At the two Michelin-starred R-Haan, executive chef Chumpol Jangprai goes back to his time in Europe for his festive menu.
Fresh off the back of being appointed as “Sustainable Food Ambassador for FeedUp@UN”, chef Chumpol’s new menu is called “Sustainable R-Haan Sambrub” and is, by far, the best I’ve had at R-Haan. Moving away from straightforward Thai served in a modern style, chef Chumpol has added a bit of European flair to the menu.
Begin with “Welcome To Thailand”, which are four snacks. North Excursion is represented in a Spicy minced duck salad with herbs done Lanna style; Central Thai Visit is a Golden crispy river prawn cake; E-sarn Journey is a 24-month fermented fish from Korat baked with Cheese and black galingale; and the Southern Wander is a Spicy Mae Klong mackerel salad with rice filled with betel leaf.
Sea Sand Sun.
Each course of the festive menu goes by a greeting number, for eg “Greeting 1”, and each has a name. “Greeting 1: sea to the mountain” is a spicy Bangtaboon crab salad served with Thai avocado and a fresh vegetable salad. Since it’s the season, it is paired with a bubbly. The “Sea Sand Sun” is live abalone from the eastern coast of Thailand. A favourite is the “Paradise Island”, which is a plant-based dish though it doesn’t taste like one! Grilled Phuket lobster with tom yum bisque is served with a plant-based “meat” and micro coriander.
The “Sweet and Sour Twist” of Grilled Thai duck breast with longan honey, Singha Park passion fruit sauce, yellow chilli and Ratchaburi organic fig brings the flavour of the chilli minus the heat. “Crunchy Merry Xmas” comes in the form of grilled sea grouper belly with salt fish sauce served with highland brown rice.
Heaven In Thailand.
Paradise Island.
Crunchy Merry Xmas.
Infinity Sweet Of Life.
Sweet and Sour Twist.
The “Meat Lover Boxing Day” is a choice between a charcoal-grilled Korat Wagyu A5 served with five festive mushroom chilli paste or a red grouper served with the same chilli paste. Taking a break between the single serves and the main course is the “One Moment Please” palate cleanser of savoury karonda fruit with a bubbly. Yum!
For mains or “Heaven In Thailand”, indulge in a traditional masaman with grilled Kamphaeng Saen beef shank or a Kurobuta pork. Each choice is served with a new brown rice pot pie, the pastry of which is delicious, and mixed herbs.
The “Infinity Sweet Of Life” ends the meal with fresh young coconut milk ice cream, the coconuts of which come from Ban Phaeo in Samut Sakhon; Thai crispy pancake with Wang Nam Khiao lavender and Mountain taro custard with Chiang Mai chocolate.
“Happy New Year 2021” are petite fours, which are the auspicious New Year orange, Sukhothai dried rice ball with dates (yum, yum, yum), lavender macaron and a monthong durian darathong.
COMECE addresses the EU Commission on Covid-19 strategy
“It is crucial to maintain the dialogue with Churches”
On the occasion of the last 2020 meeting of the COMECE Standing Committee on Tuesday 15 December 2020, the Bishops also addressed the European Commission Strategy on “Staying safe from Covid-19 during winter”. While welcoming the efforts for a coordinated and sustainable EU approach against the current pandemic, COMECE urges the European institutions to consult with Churches and religious communities especially when considering recommendations that have an impact on religious matters.
Following the publication of the European Commission strategy“Staying safe from Covid-19 during winter” on Wednesday, 2 December 2020, COMECE recalls the commitment enshrined in Article 17 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU). In this context, consulting with Churches and religious communities when references that also concern religious matters are being considered in EU documents is particularly crucial.
The document adopted by the European Commission recommends Member States to “consider avoiding large services or using online, TV or radio broadcast, in case of ceremonies, […] and banning of communal singing”. While understanding the concern behind the recommendation, COMECE cannot support the method for which the EU institutions opted in providing such an orientation.
Furthermore, COMECE would also like to highlight that Article 17.1 TFEU underlines the exclusive national competence for determining the relations between Church and State and the non-interference of the EU in these relations.
