Fast food can is a relatively new industry that serves fast, cheap, and oftentimes unhealthy food. Eric Schlosser wrote a book called Fast Food Nation in which all of the fast food industries faults are exposed. Many people do not know all the short, and...
From being a controversial writer to stepping into the life of a minimum-wage worker, Barbara Ehrenreich did what many journalists would never dare of doing. She goes into the story she was going to write about, instead of simply reporting it from the sides. Made-to-order...
Floribbean cuisine, also known as “new era cuisine”, has emerged as one of America’s new and most innovative regional cooking styles. Floribbean cuisine is representative of the variety and quality of foods indigenous to Florida and the Caribbean Islands with fresh flavors, combinations, and tastes....
The Jungle by Upton Sinclair and Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser both display different patterns of social and political interaction. The Jungle is an intense, emotional story of the journey of a poor Lithuanian family who moved to Chicago for a chance at a...
Barbecuing is not as simple as it seems. To a novice in the art of barbecuing, it can be downright confusing and frustrating. The task of cooking meat in an open fire can be really tricky. It takes a lot of patience and know-how to...
Unhealthy eating is one of the most important health risk factors that can cause a range of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes and other conditions linked to obesity. Unhealthy eating can add to an individual’s health risk by over consumption, lack of fruits...
Barbeques are popular for events such as the 4th of July, birthday parties, receptions, and going away parties. No matter why you have decided to plan a barbeque party, the memories that will come from it are sure to stick with your guests for many...
Gas grills work by a spark igniting the gas within the grill. Gas grills typically have a knob or button in which you push, which in turn activates a small hammer. The hammer hit’s the top of an ignition crystal. Then the burner mixes the...
Barbequing is an American tradition. Each year, statistics show that at least 90% of families attend at least one barbeque party or celebration. About 40% of families delight in throwing parties that center around the idea of barbequing. With statistics like that, one must wonder...
The Taste of Time Growing up in a traditional Belarusian family I experienced a wide variety of foods, although I didn’t think of it that way at the time. You ate what your mom or grandmother prepared for the family, no questions, no if’s, and’s...
Kim analyzes America’s culture surrounding food and the unhealthiness of its current state. With Kim being a Medicinae Doctor (MD) and a “culture shrink,” she goes into depth on food trends within the American culture, such as soylent or other meal replacement options; going as...
Fruit, veggie or meat, the jackfruit is truly the “jack of all foods” (citation). Packed with nutrition, a pleasing texture and versatile in flavor this staple in Asian cuisine is growing in popularity across the world. In this paper I will discuss the jackfruit; where...
Butter has been seen in human diets for well over four thousand years and is considered a staple of society. Clarified butter – which is butter that is melted and reduced to its butterfat – has been a symbol of purity in India for several...
Soup has become a known wellness food since the earlier centuries, although there is no solid evidence it is considered one the best natural remedies when it comes to a common cold. A very popular staple in many Americans pantry is Campbell’s Soup. The company...
Introduction In Eric Schlosser’s Fast Food Nation, the cover aptly hints at “The Dark Side of the All-American Meal.” This nonfiction book delves into various themes such as work, the pursuit of “the good life,” diet, nutrition, and food safety. Schlosser masterfully employs quotes, plot...
In the last decade, a new fad has been sweeping the nation: Organic Foods. All around America organic markets like Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s are popping up, offering a variety of organic produce, grass-fed beef, cage-free eggs, and all natural cosmetic products. People switch...
Ever since its introduction in 1905, pizza has been a national favorite throughout the United States. As it became more popular, more and more people took the traditional recipe and tried to give it their own personal touch, leading to the plethora of pizza companies...
Proposal on Organic Farming With organic produce being such a large part of the United States food industry, it is important that measures are taken to ensure consumers are getting what they pay for and that they can trust the purchasing process. In ancient times,...
Abstract Frozen food items are an incredible convenience that almost everyone in the developed world uses on a daily basis. Most families even have a freezer in their house to keep such items fresh for a scrumptious meal later. Even though frozen food is so...
The ICARE values, which stand for Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, are a set of core values that serve as guiding principles for individuals and organizations in the healthcare industry. These values are essential for creating a culture of respect, empathy, and professionalism, and...
