pop culture

Modern popular culture topics in the Feast and cooking sphere.

8 Weird Ice-Cream Flavors You Have To Try At Least Once.
Summertime means it’s time for ice cream! But standard flavors like chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry can get old quick. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 10 weird ice-cream flavors for you to try this summer.
By RH4 years ago in Feast
Japanese Cuisine
Outside Influences of Japanese Cuisine Put out of your mind any preconceived notions about what Japanese cuisine is. Don’t think about a Japanese steakhouse at all—beef was only introduced in the last two centuries or so.
By sunil4 years ago in Feast
How A Farmer’s Market Taught Me About Culture
I remember waking up every warm Saturday in my quiet town in Vermont and immediately looking forward to one thing: the spring and summer outdoor Brattleboro Farmer’s Market.
By Soha Sherwani4 years ago in Feast
The Science Of The Mukbang: Why Do We Love Watching Other People Eat?
It's hard for some to imagine why sitting in front of a screen or device and watching people eat a large amount of food is satisfying. It's also hard to imagine how (or why) people livestreaming themselves eating has turned into a way to legitimately make a living. However, it is happening! The mukbang has blown up into a massive internet sensation and no matter what social media platform you're on, you can find people eating on camera. Even more, you can find even more people who are loving every second of it.
By Jenika Enoch4 years ago in Feast
Caramel vs Carmel
For a significant portion of my life, I have used the word “carmel” when describing an orange-brown candy produced from the heating of sugar as opposed to the “correct” word often prescribed to me as “caramel”. Despite being aware of this distinction, I never managed to get over my “non-standard” pronunciation, and I still continue to use “carmel” to this day due to what was embedded so long ago. There have been numerous occasions that I can recount to my usage being met with a patronizing “correction” as if I had committed a crime. Even as I type this piece, the auto-correct function of this program is insistent to ameliorate my usage every time I type out “carmel”. However, after being presented with a new perspective on language variation in this class, I began to really question the true necessity of emphasizing this difference.
By Josh Cook4 years ago in Feast
Reports from the Front Lines of America's "Chicken Sandwich Wars"
Overview There are certain subjects that will always spark a heated debate these days in any setting where two or more adults are gathered - at the office, out socially, or in colleges and universities. Sure, things like former President Trump or who belongs in the College Football Playoff will cause intense arguments these days. But if you want to really stir things up with your friends and colleagues and provoke intense conversation, just mention these two words: Chicken sandwiches!
By David Wyld4 years ago in Feast
Comics Nourishment
The layman may not understand but my favorite local joint has always been a different kind of feast. I have been a lucky man in many ways over the course of my life but probably the biggest way was being born to the parents I was. Smart, kind, loving. And obsessive world travelers. Oh, I ate it up. Experimented in world cuisine and enjoyed the local greasy spoons. All before I was old enough to shave. It was my mother who primarily inspired this activity, having graduated from Mount Holyoke with a double major in history and geography and memories of an adventurous mother of her own.
By Jon Gorga5 years ago in Feast
The Unique Coffee Company That Brews Pop Culture With Art in Each Mug Poured
A wonderful cup of coffee in the morning is a daily ritual for many individuals seeking to start their day off on the right foot. The aroma that fills the room of a freshly brewed pot of coffee is just as crucial as that flavorful blend being poured into your favorite mug.
By The Nerd Habit5 years ago in Feast
Roasting is an Art?
Coffee is a drink of old. Some sources site it going back to the 15th Century. It was 1714 when the delicacy of coffee was about to make an unforeseen voyage.
By Michael J. Harris5 years ago in Feast
Americas Favorite Fast Food Hamburgers Ranked Worst To Best
Countless fast food restaurants across the country sell burgers: the choice is almost limitless. It is very important, then, that you make your choice wisely. Luckily, we’re here to help. Here are the most well-known fast food burgers, ranked worst to best.
By Nick Davies5 years ago in Feast
Fast Food Wins
In the fast-food world, it’s always a sink or swim type of deal. Either a product will fail miserably or become the greatest of them all. We’ve talked a lot about the sinking ones in the past, so now let’s focus on the ones that not only swam brilliantly but won the race. Let’s dive into some of their successes over the years.
By Nick Davies5 years ago in Feast
The History Of Coca Cola Fails
After being established more than 133 years ago, Coca-Cola is a legend in the carbonated drinks market. While it has churned out many impressive drinks over the years, some of its creations have been epic failures. Check out these 10 Coca-Cola drinks that embarrassed the company.
By Nick Davies5 years ago in Feast