The rise of 'pick me' foods
Modern food trends have always been a reflection of cultural shifts, social media obsessions, and the ever-changing tastes of new generations. The world saw the avocado craze during the 2010s, and Gen Z has recently brought briny and salty pleasures into the spotlight. But beyond simple cravings, the latest wave of “it foods” (from pickles to olives and even dense bean salads) speaks to something deeper: identity, status, and the way we curate our lives online. In an age where grocery shopping is a flex, and fermented snacks become viral sensations, food has become more than just sustenance—it’s a social signal. Why, though, do certain foods capture our collective imagination? What does our obsession with specific flavors say about us? Click through this gallery to uncover how “pick me” delicacies are shaping trends and our tastes.
2025-02-10T10:09:46Z
Unexpected life lessons in classic children’s stories
A good story can sweep us off our feet, take us to faraway lands, change our world views, or even teach us a lesson or two about life. Children’s stories and fairy tales, in particular, invite us to imagine a world beyond the one we live in, with wizards, queens, knights, beasts, flying carpets, and talking animals. In medieval times, fairy tales were coded with messages to preserve the values and beliefs of that society through the ages. While some of the lessons and morals we picked up from the Grimm Brothers may not have aged well, they remain subject to interpretation, as do stories from Indigenous oral tradition. Hidden within some of the most celebrated children’s stories in history are complex life lessons that continue to resonate with audiences from ages 8 to 88. From the cautionary tale of surrendering one’s voice in Disney’s The Little Mermaid to the life-saving power of storytelling in Islamic culture’s Arabian Nights, fairy tales and fables carry infinite wisdom for those from all walks of life. Read on to uncover the life lessons and unexpected messages in children’s stories.
2025-01-21T12:34:49Z
The world's tastiest bread
Bread is the mainstay of our diet. For thousands of years, we have relied on it for sustenance and culinary delight. We are forever seduced by the pairing of crunch and chew, be it in our sandwiches, our soups, or even our salads. It can be savory, it can be sweet, and it costs almost nothing to make and eat. But, is your knowledge of bread complete? Every culture in the world has its own doughs, kneading processes, and baking methods. Your favorite loaf is probably out there, waiting for you to try it and fall in love. With that said, this gallery could be your bread and butter! Click through to discover the tastiest bread in the world.
2025-03-21T12:40:52Z
Questions all grandchildren should ask their grandparents
The relationship between grandparents and grandchildren should never be underestimated. Grandparents can play many important roles in the lives of their grandkids. Besides offering unconditional love, they provide acceptance, patience, and stability within the extended family circle. They can teach, imparting wisdom and experience to curious young minds. They can furnish trusted advice, lend a supportive ear, or simply listen to their little ones. Grandparents sometimes serve as primary caregivers, and can foster emotionally close connections with their youthful charges. And when all is said and done, grandpa and grandma are simply fun to be with! But like all of us, grandparents aren't around forever. And because they have so many stories and experiences from their own lives to share, there's no time like the present to sit down with them and learn all you can from your parents' parents. But are you wondering what to ask? Click through and find out the questions all grandchildren should ask their grandparents
2024-01-24T14:18:50Z
