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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Shoddy Goods, a culture newsletter by Jason Toon from meh.com, publishes long-form historical essays on niche consumer topics—ranging from vintage Halloween costumes and coffee history to lawn darts, salad bars, and…

Likely audience: history enthusiasts

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Substacklast post Aug 2, 2026

Welcome to Cheryl Strayed's newsletter. Everything is free right now. The paid "Dear Sugar" newsletter is on a long-time hiatus.

Likely audience: Mental health advocates

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: AI + IQ publishes weekly essays on AI philosophy, productivity systems, and economic impact for readers seeking practical frameworks to integrate AI into their personal and professional lives. The publication mixes…

Likely audience: AI enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: easygayoven publishes monthly recipes focused on baking and home cooking, featuring specific items like pumpkin pretzels, chocolate alfajores, and mocha marble cake. The publication targets home cooks seeking detailed…

Likely audience: Home bakers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: Pasta Social Club publishes weekly recipes, cooking techniques, and historical food stories focused on Italian cuisine. The publication targets home cooks and food enthusiasts interested in vegetarian dishes, regional…

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: Kirsten Bradley publishes a newsletter blending gardening, astronomy, and food history with personal essays on farming and land use. The content alternates between technical guides on herbs and lunar observations, and…

Likely audience: Home gardeners

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

From recent posts: A Curious Cook publishes weekly recipes and cooking techniques centered on specific regional cuisines, including Italian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean dishes. The publication features detailed preparation methods…

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Yun Hai Taiwan Stories publishes a recurring mix of Taiwanese cuisine recipes, cooking show segments, and holiday event promotions. The publication targets food enthusiasts and cultural followers with specific content…

Likely audience: Taiwanese food enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The Curious About Everything newsletter publishes a rotating mix of personal essays on grief and health, curated links to scientific and cultural articles, and occasional visual art features. It serves readers…

Likely audience: Food enthusiasts and travelers

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Substacklast post Jul 1, 2026

From recent posts: Dispatches From The Shed publishes personal essays focusing on aging, retirement, and mindfulness through the lens of crafts like knitting and gardening. The publication targets readers interested in social justice…

Likely audience: craft enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post yesterday

From recent posts: Sami Tamimi's newsletter publishes weekly recipes and cultural essays focusing on Palestinian and British fusion cuisine, home cooking techniques, and the history of immigrant food traditions. The content is written by…

Likely audience: Home cooks interested in international recipes

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: Robert Sietsema's New York publishes a recurring restaurant column that reviews affordable eats and specific cuisines across New York City and nearby areas. It is for readers seeking practical dining recommendations and…

Likely audience: Food enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 19 days ago

The Food Audit is an independently reviewed guide on the best quality wholefood products in Australia - free of additives & processed ingredients. Discover the best yoghurt & cheese, bread & pasta, spreads & oils, stock…

Likely audience: Health-conscious consumers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 45 days ago

From recent posts: Jill Dupleix Eats publishes detailed recipes and culinary travel stories featuring specific dishes like mussel chowder, chawanmushi, and lamb shank curry. The publication targets home cooks and food enthusiasts…

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

Food and Politics in America

Likely audience: Home cooks interested in Jewish recipes

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 50 days ago

From recent posts: Mama Florence Cooking School publishes weekly Italian recipes, regional food history, and class announcements for home cooks and culinary enthusiasts. The publication mixes specific dish tutorials with educational…

Likely audience: Home cooks interested in Italian cuisine

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Substacklast post Aug 3, 2026

Understand the Japanese Psyche with a local English speaker's perspective

Likely audience: History buffs

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: George's Kitchen publishes in-depth articles on specific international cuisines, such as Peruvian and Mexican food, pairing historical context with full recipes for home cooks.

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 47 days ago

From recent posts: The Feminist Food Journal publishes non-fiction essays, poetry, and visual art that examine the intersection of food systems, caste dynamics, and religious rhetoric in advertising. It targets readers interested in…

Likely audience: food critics and writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Ingredient publishes monthly food writing that mixes seasonal recipes, cooking tips, garden updates, food history, and personal essays. It is aimed at home cooks and readers interested in British and seasonal cooking.

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

From recent posts: A Romanian Table, Perspectives and Recipes publishes essays on Romanian culinary heritage, regional cooking traditions, and specific recipes for dishes like apple cake and ciorbă. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: Food enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: ThatGuyWyWy's Substack publishes weekly recipes and historical food essays covering British cuisine, Thanksgiving preparation, and ingredient science. The content focuses on specific cooking techniques, such as drying…

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: #TYDEN ~ Týdenní přehled is a Czech tech newsletter that publishes paid editions roughly twice weekly, covering AI agents, cybersecurity, datacenter infrastructure, and satellite communications alongside industry…

Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Bookmarked Reads publishes book reviews and to-be-read lists covering nonfiction topics such as AI, history, higher education, memoir, and indie bookstore culture. It is for readers looking for short, opinionated takes…

Likely audience: history enthusiasts

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