Who Cares About an English Lit Degree When You Can Now Major in Pizza?
“I graduated from Pizza University” seems like something that would be printed on a novelty T-shirt, right beside shirts with slogans like “Rosé All Day” and “Don’t Wanna Taco ‘Bout It.” But no, it’s a real thing, thanks to an Italian chef and entrepreneur. According to Washingtonian, Francesco Marra has decided to teach chefs how to up their pizza game, giving them the skills of Italian pizzaiolos.
Jul 16, 2018
Sam’s Club, Master of Shade, Adds Polish Dog to Cafe Menu
If you like Polish hot dogs and delicious drama, you’re going to love what Sam’s Club has on the menu. Last week Costco announced that it would be discontinuing its Polish dogs to make room for things like a vegan al pastor salad and an açai bowl. Costco assured everyone that the regular hot dog deal would not be going anywhere, and that only the Polish dog was being eliminated, but still people were furious.
Jul 16, 2018
Starbucks’ New No-Straw Policy Isn’t as Great as It Sounds
Starbucks is trying to make going strawless as trendy as the PSL. And that’s a good thing, especially for the environment. (If you haven’t seen the video about the harm that plastic straws can cause to sea turtles yet, watch it, and I swear you will vow to never use one again. Also, look that up at your own risk.) But something’s fishy about the ubiquitous coffee chain’s proposed alternative: bulkier, plastic sippy lids.
Jul 16, 2018
This Is the Only Way to Eat Corn This Summer
Kitchn’s Delicious Links column highlights recipes we’re excited about from the bloggers we love. Follow along every weekday as we post our favorites. One of my favorite summertime traditions is watching my aunt eat her corn off the cob kernel by kernel. (Do you know anyone that eats their corn one kernel at a time?) I always feel like I’m witnessing a sacred ritual in which she savors every last golden nugget. And who can blame her?
Jul 16, 2018