”extra-virgin,” olive oil cannot been refined in any way by chemicals or high heat.  The EVOO you buy at the store, however, may not actually meet those requirements. [NPR]

The RP’s Recipe of the Week: Kale Chips.  They’re delicious, easy to make snack, and nutritious.