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Why did I think of dcarch

12 years ago

...when I saw this?

I don't know if I'd have the patience to make more than one or two, but it sure has wow factor!

I can't attribute the photo to anyone, as there was no indication of where it came from originally on the photo site I found it on. Don't know what the white bits are either.

Jane

Here is a link that might be useful: {{gwi:1526135}}

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hawk307
12 years ago
tobyt:
That does not look like Dcarch.

The white pieces might be Feta Cheese or some other ???

I cube fruit like that, pour Anisette over it and let it marinate. ( It is Grrrrreaaaaaate )

The Anisette has to be tested first, to be sure it is good.

LOU
Rusty
12 years ago
"That does not look like Dcarch."

I've never seen dcarch,
So I don't know if it looks like him or not. (big grin!)
But it does look like something he might create.

Could the white pieces be Tofu? ?

Lou, the fruit marinated in Anisette sounds really good!

Rusty
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rachelellen
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With watermelon & Kiwis, my guess would be that the white cubes are some sort of creamy gelled dessert, such as the almond jello-like dessert available in Chinese restaurants or an Italian panna cotta.
Jasdip
12 years ago
That looks so good!
I'm thinking it could be mozzarella or mascarpone cheese..

And yes, definitely something DCarch would dream of, and then make!
TobyT
Original Author
12 years ago
In the original photo that I saw (which was bigger), it is easier to see that the white is a creamy smooth substance so I don't think it's feta, but probably more along the lines of what Rachelellen guessed. Could be tofu too. I just google imaged "cubed watermelon kiwi" and that photo came up many times. There is reference to it being feta, and also goat cheese, but no definitive answer so far.
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foodonastump
12 years ago
Googled it quickly, didn't find the owner but every mention of it I saw said feta. I was thinking tofu at first, too, but as I'm "tasting" it in my mind feta would make a whole lot more sense.
TobyT
Original Author
12 years ago
I agree foas, I love that feta, watermelon and mint salad.
Lou, what else do you use anisette for? I like to sip on it, when I need warming up, but have never used it for anything else.
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dcarch7 d c f l a s h 7 @ y a h o o . c o m
12 years ago
Hahaa! Yous guys are nutty! :-)

Actually, I started out on some tomato forums, and I have been known as the nut who grows square tomatoes.

I grew square tomatoes because sandwiches are square.

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colleenoz
12 years ago
Danish feta is creamier and smoother than traditional feta. I would bet the white bits are Danish feta.
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12 years ago
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dcarch7 d c f l a s h 7 @ y a h o o . c o m
12 years ago
"---A cubical mold?"

That's the concept. This is the "engineering":

The mold has to be made so that you can disassemble it, otherwise the tomato can grow so tight and you may not be able to pull it out. To simplify construction, I use packing tape to tape the parts together. Good for one season.

You need to drill a few holes so that water will not collect in the mold causing the fruit to rot.

You can imagine the fun to serve your friends square tomatoes in a party.

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hawk307
12 years ago
tobyt:
I just saw your question.

Anisette and Anise seeds can be used for many medicinal
purposes.

You can Google it and may be surprised.
Chest conjestion is one.
There are too many for me to put in here.
If you find anything good, let me know.

Another use I have for Anisette, is in the winter.
Try a little in your coffee.

Lou
TobyT
Original Author
12 years ago
Who knew? A few of the uses I found:

It is largely employed in France, Spain Italy and South America in the preparation of cordial liqueurs. The liqueur Anisette added to cold water on a hot summer's day, makes a most refreshing drink.
Anise is one of the herbs that was supposed to avert the Evil Eye.
and best of all:
It is still used widely today as a digestive aid and anti-flatulence agent.
Now to convince DH that he should have some anise tea!
Thanks Lou
hawk307
12 years ago
tobyt:

I guess them older Italian guys knew something and
all the while I thought they just liked it in Coffee.

Coffee is supposed to cause flatulence and if Annisette is an Anti-flatuence,
no wonder they used it in their coffee.

Salute !!!
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Think I will start taking a shot every morning.

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