Tag Archives: food
Learning Cool Facts about Food: 6 Things to Know
Food is not only a necessity for survival but also a fascinating subject filled with interesting facts and stories. From the origins of certain dishes to the science behind flavor combinations, delving into the world of food can be both enlightening and entertaining. In this article, we’ll explore six captivating facts about various foods that…… Read More »
What’s So Special About McDonald’s Fries?
Ah, McDonald’s French Fries. According to a poll we recently ran here, 48% of about 42,000 of you prefer this restaurant’s slender tan starch sticks to all the other restaurant tuber cutting offerings, with this percentage more than double the next runner up which was a blanket choice of “Other”- i.e. nearly all other restaurant… Read More »
WTF Fun Fact 13686 – The Date of Sliced Bread
WTF Fun Fact 13685 – Fruit Loops are all the Same Flavor
WTF Fun Fact 13679 – Turning Peanut Butter into Diamonds
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10 Fascinating Facts About Sugar: A Sweet and Sour Tale
Sugar, a staple in our diets, has a far more complex story than its sweet taste suggests. It influences our health, the environment, and even science in ways that are often overlooked. Here are ten fascinating facts that reveal the multifaceted nature of sugar. 1. Impact on Cognitive Health: Excessive sugar consumption in early life… Read More »
The Twisting, Turning Tale of the Invention of Dr Pepper
When the sun scorches the earth, when incandescent air burns your lungs, and especially when that glucose curve dips at 10, 2 and 4 in the afternoon … well, there is nothing better than grabbing an ice cold bottle of a very special soft drink- its purple-ish label covered in beads of cooling moisture. I… Read More »
When and Why did McDonald’s Start “Super Sizing” Meals? (Plus: The Myths of “Super Size Me”)
In March of 2004, fast-food giant McDonald’s announced the end of an era. By the end of the year, customers at the chain’s more than 13,000 U.S. restaurants would no longer be hearing those iconic words: “Would you like to super-size that?” Since its introduction in the summer of 1987, super-sizing has become an iconic… Read More »
6 Wild Tales from the World of Burger King
Burger King isn’t just another fast-food chain; it’s a brand with a history of quirky and audacious moves. From unique marketing stunts to bizarre spa experiences, here are six of the craziest facts about this global burger giant: 1. Sauna and Burgers in Helsinki: Imagine enjoying a Whopper in a sauna! In 2016, Burger King… Read More »