Food

Afrobeats, Nollywood and Fufu. These are some of the biggest aspects of Nigerian culture known globally. It’s definite that you hear artists such as Burna Boy, Tems, Ayra Star and Davido on the radio and Spotify playlists at some point. Plus, with meme culture, you’ve definitely seen clips from Nollywood....

Flavors are one of the most essential aspects of foods, snacks and desserts. They are what give differences and diversity to our pallets. Without flavor types, food would be exponentially bland. However, with different flavors comes differing opinions and many often clash on which they prefer with the two most...

According to a recent study performed by Maximillian Kotz, weather conditions from climate change is resulting in drastic effects on the global food market, stating that “recent spikes in the price of food were often associated with heat, drought and heavy precipitation conditions that were so extreme as to completely...

One of my biggest pet peeves when it comes to pizza is when someone eats the entire slice and refuses to eat the crust. Why not just eat it? Does it really taste that bad? What’s wrong with the crust that it’s such a hindrance to eat? Pizza crust is...

Sweet or savory? It’s the age old snack question – and everyone has a preference. Loyalty runs so deep it can split friend groups, relationships and maybe even office snack drawers. It may seem surface level, but it might just be a personality test in disguise. Our favorite snacks tell...

In a city where tacos are topped with kimchi and ramen comes spiked with truffle oil, the American palate revels in global mashups. International flavors are everywhere — from upscale food halls to fast-casual chains. But as culinary borders blur so do the lines between celebration and appropriation.  What’s being...

Food security, whether situated within or outside metropolitan areas in the United States, has become a pressing issue in recent years. Areas across the country have rapidly become food deserts, relying on a singular supermarket such as Walmart for basic needs. Sadly, without these supermarkets, communities would be left stranded...

The United States’ overconsumption of food has been a hot, critical topic within the population for years. Despite many efforts to combat these pressing issues, events that promote overeating, like eating competitions, have held onto their popularity. Unsurprisingly, the reasoning for the staying power of eating contests is complicated. Popular...

Chicken is a widely prolific food that many within the United States often tend to enjoy. With the sheer variety and its wide appeal, people may prefer one kind over the other. However, to me at least, it’s clear what kind of chicken is best and that is boneless. First...

There is no denying that a 4th of July party must go all out when it comes to the food. It’s a day filled with hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ, and every other dish that reveals your American spirit! However, much like any meal, the most anticipated time is when the...

Pizza is a widely enjoyed food that comes in a wide variety of types, with two of the largest types of pizza being Italian style and American style pizza. Between these two pizzas, people often debate which one is the best, with the general reasoning behind the heated discussion between...

No, get your mind out of the gutter — I’m not referring to the classic purple emoji. What we are talking about is the greatest vegetable known to men and women. A vegetable that has stood the test of time amidst the countless changes of appearance. No matter if one...

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