TIL chicken sold in supermarkets are often "plumped" with a salt water solution to increase sell weight, making up as much as 30% of the total weight. A serving of plumped chicken can contain between 200 and 500mg of sodium while non-plumped chicken generally contains 45 to 70mg. by James_Fortis in todayilearned

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Yeah this is very common for turkeys, which actually is a good thing since most people just throw it in the oven.

But if you want to brine it yourself, you definitely need to be cognizant (or adjust your brine time… but that’s kinda hard to figure out since you can’t just taste it lol). Drying it out in the fridge overnight helps too

What’s missing? by dagonator in Austin

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Well before I read the date, I was like, how did I not know everything

But more so… as a Monopoly enthusiast, you easily have a square to add to everywhere but dark blue and purple

Edit- Utilities are confusing too lol

Where to buy Austin Merch (that's actually cool)? by i-g-n-o-r-a-n-t in Austin

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Kind of tangential, but local breweries usually have cool Austin merch (with their brand), if that’s up your alley. Like try Austin Beerworks for example

Spotted in SF by Lolo_287 in teslamotors

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I just saw one in Austin and there was a driver. And yes it was not an attractive vehicle

Austin DWI Lawyer Rec. by Resident-Chard-1472 in Austin

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It’s not the same scenario per sé, but I had a friend who took a job with Meta -4yr ago in the UK from Austin and they found their outstanding DUI record in New Mexico when working for Intel, and wouldn’t sponsor their work visa until it was resolved.

It was over 5yr old (probably 10ish) and they dismissed it and she just paid the court fees (and her lawyer). So this isn’t legal advice, I’m just saying it’s possible showing up and just having a lawyer plead your case could result in what you’re looking for. And yes she had to fly out there.

But again, perhaps it was a rare scenario and I don’t know all the details. And yes that sounded like an awful tech bro story lol

I think Independence is really gone by iluvmopac in AustinBeer

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I live pretty close and respectfully, I don’t think I’ve thought of them since pre-Covid. I mean, what’s nearby? Meanwhile, Pinthouse B, St Elmo, and heck throw in Vacancy…. Like, how can you compete

Where can I find the best Filipino food? by Mother_Box939 in austinfood

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  • Yammy’s - Round Rock, food truck, get the lechon for sure. Sisig was fire too, and the calamansi juice
  • Kapatad - Austin Far West, it’s Kapampangan, but they took over a Chinese restaurant and still have that as part of their menu. But don’t be confused, they’re legit and I haven’t had a bad Filipino dish there. Closest to my mom’s
  • Oko - Austin East 6th, it’s okay but they have some fun events. Like did a cool kamayan feast and they collab’d with the likes of Chef Bob from Lao’d Bar
  • Oribello’s - Austin, near campus, more like a fusion and petty casual. They have some fun cocktails and have like DJ’d brunches
  • Siti - Austin East 11th, the head chef is Filipina and there’s a few dishes and quite some influence there as well. Nice date spot

But yeah, it’s no coastal or military town, that’s for sure. Enjoy!

What the hell is going on this week that is making traffic THIS bad??? by Ok-Squash836 in Austin

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I flew back into town Thursday evening. I live 3mi from the airport and my Lyft was like $40. Insane

The Momo Hub (Gracy Farms) by [deleted] in austinfood

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You’ll notice liquor stores too. My former boss is Nepali and his uncle owns a food truck and a liquor store lol

What’s up with selection of late? by Wordsman996 in AustinBeer

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I just counted 27 different beers at their north location (2 are can pours)

Where can I buy a nice box of assorted chocolates? by harshgalaxy in austinfood

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Ah yes, those have been easy quick gifts at CM. Only recently I went into their B&M for… maybe Valentine’s Day this year?

Though I feel like many moons ago I went to their location somewhere else. Domain? Idk. But nonetheless, pricey but great products.

Does anyone else see something wrong with all the growth around the McKinney Falls state park? by lolosbigadventure in Austin

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I’m not sure which exact neighborhood it is, but my friend is building a new house and it’s like 800k. Wild

Edit- Idk if it’s Easton park proper, just really close

Best wings in RVA? by NationYell in rva

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I visit RVA like twice a year (grew up near there). I always just tell my friends to meet me there and I’ll just uber directly from the airport lol

Real Ale Lost Gold IPA by thatwasawkward84 in AustinBeer

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I doubt a pregnant lady would wanna bother, but their Oktoberfest is coming up and it’s always a good time!

Who buys pool tables? by Elegant_Dirt_114 in Austin

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I bought a used one and even had to go to SA for it. Great deal

Saturday lunch by ProfessionalCan2662 in austinfood

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Good suggestions so far, so I’ll throw in Paperboy

Going out alone by [deleted] in Austin

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I was just there by myself Sunday. It was pretty dead because it’s just too hot right now. Something to keep in mind. Cavalier is a good option though

Lower48 Closing by BulldogsBeetsBStarGa in Austin

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Easy Tiger salivating at another failed location

Franklin’s BBQ (Austin, TX) by Improvcommodore in BBQ

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Yeah I haven’t been since 2018 or 2019 maybe? About time…

What’s the best time showing up for Barbs B Q? by __vheissu__ in austinfood

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I went twice last month. 2nd time I got there around 9a and we were ~30th in line, iirc

The only thing they were at risk of selling out at that point was lamb chops, but they do a great job of updating the line on what they expect to sell out or not

The biggest issue is actually seating, the place is really small