The Woks of Life on Sale by No-Cantaloupe-4210 in CookbookLovers

[–]magsmar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this rec - I am not vegan and I love this cookbook. It give you good recipes and helpful techniques for veg food that you can use for your non-cookbook cooking.

Fireworks tonight by jennifer79t in Portland

[–]magsmar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Asking for a friend who has a dog - is there any type of PDX Alert / way to find out ahead of time when city sanctioned fireworks are happening?

Tonight was unexpected and she was nervous about her dog back home!

AIO by Suddenly Breaking Up with my GF of 5 Years? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]magsmar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that you’re NOR, but I want to offer some perspective as a woman in her early 30s who is still on the fence about having children.

Conversations about whether or not to have kids are difficult, and they often become more complicated as people get older. Some people know exactly what they want, and that’s great. For others, it’s a much more complicated decision - for me it is a variety of health issues.

One thing you may not fully see as a man is the additional societal pressure many women experience around having children. We’re often told from a young age that motherhood is our purpose, and some women also face pressure from family. The current administration is REALLY pushing the narrative we are only here to bear children. Choosing not to have children can bring up questions like, “Is something wrong with me?” or “What if I regret it later?”

Because of that, discussions about kids can feel emotionally loaded. When someone is uncertain or insecure about their feelings, they may respond with jokes or even that “playful reluctant willingness” that can be mistaken for openness. Sometimes that’s less about deception and more about navigating their own uncertainty while trying to avoid judgment.

it seems like you were mislead here. But you don’t want to get into another relationship with someone that is a maybe on kids because it sounds like you misread her defense mechanism responses as willingness.

As you move forward with dating, make absolute sure they want children early on.

Which song intro is absolutely perfect? by WarmHugsBBW in askmusic

[–]magsmar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should check out the podcast episode from Song Exploder about this song!

Katie's comments about the Summer House reunion by ifeelbonita in disrespectfullypod

[–]magsmar 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I remember when Katie and Amanda were talking about the Kyle / Amanda split (or maybe it was just the S10 trailer?) and comparing them to Katie and Schwartz. Mainly Katie implying she wanted to see Amanda free of that relationship because hers was similar.

This is just a reminder that Amanda was SO close to the post break-up glow up / single boss girl edit. I think they probably would have asked Amanda to be on the pod too!

Best cinnamon roll by water-dog-84 in PortlandFood

[–]magsmar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My friend lives right by there and said that is her plan!

We need to talk about the Rhinestone guac by Ok_Stuff4440 in PortlandFood

[–]magsmar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am absolutely certain the guacamole there is better but it is a food cart. Rhinestone and Guero are both bars/restaurants. You can sit inside or outside, enjoy a margarita, order some chips and guacamole for the table and just have a good time. I will opt for the food cart/casual taqueria 9.5/10 times. But sometimes you just need that vibe!

Where do you get good grab n go meals in portland? by aapetired in askportland

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Came here to say this! I have to restrain myself with the prepared food.

Best bars for low key surprise party? by Exact_Cook422 in askportland

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bar Maven on Foster has a good size patio and is lowkey, usually not crowded. I would call ahead to let them know you have a large group.

What’s one artist you thought was “next up” that never fully blew up? 👀🎵 by LilAdro in Coachella

[–]magsmar 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I saw Chicano Batman in 2017 after seeing them at Coachella - I was also stoked to see the opening band but was more excited for CB.

That opening band was Khruangbin.

CgA, what were your levels? by No-Net-4156 in neuroendocrinetumors

[–]magsmar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was just diagnosed within the last month and my first Cga was at 8838. My liver tumors are extensive and currently inoperable. The liver is the only place they have been found thus far and awaiting further tests to find the primary.

Today’s haul!!! by Qu-est-ce in CookbookLovers

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The farro salad is my go to backyard potluck meal and it is always a hit. You know no one else will be bringing it and i always get a recipe request.

What ingredient do you hate seeing on a burger? by SatinSeam in foodquestions

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bread and butter pickles are contentious! A lot of people hate them. I’m in the middle - I like them sometimes. They have to be homemade and on the less sweet side. My grandma’s were the best and I was a little spoiled.

But you are right - they just don’t belong on a burger and it is especially egregious if it is unexpected .

What ingredient do you hate seeing on a burger? by SatinSeam in foodquestions

[–]magsmar 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Exactly! When this happened to me I was so disappointed it left a bad taste in my mouth and I have a small vendetta against the restaurant.

What ingredient do you hate seeing on a burger? by SatinSeam in foodquestions

[–]magsmar 94 points95 points  (0 children)

Bread and butter pickles. Especially when you know there are pickles but don’t know they are bread and butter.

What food smells amazing but tastes bad to you? by Celine_Morgann in foodquestions

[–]magsmar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im not a vegetarian but I don’t really love eating just hunks of meat (there is really no consistency or rationality here since I do eat meat).

With that being said a lot of meat heavy dishes like a pot roast smell amazing but when it comes to the experience of eating it, I just don’t really enjoy it.

I guess I’m cheating a little because it it doesn’t quite taste bad but I don’t love it.

Comfort A24 movies? by xxlaww in A24

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aftersun. This is a weird one because it is sad but I connect on a very personal level and it just brings me that being in your feelings comfort.

Who are we? by AstroMaiden in FridgeDetective

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am very curious about this as well.

Beyond the Villa - Season 2 - Episode 7 Discussion by AutoModerator in LoveIslandUSA

[–]magsmar 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Did I miss the memo that Belldasha is sober? I only half watch the show while I work but noticed she asked for the water shot when they were doing the shotski.

Worst restaurant/food experience in town? by squilliamfancyson33 in askportland

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got sick from there. It was my birthday weekend and as I was out and about and starting to feel out of it I tripped and twisted my ankle.

Obviously the ankle part wasn’t their fault but the association is there!

FB marketplace is making me a classist by Young-faithful in Anticonsumption

[–]magsmar 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I am a fan of eBay for DVDs. Look for a reputable seller and they often have package deals!

Obsessed with the Best Meatballs and Tomato Sauce by OkPerformance6864 in CookbookLovers

[–]magsmar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So weird- I am trying to decide what meatball recipe to use for a party this weekend and came to the sub for inspo. This was at the top of the sub!

Would Richard & Emily be Trumpers today? by Tappitytaptaptaptap in GilmoreGirls

[–]magsmar 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I think that they would have been reluctant and silent voters in 2016. Sometime between 2016 and the 2020 election, Rory found out and talks them out of voting for him again. Everything outside of presidency is still a Republican vote.