You may have heard about the rant Anthony Bourdain went on regarding the various hosts featured on the Food Network. He criticized the influence and even the personalities of everyone from Guy Fieri to Rachael Ray. His comments may be warranted to some despite the fact that they were unprovoked (though he has apparently been repeatedly asked who he thinks the ‘worse chefs’ are). Read more to see how he saved the ‘best’ for last- for Paula Deen herself. Read the rest of this entry »

This could easily qualify as a Food in the News blog, but in this case, I am finding it weird and wacky that everyone is losing their heads over the fact that Pakinstani mangoes have arrived in America! Why are these fruits so special? They even had their own party! Read on to learn more about these succulent fruits and their newfound celebrity status! Read the rest of this entry »

Food can be beautiful. We all know this. Some diners just want their food to taste good, but some people demand that their experience be visually-pleasing to boot. In her new food art series, artist Judith Klausner isn’t afraid to push the limit when it comes to being daring or creative. She explores tasks that are associated with women throughout time- such as embroidery. Check out her Victorian cameo (made with an Oreo!) and other eclectic pieces that are statements on society as much as they are eye-pleasing food art. Read the rest of this entry »

Who would have ever thought that changing the shape of a beverage can would stir up so much controversy?  Diet Pepsi’s new slimmer can, coined the “skinny can,” has riled up the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), amongst others. Read why after the jump. Read the rest of this entry »