FDA Eases Standards for ‘Orange Juice’ After 63 Years
History is being made as we speak. The last time the FDA amended the official definition of what can be called ‘orange juice’ was 1963. Now, they’re easing the regulations to allow more flexibility, in the face of climate change chaos…Read More →
McDonald’s Refuses 2:30 AM Order At ’24-Hour’ Window…
McDonald’s has by far the thickest, most detailed operating manual in all Fast Food. And most of its operators and employees follow ‘the word’ to the letter. But when the human factor becomes a breaking point, the oddest things can come to pass…Read More →
Tried One Without The Bun? You’ll Love Egg Roll In A Bowl!
Deconstructed dishes were all the rage around the time I started this blog, back in the early 2-10s. They led, naturally, to un-dressed dishes, such as burgers without the buns. Now, we’ve got an egg roll in a bowl – without the wrapper!Read More →
Wendy’s Rejects Buy-Out Offer, Girds For Battle
The Wendy’s survival saga opened a fresh chapter last week, when the company rejected a buy-out offer. The ancient and venerable Ohio-based chain had just announced a maj-or turnaround plan to counter persistent high beef prices and aging stores…Read More →
Unsung Mexican Street Food: Celebrate Sopes!
Mexican street food is now a mainstay of US cuisine. But there are still some corners of this popular territory that remain largely un-explored. We love Tacos, Burritos, Tamales, Quesadillas and Elotes. But have you tried Sopes?Read More →
Quick, Quirky, Quintessential Tamale Pie!
Tamales are a staple of cuisines across Cent-ral America and the Caribbean. And they traditionally involve a lot of fuss. But today’s Tamale Pie recipe dispenses with the corn shucks and Masa, and puts the best part right on top!Read More →
McDonald’s Sued – Over The Shape Of McRib Patties
Fast Food brands get sued regularly over what I call ‘Goldilocks’ issues: Coffee too hot. Chips too cold. Buns too big. Servings to small. But now, McDonald’s is being sued over the shape of its McRib patty. Plaintiffs say it’s misleading and deceptive…Read More →
Coming Soon: The Return Of The American Chestnut!
As the Holidays approach, we hear seasonal music classics over and over again as back-gound noise at retail stores – especially in supermarkets. Ever wonder about the ‘Chest-nuts roasting on an open fire’? The real deal may be coming back…Read More →