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Artist: Ginou Choueiri, a Lebanese artist living in Beirut
She says: “I chose the potato to portray human faces because of the many striking parallels. Not only is their skin porous like ours, but their skin...
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Pound for pound, potatoes are still one of the least expensive items in the produce department. At about $0.26 per serving, potatoes serve up essential vitamins and minerals, and are fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free. Start eating better on a budget...
