Recipe contest

The response had nothing to do with Cynthia, Bevi. It was my reference to Pierno.

I am not sure how Cynthia's declarative statement transited to the content posted above, but I feel she is entitled to state her opinion openly, and I do not see how it is insulting to the editors. The editors encourage us to post comments on each others' recipes and I have read many comments both pro and con on many cooks' entries. I do not see how open commenting, as long as it is not snarky, is anything but helpful to the editors. As community members, we all recognize that the technical composition of this site is an evolving work in progress.

As to snark, when a snarky comment is posted, it can be hard to "rise above", and I certainly have made a few snarky retorts in my time here. But I do not see how anything on this original post can be construed as insulting or snarky.

I wish others would refrain from engaging banter on the hotline as well. I should know better having been on the receiving end and read others being taunted. However, I do apologize for the immature and unnecessary snarky comment.

I try to refrain from engaging in personal banter on hotline, but I feel compelled to say that I think it unfair for people to be speaking negatively about certain community members.

i agree 100% w/ the OP. I do NOT like this new format;hope they'll change it.

I don't know what the reasoning is behind it, but I am certainly impressed, more so in this layout than the prior ones, how great so many of the photos look. Of course, the subject matter of this contest lends itself to that. Following up on what ATG117 says, more page views do make a difference. My law practice has been largely focused on internet deals since the late 90's, many of which involve business terms pegged to web traffic. I can tell you without violating any confidences that as a general rule, you would be utterly shocked at how little is paid for impression advertising (i.e., page views). I mean, it is just unbelievable. This website's business model seems to be based primarily on its content. No one here pays a penny for the privilege of enjoying the FOOD52 content every day, sharing with and learning from the community, etc. I say, whatever helps FOOD52 survive is just fine by me. I may not love certain features of the user interface from an aesthetic perspective, but if they make even a small difference in the revenue generated, great. Do it. ;o)

I have to say, I agree with this as well. I was wondering if it was done to generate additional clicks.

I never looked at the recipe submissions page before, but having done so just now, all I can say is that I am sooooooooo looking forward to amassing a whole bunch of new recipes using fennel!

I so agree!!