vanilla
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“These aren’t vanilla managers. They’re some of the best investors in AI, software, robotics, biotech, climate tech, semiconductors, defense tech and frontier technology anywhere in the world,” he wrote.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026
A giant vanilla cake with chocolate ganache was cut in dramatic fashion for the gala’s finale while guests mingled around the space hunting down a slice.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
In a large bowl, whisk together the cream, eggs, honey, vanilla, kosher salt and remaining orange zest.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
"The increase has been phenomenal," she said, blaming shortages of vanilla and soaring chocolate prices for pushing costs "sky high".
From BBC • May 23, 2026
“Chocolate cake, vanilla cake, carrot cake, sponge cake, coconut cake, marble cake, pineapple cake, mousse cake, nougat cake, cheesecake, pound cake, and Black Forest cake,” Miss Mortimer explained.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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