I’m not the biggest fan of cupcakes, but at this point it looks like they’re here to stay so I might as well get used to them. As far as cupcakes go these are pretty awesome. Nick and Danielle Bilton won 1st place in the NYC cupcake decorating championships with this nifty display. [...]
These Cupcakes Take The Cake!
by Baraf · October 20th, 2008 · 1 Comment
This Would Have Been So Helpful In College!
by Baraf · October 5th, 2008 · 4 Comments
I don’t know about you, but roomates offer up more than their fair share of trials and joys. From the sharing of the bathroom to the washing of the dishes, even the best of friends can cling to your last nerve. That’s why I was so excited when I saw this awesome little refrigerator: the [...]
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Dear P.E.T.A: Stay Out Of My Ice Cream!
by Baraf · September 26th, 2008 · 8 Comments
I love animals. Really, I do. I grew up with pets and fully embrace their cuddly cuteness. Unfortunately the people of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) have taken it too far. PETA wrote Ben and Jerry’s a letter requesting that they replace the cows milk used to make their ice cream with [...]
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Economic Eating Woes
by Baraf · September 21st, 2008 · No Comments
These are hard times folks. The US economy continues to decline and the only thing poised to go up on Wall Street are suicide rates. No one is safe… not even your local grocery store! Lately I have been noticing the prices of my weekly food staples slowly creeping up. Food in New York City [...]
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The “Ick” Factor: Protecting One Lunch At A Time
by Baraf · September 20th, 2008 · 4 Comments
I recently discussed my frustration with my co-workers, many of whom insist on making eating at work a hassle at best. Well, some woman in New York may have the answer to my prayers! Apparently, Sherwood Forlee shares my annoyance at the trials of trying to hang on to your lunch at work, and thus [...]
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Serena & Venus Williams Vs. Eli & Peyton Manning
by Baraf · September 15th, 2008 · 2 Comments
Remember when you were little and your coaches and parents told you that in order to be a great athlete you had to “practice, practice, practice,” take care of your body and eat well? Well apparently, those were all lies and all that you really need is some sugar. Yep, it’s the sugar [...]
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Starbucks Should Stick To What They Do Best
by Baraf · September 7th, 2008 · 7 Comments
Let me start out by professing my love for Starbucks. Seriously, I love it. I am there daily for my caffeine fix, and thank my lucky stars for Howard Schultz. However, Starbucks’ recent rollout of their new “healthy” breakfast menu has me convinced that “the ‘Bucks” needs to stick to what they [...]
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Robin Hood Lives! In Greece….
by Baraf · September 5th, 2008 · No Comments
Remember Robin Hood? He stole from the rich to help the poor… gotta love vigilante justice! In today’s world where the economy is plummeting and food prices are rising - Robin Hood sounds like a guy we could use around town.
Well it seems he and his friends have been living it up in [...]
The Real Difference Between Democrats and Republicans…
by Baraf · August 27th, 2008 · 5 Comments
The Democratic Convention is upon us, beginning what will be two weeks of nonstop political coverage aiming to help us differentiate the Democrats from the Republicans. Sure there are the countless policy differences like health care, taxation, womens issues and the like, but the real difference? Democrats are pickier eaters.
Apparently the DNC had such [...]
Tags: Health · Interesting · Politics
Wheaties Are So Passe…
by Baraf · August 21st, 2008 · 2 Comments
The days of successful athletes endorsing Wheaties are over! Michael Phelps has just signed with Kellog’s and will now hawk Frosted Flakes to kids everywhere. I guess Tony the Tiger just wasn’t cutting it.
via NY Daily News
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Madame Tussauds Has Nothing On The Iowa Fair
by Baraf · August 19th, 2008 · 3 Comments
I’m sure we have all been inspired by the Olympics this week, but the state of Iowa is taking it a bit far. Apparently gymnast Shawn Johnson has instilled so much pride in her home state that they have decided to honor her by carving her likeness out of butter. Seems a [...]
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Food Fights in the Office
by Baraf · August 17th, 2008 · 6 Comments
I work as a freelancer in the media field and this week has been crazy due to all the Olympic coverage. We have more people, more work and of course… more “bones of contention” with one another. In fact we seem to have developed “teams” and rivalries of our own - over food! I swear [...]
Tags: Snacks
I’m Not an Egg, But I’m Pretty Sure This is Inaccurate…
by Baraf · August 13th, 2008 · 1 Comment
I passed this McDonald’s advertisement on the street yesterday, and was thoroughly perplexed.
Every egg dreams of becoming a McDonald’s breakfast sandwich? Really? That’s funny, I would have thought every egg’s dream would be to become a chicken… but then what do I know, I’m not an egg.
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Enough! (of Rachael Ray and Celebrity “Chefdom”)
by Baraf · August 12th, 2008 · 5 Comments
Ok, I’m just gonna come out and say it: I cannot stand Rachael Ray. This woman is so saccharine, fake and cloyingly annoying! It truly amazes me that anyone watches her for more than 30 seconds. How did a woman who has no real kitchen experience become America’s “go to girl” for [...]
Tags: Cooking · celebrities
The Golden Arches Fear Losing Their “Gold”
by Baraf · August 5th, 2008 · 4 Comments
You know the economy is bad, when even a behemoth like McDonalds is feeling the pain! Apparently, the dollar menu is at risk! It seems Mickey D’s is reducing the amount of cheese on the double cheeseburger due to rising dairy prices. Really McDonalds? I mean what’s next, no bun due [...]
No Manners? No Meal!
by Baraf · August 5th, 2008 · 4 Comments
It seems the Soup Nazi may have some competition on his hands! This Subway is hardcore. I wonder if anyone ever actually enforces this rule?
via consumerist
Tags: Bizarre · Fast Food · Sandwiches
What Will They Think of Next?
by Baraf · July 31st, 2008 · 3 Comments
While the rest of the world works on developing nuclear weapons and a cure for cancer, the Japanese continue on their quest to build a robot for every thinkable purpose. Their latest creation? A robot vending machine! All I can say is: It’s about time! I mean honestly, who actually wants [...]
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