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Just For Fun: Fast Food Workers Review Competing-Chain Fries

2026-03-09
By: Maggie
On: March 9, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Foodie Life Lessons

I ran across the video embedded below at the top of a Yahoo! post that had nothing to do with the vid. I wish they wouldn’t do that! But it caught my eye. I hope you have a chuckle as you watch former employees of other Fast Food brands try Chick-Fil-A’s wafflers…Read More →

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Sunday Musings: Shrinkflation More Prevalent Than Ever!

2026-03-08
By: Maggie
On: March 8, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News

It is my sad duty to report that shrinkflation is worse than ever. Even after a storm of contro-versy and countless social media posts con-demning the deceptive marketing practice. Do the brands think we won’t notice? Is it time to make shrinkflation illegal?Read More →

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Fast Food Week: Quick Service Restaurant And Snacks News!

2026-03-07
By: Maggie
On: March 7, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News

The Fast Food News is literally ‘full of snacks and treats’ this week! Peruse such classic brands as Taco Bell, Dairy Queen, M&Ms, Doritos and Krispy Kreme! And for those new to the FFB… Learn about Fast Food Week’s Editorial Policy…Read More →

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Climate Change: Millions Left Hungry In East Africa Drought

2026-03-06
By: Maggie
On: March 6, 2026
In: Food News, Foodie Life Lessons

The current, severe drought in Ethiopia and Sudan is a prime example of what many equatorial regions can expect as Global Warming progresses. Millions of Somalians are ‘on the move’, as is their custom when conditions at home become unliveable…Read More →

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Shrinkflation: More Obvious, More Shameless, More Greedy

2026-03-06
By: Maggie
On: March 6, 2026
In: Food News, Foodie Life Lessons

I don’t intend to burden you with a long post today… Because I want you to visit the source post, and take the time you need to appraise it with a critical eye. It’s an update on shrink-flation – with even more-shocking examples than we posted previously…Read More →

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Simple, Authentic: Stir-Fried Chinese Vermicelli Noodles!

2026-03-06
By: Maggie
On: March 6, 2026
In: Uncategorized

The recipe is as authentic as they get. The ingredients are specified by ancient tradition. And the dish comes from a two-time James Beard Award winner with more than 50 years experience. Behold what may be the ultimate Stir-Fried Chinese Vermicelli Noodle!Read More →

Washington State Ups ‘Taxes’ On Plastic, Paper Bags

2026-03-05
By: Maggie
On: March 5, 2026
In: Food News, Foodie Life Lessons

The US West Coast has emerged as a trigger point for government action on environment and sustainability issues. Following a series of enviro-moves by California in recent history, Washington State chimed in with bans on disposables and plastic bags…Read More →

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Bamboo For You? Maybe The New ‘It’ Food For Gut Health

2026-03-05
By: Maggie
On: March 5, 2026
In: Food News, Food Tips

Bamboo Shoots will ring a bell with most of our readers. They’re a prized ingredient in many Asian dishes. Just not many we in the West tend to make or order… But they’re won-drously nutritious, and may turn out to be the next breakthrough for gut health!Read More →

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