Food Trends & Trivia

  • asian scientist in protective gear examining banana tree  in greenhouse, hong kong china.

    12 Foods Grown in Unexpected Places

    Iceland can grow fruits and vegetables associated with warmer climates because the Nordic nation has geothermal energy that heats greenhouses. That’s unexpected. So was the propagation of such items as tomatoes, potatoes, and paprika in Europe following their import from…

  • An Italian dessert made with espresso, port, and vanilla ice cream

    11 Unexpected Vanilla Ice Cream Toppings That Are Surprisingly Delicious

    Vanilla ice cream may be a safe, if bland option, but all the magnificent ways you can dress it up are far from bland. This flavor is a canvas, and your pantry is your paintbrush. You may have plenty of…

  • Trader Joe's organic jumbo cinnamon rolls

    6 Trader Joe’s Product Changes That Fans Actually Like

    When Trader Joe’s reformulates its products, the changes are almost sure to be met with outrage. Trader Joe’s superfans, like most people, just don’t like change, which is why it’s particularly noteworthy when shoppers appreciate a product’s new direction. Fans…

  • Male hand holding candy in cellophane. Outdoor.

    Progresso Launched Soup-Flavored Candy — And It Sold Out Fast

    If you’ve ever thought, “Man, I wish my lozenges tasted like chicken noodle soup”, congratulations. Your oddly specific dream just came true.  Progresso, the soup brand, decided to release Soup Drops — because spoons are overrated, soup should be portable,…

  • These Two Girl Scout Cookie Flavors Will Be Discontinued Next Year

    It’s a new year, and that means it’s Girl Scout Cookie time. January 7 marks the official start of the season, so you’ll probably be seeing order sheets at work and booths set up outside grocery stores soon.  It’s going…

  • A fresh Dutch baby pancake out of the oven

    12 Classic Breakfast Dishes That Deserve a Return

    Old-fashioned breakfasts hold a unique charm. These meals, often simple yet hearty, evoke a sense of nostalgia and the simpler joys in life. Perhaps they remind you of when you used to hang out in your childhood kitchen, peering over the…