“The lack of EU competence – states Fr. Manuel Barrios Prieto, General Secretary of COMECE – should be a reason morefor the EU institutions toinvolve religious authorities when considering non-binding recommendations on matters related to religious celebrations, in full respect of freedom of religion”.
As highlighted by the Presidents of all EU Bishops’ Conferences in a recent message addressed to the EU and the Member States, “the respect for the freedom of religion of believers in full respect of sanitary requirements is a crucial element for the Church in many EU Member States during the current pandemic”.
Non-binding EU recommendations on this matter, especially if taken without consulting with Churches and religious communities, may put at risk the efforts made in these recent months by EU Member States, together with local Churches and religious communities, to ensure that health measures are in place during celebrations, while avoiding violations of freedom of religion.
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FMI has compiled a study on fruit pomace, which offers an analysis and forecast of the fruit pomace market, in its publication titled, ‘Fruit Pomace Market: Global Industry Analysis 2013-2017 and Opportunity Assessment 2018-2027. This report on the fruit pomace market covers some of the vital facets that are key influencing factors on the demand and supply of fruit pomace over the next several years. An in-depth review of the growth drivers, potential challenges, unique trends, and opportunities for market participants equips readers to fully comprehend the overall landscape of the fruit pomace market. The report on the fruit pomace market also covers the analysis of key regions and countries of particular interest that are anticipated to become frontrunners or remain laggards in the fruit pomace market over the forecast period. The report covers a historical analysis of the fruit pomace market from 2013 to 2017, and provides forecasts from 2018 to 2027 in terms of volume in metric tons and revenue in US$.
Fruit pomace is a by-product of the fruit processing industry. It is the mass of the raw materials left after juice or oil has been extracted. Basically, the peels, seeds, pulp, and also the stem of the fruit is fruit pomace. Thus, it is very rich in nutrition, and contains a higher content of dietary fibers. It has been discarded as waste for several years. But the recent applications of fruit pomace in the food and beverage industry, and also in cosmetics and personal care has increased the demand for fruit pomace. Major utilization of fruit pomace is in animal feed and as dietary supplements. Recent research has resulted in the introduction of fruit pomace in the production of biofuel. Various fruits are being used for fruit pomace production, such as apples, citrus fruits, bananas, berries, grapes, and mangoes. Citrus peels and apple pomace are commercially used for the production of pectin.
This report on the fruit pomace market has been broken down into different chapters to enhance clarity and provide context. A brief executive summary at the beginning of the report consists of some of the key findings of the study on the fruit pomace market, as well as market estimates and growth rates for important segments. The following chapter presents the definitions and scope of the study, as well as coverage in terms of the way the fruit pomace market is structured. Subsequently, the chapter on market background presents the evolution of fruit pomace, relevant economic indicators such as GDP, including an assessment of the supply chain, policy developments, and regulatory scenario, and dynamics impacting the fruit pomace market, as well as an explanation of the factors considered important to develop forecasts and estimates. The report on the fruit pomace market also includes a chapter on pricing analysis, highlighting price point variations between different regions and products, including pricing forecasts. The following chapters dive deep into the global fruit pomace market, covering detailed information based on grade, nature, end use, packaging, and sales channel. The next set of chapters provide region-wise analysis and forecasts of the fruit pomace market, covering vital aspects of the market in North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa.
A dashboard view of some of the key companies operating in the fruit pomace market in terms of their offerings, regional presence, and other metrics is a precursor to the detailed profiles of these participants, including financial information, strategy overview, SWOT analysis, and market share, as well as analyst commentary. Some of the key players analyzed in the fruit pomace market report include Lemon Concentrate S.L., LaBudde Group, Inc., Citrosuco S.A., Sucocitrico Cutrale Ltd, Agrana Beteiligungs-AG, Marshall Ingredients, LLC, Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Polyphenolics Inc., FruitSmart Inc., Pacific Coast Fruit Products Ltd., GreenField Sp. z o.o., Appol sp. z o.o., Whole Vine Products, and Yantai North Andre Juice Co. Ltd.To develop the market estimates for fruit pomace, the overall production of different varieties of fruits in various regions, the amount of fruits being processed, and the quantity of pomace produced from processing have been taken into account. The quantity of fruit pomace being converted into dry pomace, and the commercial utilization of the dry pomace is cross-referenced from various end-use applications. The prices of fruit pomace have been obtained from manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers for bulk quantities at a country level. It is imperative to note that, in an ever-fluctuating economy, we not only provide forecasts in terms of CAGR but also analyze on the basis of key parameters such as year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth, to understand the predictability of the market and identify the right opportunities. To understand key segments in terms of their growth and performance in the global fruit pomace market, Future Market Insights has also presented a market attractiveness index. The resulting index should help providers identify existing market opportunities in the global fruit pomace market.
