Serving up great ideas from this galaxy and beyond
I’m obsessed with the science behind food creation and production. Food and nutrition are critical to life and areas where scientific facts often get swamped by emotional and political messages (we all have to eat! It would be great if we all understood what we were eating).
Why a cafe?
It’s a place where you can come to find conversation around cool science, explained in a simple, fun way. So when you go to a real brick and mortar cafe you’ll have something new to talk about!
Why Allie’s Milkyway Cafe?
It’s a Cafe because I like the image of hanging out at a cafe talking about Big Ideas (the “third place” for community, after home and work). It’s Allie’s because it’s mine (Allie Cliffe). And Milkyway is a subtle nod to space and beyond – and some of the coolest science ideas around.
What’s on the menu?
You can find appetizers (200 words or fewer) in Small Bites, and more in-depth long reads in Main Entrees. I’ll be adding some Side Dishes – interesting diversions.
And when you’re done reading and want to reach out to me in person, check out Desserts.
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Take a closer look This will guide you to verified, often primary, sources with more detailed information on the topic at hand. Once you get a taste of scientific facts, you might not be able to stop. |
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Pro tip Expert advice and shortcuts. Sometimes TL;DR. |
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Let’s Blast Off! (or, alternatively, Out of this World!) This is the sign that you’re about to read about some really cool, new and different science. Usually there will be links to more detailed sites, if your interest is piqued. |
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Red Herring This little fish is telling you a commonly held belief that is based on misinformation. Watch out for this cute guy! In real life, as well as in the Cafe. |
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Back to Earth The information you are about to read may be sobering, may be mundane, but is a fact that may well influence how you think about this topic. |
Stay tuned for ideas to titillate your brain and stimulate your intellectual tastebuds. And if you have an idea for a blog topic, feel free to email me and let me know. I am always happy for a bit of interest and inspiration.