food politics
Why People Are So Pissed at Del Monte Foods for Siding With the Food Babe
Her latest victory is coming thanks to Del Monte Foods, which recently announced that most of its products will eliminate genetically engineered ingredients and label such offerings “Non GMO.”
Australian Doctors Want Everyone to Stop Drinking Box Wine
Doctors in Australia are hoping that the nation will tax the stuff so highly that no one will want to buy it anymore.
Kids May No Longer Be the Prime Targets for Junk Food and Candy Ads
The UK seems to finally be getting serious about cracking down on sweets and junk food. The Local Government Association said that it would like to see a ban on the advertising of junk food near schools.
Bringing Your Dog to a NYC Restaurant Is About to Get a Whole Lot Easier
Luckily for NYC’s endeavoring eaters, it’s now easier than ever to feast at a restaurant with man’s best friend in tow—and you best believe your dog isn’t going to stiff you on Venmo.
We Spoke to Tom Colicchio About Petitioning Chefs for More GMO Transparency
The DARK Act would prevent mandatory labeling of GMOs and deny consumers the right to know if their food contains genetically modified ingredients. Colicchio wants to make sure it does not become the law of the land.
Kebabs Are Under Fire in This City's 'Ethnic Food Ban'
The city of Verona, which has World Heritage Site status, has banned the opening of any new restaurants that offer mostly “ethnic” or deep-fried food.
A College Banned Energy Drinks for Causing 'High-Risk Sexual Activity'
Vermont’s 216-year-old Middlebury College has just announced its plan to ban on-campus sales of any and all energy drinks due to their association with “problematic behavior.”
Michael Pollan Wants You to Get Off the Internet and Back in the Kitchen
I spoke to slow food evangelist Michael Pollan about his new Netflix docu-series Cooked and why everyone should learn how to roast a chicken.
The Secret to Perfecting Charcuterie Is Camaraderie
Up until that point, if someone had asked if I would ever leave California, I would have told them to go fuck themselves.
Fake Maple Syrup is Ruining America’s Breakfast
"I've always said that in the third ring of hell, you'd be served fake maple syrup on your pancakes and waffles."
Why Potluck Dinners Are Still Illegal in Arizona
In the great state of Arizona, throwing a potluck dinner can land you on the wrong side of the law.
This Podcast About Chain Restaurants Will Make You Feel Like a (Fat) Kid Again
If you had to say what makes America the misguided and glorious hodgepodge it is, chain restaurants would most definitely be at the top of the list.