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Protests have been at center-stage since last year in India, be it the recent farmer protests or the anti-Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) protests last year, or student protests on a variety of issues criticizing the current government. Scrutinizing the responses of the Narendra Modi government and their allies towards them, one cannot miss how these reactions have a fundamental element of attacking religious identity.
While Indian farmers from Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan were protesting against the government at the borders of New Delhi, the United Nations General Assembly was discussing its Agenda Item 15 for the 75th session, on Culture of Peace. One of the highlights during the session’s discussion on the item was a speech made by the Indian representative, First Secretary Ashish Sharma. His speech was iconic as he targeted the U.N. and at the same time asked the U.N. Alliance of Civilizations to be vocal about and cognizant of the atrocities and violence committed against non-Abrahamic religions like Hinduism, Sikhism and Buddhism. He also mentioned how this disparity in treating violence against different religions will only go on to corroborate Samuel P. Huntington’s claims about a clash of civilizations.
The entire speech by Sharma was an eye opener as to how violence against religions in contemporary times also has an underlined connotation of global power politics. But if Sharma’s speech is closely looked at, and compared with what is happening in New Delhi, India’s words on a global platform do not seem to match its actions on domestic issues.
In New York, Sharma made several allegations against Pakistan, one of which involved the perilous state of minorities in that country. The situation of minorities in India, however, do not seem to be any better. A 22-year old Hindu man told The Caravan in an interview that he, along with other Hindu men, took part in communal violence against Muslims, destroying their belongings and beating them up. Something that was even more saddening from this interview was to know that the Delhi police were directly involved in such violence, telling these men that the police wouldn’t be present in Muslim areas where they can attack the minorities, unrestricted.
In another article by The New York Times, Kaushar Ali, one of the victims of the Delhi police’s violence, said that when he approached the police for help, he was thrown on the ground and beaten up along with other Muslim men. Among these men, one died due to internal injuries from the violence perpetrated by the police. Despite a video capturing the incident going viral no concrete action was taken by the Modi government to which the Delhi police report.
Such instances only showcase that the treatment of minorities in India remains problematic, to put it mildly. The treatment of Muslims during the anti-CAA protests was so violent that it was termed a “pogrom” by Mira Kamdar in an article in The Atlantic due to the complicity of the authorities and the police while citizens were openly rioting against religious minorities.
Certain other elements in Sharma’s speech would make anyone point out the discrepancy between the current government’s global aspirations and its domestic actions. For example, the first secretary greatly emphasized how religion should not be misused to justify and propagate personal agendas. But recently, farmers who were protesting against legislation that seeks to reform the agricultural sector were termed as Sikh separatists by the chief minister of Haryana who belongs to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. This was a clear indication that many close to the Modi government seek to portray these protestors as anti-national, based on their religious identity.
Another claim by Sharma in his speech at the Assembly was how intolerance has become the norm in the contemporary world. It is clear that New Delhi has not done much to push back against this norm at home; a crucial test ahead for world to gauge its commitment to tolerance will be to see how it handles the ongoing protests in the country. Will the current government be tolerant toward such protestors and try to match the words that New Delhi has spoken at global forums with its actions at home?
Arkoprabho Hazra is a Young India Fellow at Ashoka University who has completed his undergraduate studies in political science. He writes on Indian foreign policy, Rohingya refugee crisis and the Middle East. His writings have been published by South Asia Democratic Forum and South Asia Centre, London School of Economics. He tweets @ArkoprabhoH.
