The Anxiety Plane
A one-inch spiced lamb coin with turmeric-ginger glaze — courage in a single taste
I had massive social anxiety. The only way to get over flying is to get on a plane.
Why this bite? Adam overcame social anxiety by walking into what scared him most. This warm, grounding bite is courage in food form.
The Story
In his late teens, Adam struggled with acute social anxiety that made ordinary public situations feel physically overwhelming. His response was not retreat but decision: 'The only way to get over flying is to get on a plane.' This spiced lamb meatball with a turmeric-ginger shot is that decision made edible — warm, grounding spice for courage, and a sharp shot of brightness for the moment you choose to walk into the room anyway.
Read Full Story →Ingredients
- Ground lamb
- Cumin
- Coriander
- Turmeric
- Fresh ginger
- Lemon
- Honey
- Mint
Preparation
- 1.Season lamb with cumin and coriander, form small meatballs, bake.
- 2.Make turmeric-ginger shot: juice ginger, mix with turmeric, lemon, honey.
- 3.Serve meatball on skewer beside shot glass.
- 4.Garnish with fresh mint.
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