Shrimp Scampi & Chai Tea: Are These American Food Terms Repetitive?

Shrimp Scampi and Chai Tea

In a recent YouTube posting, the host of InternetShaquille made an argument about certain food terms being repetitive. He mentioned, in particular, Shrimp Scampi, Chai Tea, Naan bread, and Paella pan. Why are these food terms repetitive or redundant? Does it matter? In this article, I will explain why these terms are not repetitive in … Read more

Is Alton Brown a Great Cook?

The only way to know whether someone is a great cook is to eat their food. Furthermore, more than one person’s opinion is required to determine if someone can generally be said to be a great cook or even a good one. So, is renowned food educator and TV cook Alton Brown a great cook? … Read more

What Is the Most Popular Food In America in 2024?

Take a guess at the most popular food in America. I’ll bet you will guess one of the top five. I’ll give you a hint at the number one food in America: Billions Sold. It’s not apple pie, which is number 11. It’s not a nice, juicy steak, although those are certainly on the list. … Read more

Do 60 People Die Each Year In Walk-In Freezer Accidents?

exterior front of walk-in freezer

According to a recent Reddit post, in the U.S.  60 people die from walk-in freezer accidents per year, presumably in restaurants or other food service establishments. The thread makes it seem as if being trapped inside a walk-in freezer is likely. Are walk-in freezers a death trap? If you close the door behind you will … Read more

Is What $50 Gets You Today Video Accurate?

A video posted on Facebook reels on March 15, 2024, by Jonathan Harris (@Cowphopia86) went massively viral, garnering over 6 million views. In the video, Harris compares the amount of groceries that $50 bought you in 2010 compared to 2024. The difference in the video was stark, but the video itself wasn’t meant to be. … Read more

Do Low-Income People Eat More Fast Food?

Wendy's drive thru menu board ordering

Conventional wisdom states that low-income families buy more fast food and even rely on it. With fast food, you get more calories for the dollar, making it an essential part of the survival of on a small budget. This perception is so widespread that laws have been passed limiting new fast-food establishments in poorer neighborhoods, … Read more