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I’ve added a casual chat room to CookingBites as a place for off-topic banter, light conversation, and short-lived chit-chat that doesn’t belong in forum threads. The chat room is informal and lightly-to-not moderated, with messages being temporary, so it’s ideal for friendly back-and-forth that would otherwise derail discussions. Site rules still apply, but there’s no reporting system or expectation of post-by-post moderation - if something becomes uncomfortable, the right response is to step away. If a topic has substance or lasting value, it still belongs in the forums; everything else can head to chat.
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Tell us what produce you obtained today (2026)
New topic for 2026: Simply let us know what produce or ingredients you obtained - pics appreciated but not necessary.- Morning Glory
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Show us your breakfast (2026)
Whether 'healthy' or not, post photos of your breakfast!- Barriehie
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What did you eat/cook today: January?
Simply tell us what you cooked or ate this month, no pics are necessary, but they are appreciated.- TastyReuben
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The new challenge ingredient is chickpeas
Welcome to the CookingBites recipe challenge. The current challenge ingredient is chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and karadekoolaid is our judge. To enter, all you need to do is post a recipe which contains chickpeas*, tag it cookingbites recipe challenge, and post a link to it in this thread. The winner becomes the judge for the next challenge. Deadline: Wednesday 14th January UK time (GMT+1). Please note that there will be no extensions to this challenge deadline. Detailed challenge rules can...- Morning Glory
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New topic for 2026: Simply let us know what produce or ingredients you obtained - pics appreciated but not necessary.
Whether 'healthy' or not, post photos of your breakfast!
Simply tell us what you cooked or ate this month, no pics are necessary, but they are appreciated.
Welcome to the CookingBites recipe challenge. The current challenge ingredient is chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and karadekoolaid is our judge. To enter, all you need to do is post a recipe which contains chickpeas*, tag it cookingbites recipe challenge, and post a link to it in this thread. The winner becomes the judge for the next challenge. Deadline: Wednesday 14th January UK time (GMT+1). Please note that there will be no extensions to this challenge deadline. Detailed challenge rules can...