Episode 3: Spring on the Plate & 'Grandma-core'

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Are we all just one sourdough starter away from becoming our own grandmothers? In this episode of Zesty, we’re exploring the "Grandma-core" revolution - the sudden, collective urge to flee the processed food aisles and return to the land of handmade everything.From the curated, "made-from-scratch" world of Nara Smith to the very real memories of a Polish grandma’s kitchen, we’re breaking down why we’re craving authenticity (and vinegar) more than ever.On the menu this week:The Spring Harvest: Why asparagus and pickles are the ultimate personality traits right now.The Great Divide: Can you truly be "Grandma-core" if you live on Red Bull, cigarettes, and Kinder Buenos?Polish Roots: Heartfelt memories of traditional cooking vs. the modern "trad-wife" aesthetic.We’re celebrating the handmade, the nostalgic, and the delightfully processed.

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Are we all just one sourdough starter away from becoming our own grandmothers? In this episode of Zesty, we’re exploring the "Grandma-core" revolution - the sudden, collective urge to flee the processed food aisles and return to the land of handmade...

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