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Krispy Kreme’s signature Original Glazed Donut go green

    Sam-I-am, I do like green donuts. Everybody jump on the green bandwagon. Krispy Kreme briefly turns their Original Glazed Donut green in honor of St. Patrick’s Day this Friday and Saturday, March 16 and 17, 2018, at participating locations in the US and Canada. The green donuts have a new name: the “O’riginal” glazed doughnut, a marketing nod to the Irish.

    Taco Bell Nacho Fries has already sold 53 million orders

      Nacho fries are Taco Bell’s most successful product launch ever. With already 53 million orders since January 25 . The limited-edition addition to the dollar menu are staying a bit longer due to popularity. They are expected to run till April. Get them while you can.

      Kellogg’s Honey Smacks: Worst sugary cereal

        At one time Honey Smacks were called Sugar Smacks and for a good reason. Throughout the years Honey Smacks has been voted the worst cereal because of the high content of sugar. A whopping 55.6% average of sugar is found in each box. A one-cup serving of Honey Smacks packs more sugar than a Hostess Twinkie.

        Kraft Heinz flipping for Boca Burgers

          The vegetarian Boca Burger debuted as the Sun Burger in a Boca Raton, Florida, restaurant in 1979. Kraft Heinz is hoping you will pardon the pun that you will flip over new new all American veggie burger. It’s two times the size of a regular Boca Burger. The new revitalized burger will appeal also to meat eating consumers looking for a healthier choice.
          “Texture will carry the flavor, so we felt if it was too mushy, too watery, then the flavor got bland and boring.” “We worked with our flavor houses to redevelop the flavor for the whole line.” – Sergio Eleuterio, the Kraft Heinz Co.

          Why do brown eggs cost more than white eggs and are they healthier

            Brown eggs and white eggs are, nutritionally are exactly the same: about 70 calories, 6 grams of protein, and lots of of B vitamins. The only difference is that brown feathered chickens lay brown eggs. Farmers claim to feed them more and pass the buck onto the consumer. It’s all about perception, consumers think they are getting a healthier egg because of an inflated price on brown eggs. Size does matter in this equation, brown feathered chicken are bigger and require more nourishment than a smaller chicken that lays a white egg. The only other factor that might come into play would be what the farmer is feeding his chickens. At the end of the day there is not much difference but the hit on your pocketbook.

            From pixels to plate: Is 3D food printing the future

              It is almost like a food replicator as seen on Star Trek. Now you can print edible 3D food from a printer that looks like a giant microwave. The ChefJet printer can replicate intricate geometric 3D food designs. Is this the food of the future?

              What’s for dinner tonight? Let the Tarot cards decide your stomach’s fate

                Have you had one of those days when you did not know what to make for supper? Let the Fates decide your next meal. Food Fortunes is a playful take on tarot that helps you answer the question, “What’s for dinner tonight?” This is a deck of 78 illustrated cards and a 16 page booklet including a mystical backstory and instructions on how to divine a meal from the spirit realm.

                Costco Selling Doomsday Kits

                  It’s the end of the world as we know it. Has doomsday been on your mind lately? Perhaps a natural disaster on the horizon? Fret not, Costco has you covered. They are selling “Doomsday Kits” just in case you need to survive Armageddon. The kits are called “Chef’s Banquet Emergency Food Kit ARK.” They come on a pallet that sells for a whopping $6499.99. It includes 12,060 total servings. They also have the “In Case Of – 1-year 4-person Emergency Food Storage Kit” for $8,499.99. Wonder what is the return policy for these items. Costco has been selling these survival products since 2010, but recently there has been a spike on apocalyptic anxiety with recent global tensions around the world.

                  Richard Branson likes kelp jerky: The next meat-alternative snack

                    They are combing the sea to find food alternatives for the future. Behold, kelp jerky from upstart company Akua, they claim that their kelp is 100% vegan. Kelp (Saccharina latissima) is one of the fastest-growing plants on the planet. It contains vitamins A, B1, B2, C, D and E, and is a source of calcium, as well as copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, potassium and zinc. The kelp snack comes in three flavors: sea salt and sesame with hints of nori, “High Thai’d” (geddit?) with tumeric and coconut, and rosemary “BBQ” with a touch of maple.

                    Thailand catering company creates heart-shaped cake made out of salmon sushi

                      This cake is completely made out of salmon sashimi on the exterior, filled with rice in the interior, and topped off with fish eggs. Yummy! This sushi cake might not be everybody’s cup of tea. The visual stunning cake is made by Kouen Sushi Bar in Bangkok, Thailand. Wonder if they use fish-sticks as candles?

                      Seamore Seaweed pasta

                        Seaweed is popping out everywhere lately. Seamore is a Netherlands company that wants to see more of their products in your home. They make bacon, wraps and pasta out of seaweed. No wonder Captain Nemo was able to live underwater for long periods of time. He was harvesting seaweed and transforming it into bacon, wraps and pasta.
                        Seamore is turning to crowdfunding to help bring their products to market. They are already in 750 stores in 6 countries. From sea to sea, you will soon be seeing Seamore seaweed products.

                        Limited run: Johnnie Walker whisky puts Jane Walker on Black Label

                          Move over Johnnie and let Jane take over. Black Label is releasing a limited run of Jane Walker whiskey bottles. This the first time a female version of the Johnnie Walker brand has been replaced. Will more women gravitate to the whiskey maker with the makeover?
                          This in not the first time a company has replaced an iconic character to please the female buyer. This is just a temporary change to the “striding man” logo to lure women into the fold. The release coincides with Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, which is on March 8. Will women stop or will they keep walking?

                          Outstanding! Guilt-free! Pig Out Pigless Bacon Chips!

                            Chips that taste like bacon that are made from plants? Can it be true? Crispy and salty Pig Out Pigless Bacon Chips will be available in four flavors: Original (tastes just like bacon, the company says), Cheddar, Chipotle and Kansas City BBQ. The varieties are non-GMO and chemical-free. Full of flavor. Free of guilt. Available in April, 2018 by Outstanding Foods, a plant-based foods company.

                            Dolce & Gabbana Kitchen Appliances

                              What does a designer label company know about kitchen appliances? Plenty it seems. Dolce & Gabbana are teaming up with SMEG to spice up your kitchen appliances. Forget those boring customary colors, get ready to be bedazzled. You will want to be in the kitchen again. Your appliance will not be tucked away in a box anymore. It will scream to be used. From kettles to fridges, this appliance line will bring your kitchen from a comatose state of boredom to freedom of expression.