Sep 22 2009

Sampler: what’s new in the world of food

Gentle tea or dangerous menace? — A Scientific American video discusses the future of the Bolivian coca industry.

For those of you who might appreciate it more, Neatorama reports that the soda manufacturer Jones Soda has released 5 new soda flavors based on the role playing game Dungeons and Dragons. I’m pretty sure I’ve never heard a soda called “Potion of Healing” before.

While soda labels may remain specialized, Geek Dad laments the disappearance of the kitschy tin lunch boxes of his youth.

How stuff works examines causes of winter holiday weight gain. I for one, would opt for more stuffing over a slimmer New Years Dress.

Dress and Shoes by Carlo Nicora on Flickr

Dress and Shoes by Carlo Nicora on Flickr

Speaking of slimming, is there a better way to make Bacon Flavored Bourbon? The Food Section discusses “fat washing.”