MEPs adopted temporary measures to keep the tunnel railway connection between continental Europe and the UK running after the end of the transition period.
The Parliament approved the temporary rules under urgent procedure with 684 votes in favour (3 against, 2 abstentions).
Parliament voted in October on legislation allowing France to negotiate a new international agreement with the UK regarding the governance of the Channel Tunnel Fixed Link. The Intergovernmental Commission would remain the main safety authority for the tunnel. That agreement has not yet been reached.
To avoid rail traffic being interrupted in the Channel Tunnel Fixed Link as of 1 January 2021, the Parliament agreed to temporarily extend safety licences and certificates to allow France and the UK sufficient time to conclude a bilateral agreement. The licence for the current tunnel infrastructure manager would remain valid for two months after the end of the transition period. The safety certificates and licences issued under EU law to UK companies would be extended for nine months.
Other contingency measures will be put to the vote on Friday, 18 December to provisionally maintain cross-border connectivity between the UK and the EU on roads and by air as of 1 January 2021.
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The temporary rules have to be adopted also by the Council. They will enter into force when published on EU Official Journal and cease to apply on 1 October 2021 at the latest.
Westchester’s first independent bookstore opens doors
Fall weather has set in, opening the doors to the Holiday season and there is no better place to enjoy the spirit of the Holidays than at a local bookstore.
The Book Jewel, Westchester’s first independent bookstore, opened in late August and has quickly become a transformative space for the Westchester community. Sean Moor, manager of The Book Jewel, says about the opening, “Westchester’s unique, tight knit community immediately welcomed our small business with open arms. In turn, our bookstore has quickly been filled with the character and life of the place. Paiges, our locally rescued store kitten, has especially become a highlight of visiting The Book Jewel.”
Books are uniquely personal gifts and so are the spaces that house them. As The Book Jewel bravely opened its doors during the pandemic, they have prioritized the health and safety of their customers by providing a socially distanced and sanitized environment. “Our decision to open our store during a pandemic was one to empower and contribute to the community in a time of need. Books are a vital source of information and entertainment, and we wanted to safely give customers the opportunity to enjoy our inspiring space and take home a real, tangible book for company” says Moor.
In these unprecedented times, independent bookstores are struggling to rival the economic conditions of the pandemic, but thankfully The Book Jewel’s roots are in the community, and the business continues to thrive with the help of the local neighborhood and loyal customers. Although The Book Jewel is not yet hosting in person events or readings, they engage their community through weekly newsletters and an online book club, which recently finished Caste by Isabel Wilkerson.
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As a house of culture and ideas, The Book Jewel prioritizes and promotes diversity and inclusion through its expansive politics, African American studies, LGBQT+ and feminist literature collections. Their children’s section also reflects local authors, communities of color and the diversity of the store as a whole. Moor says about their curation, “We believe all voices should be reflected in writing and literature. Our collections focus on showcasing a diversity of authors, especially in our own community.”
Karen Dial, owner of The Book Jewel, is looking forward to the upcoming seasons, “We are beyond grateful for the support our community has shown since opening our doors in late August. This bookstore in many ways is the fulfillment of a life-long dream and I wanted it to be an inclusive space for everyone. I believe that the magic of our store is that anyone who visits can find a book or gift that speaks to them personally, and the welcoming space invites them to do so.”
The Book Jewel’s interior is authentic and inviting, a reprieve from the digital world we exist in. The 3,000sq ft space is framed with dark Victorian bookshelves stretching to the vaulted wooden ceiling. It is a place where the past dwells among the books we love most, and the present offers itself up in the brilliant new authors waiting to be discovered.
The Book Jewel offers the perfect combination of past and present, new and used titles. In addition to the hardy paperbacks, The Book Jewel also offers unique stationary, literary apparel, games & puzzles, candles and other local artisan gifts.
In this season of giving, The Book Jewel is full of treasures to share. There is a wealth of joy and love to be found among the carefully curated shelves and heartfelt gifts.
The Book Jewel’s warm atmosphere makes it the perfect place for holiday shopping, but knowing that you are supporting your local community in doing so, makes it the gift that keeps on giving.
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