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The Secrets of the World’s Favorite Smell

The Secrets of the World’s Favorite Smell

Update: 2024-12-26
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The scent of vanilla is instantly recognizable — it’s also in danger of disappearing. In this ode to the vanilla bean, writer Aimee Nezhukumatathil explains why climate change might lead to the destruction of the beloved plant.

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