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The Hispaniolan solenodon, a rare shrew-like mammal with a venomous bite has been caught on camera. There is only one other species of solendon, and together they are the only mammals which can inject poison into prey through their teeth.

Ilva of the Italian food blog Lucullian Delights has started a weekly Gluten Free Friday feature, starting with an Orange and Coconut cake with Ricotta Frosting.

Le Guin's Lavinia is due out in the UK in May. The review in Strange Horizons sounds rather promising.

Christmas Food Post 3: Recipes for Side Dishes

Stuffing

( Recipe )

Braised Red Cabbage

( Sort of a recipe )

Brandy Butter

( Recipe link, with notes )