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Here’s Why Jalapeño Peppers Are Less Spicy Than Ever (www.dmagazine.com)
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[–] [email protected] 3 points 11 months ago

The fragility of tomatoes is mostly why smaller tomato varieties (cherry, grape) are generally much tastier when bought retail or out of season than larger varieties. Smaller objects are sturdier than a larger object of similar shape and material.