The United States has always had a wide range of foods that are based on the cuisines found in countries around the world. Chinese, Indian, Mexican, and other foods have found their way to America one way or another and have expanded our horizons, even if the food is not always fully authentic. With so […]
Tag: Food
Chocolate or Vanilla: Which Do People Prefer?
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 common being Chocolate and Vanilla. […]
Rise in Global Food Prices Due to Weather
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 exceed all historical precedent prior […]
Why Do Some People Refuse to Eat Pizza Crust?
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 essentially bread so why just […]
Sweet vs. Savory: The Real Snack Debate
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 us more than we might […]
Celebrating Global Taste Vs. Local Gatekeeping
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 served often differs wildly from […]
Why Boneless Chicken Is Better Than Regular Chicken
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 is the most obvious reason, […]
Top Desserts to Have on the 4th of July
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 desserts come out. There are […]
Italian Style Pizza or American Style Pizza?
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 the two largely concerns authenticity, […]
America’s Obsession With Combining Foods That Shouldn’t Go Together
Every time I head into the grocery store it’s almost too easy to find food brands mixing two different foods that really shouldn’t be coming within ten feet of each other. Everywhere you look there’s Dr Pepper Peeps, Fruity Pebbles Digiorno Pizza, Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Ice Cream, Sour Patch Kids Oreos, Mustard Skittles and […]
The Allure of Farm-to-Table
There is something so special about eating a meal made from ingredients picked hours before. Farm-to-table isn’t just the hottest culinary trend, it is an experience rooted in simplicity, freshness and, most important of all, community. Summer is the time when farm-to-table truly shines. With farmers’ markets overflowing with so much fresh produce, chefs are […]
Pineapple on Pizza: Is it a Crime?
Hundreds of pizza toppings make up the large variety of choices when ordering or making pizza. Some toppings are universally respectable, like pepperoni or mushrooms. Other toppings are more out there and are available for those with more unique tastes. Among all these kinds of combinations, one topping is by far the most polarizing to […]
