Food

Even if cutlery has supplanted many culinary traditions, the skill of eating with one’s hands is alive and well in today’s society. While tradition and cultural importance are certainly important, exploring further reveals many advantages that go beyond just following the rules. The adventure of the senses starts the moment...

There’s no doubt that we live in a world of convenience, surrounded by technology and services that allow us to get practically anything we’d like at the touch of a few buttons through a screen.  Food delivery is no exception to this. With a variety of companies hosting our favorite...

Hot or cold packaged snacks, pre-packaged meals, sweets, and sodas are undeniably delicious, easy to grab on the go, and filling. However, they are ultra-processed foods. They generally have long lists of ingredients, many of which you won’t recognize, much less be able to pronounce, like substances for bulking, de-foaming,...

In addition to providing energy, food may trigger a flood of feelings, thoughts, and recollections. Eating is more than just fueling our bodies; it can also be a window into our history, a trigger for fond memories, and a way to reconnect with loved ones. We humans have an emotional...

While Canada is the leader in maple Syrup production, the United States isn’t far behind. In 2023, 4.2 million gallons of maple syrup were produced within the U.S. As Canada’s reserve of maple syrup hits a sixteen-year low and Vermont sees notable dips in its production, other states within the...

It is impossible to exaggerate the influence of social media on the eating habits of teenagers in the modern day, particularly young ladies. The concept of “performance,” in which genuineness is subordinated to conformity, has flourished on social media. Because they are so concerned with fitting in and being accepted,...

There is one face I think of when I sit down to eat a meal: Keith Habersberger of The Try Guys. Keith is friendly, positive, and personable, as are the other Try Guys; but there is something special and magical about the “Eat The Menu: Keith Eats Everything” series on...

It’s undeniable that red meat is popular in the United States. In 2023 alone the average per capita consumption for red meat was 57.6 for beef and 49.8 for pork. The US continues to be one of the leading nations in red meat consumption, with the average citizen consuming around...

Pricing in Wendy’s stores is likely to change as soon as next year thanks to dynamic pricing. In a conference call early this month, the popular fast-food chain announced it was beginning to test dynamic surge pricing in stores across the country according to Nation’s Restaurant News. Additionally, Wendy’s CEO...

A common misconception about eating healthy is that it has to be boring. Any green vegetable you find in the grocery store paired with boiled chicken isn’t the most appealing meal. But, by “eating the rainbow,” you can accomplish all of your health goals while giving your body the nutrients...

French fry producer Lamb Weston Holdings reports to write off $71 million after in excess supply to honor last year’s contracts with farmers. The loss is the latest news in an unfortunate chain of events concerning a surplus of potatoes across the North West last year. After facing potato shortages...

A new article from researchers at The University of California, Davis (UC DAVIS) has found that the environmental impact from lab-grown meat is very likely to be higher than  real, authentic meat.  It’s no secret that the mass production of meat is damaging to our environment. Meat production accounts for...

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