U.N. Says Agriculture Must Change To Prevent Worst Effects Of Climate Change
Humans must drastically alter food production in order to prevent the most catastrophic effects of global warming, according to a U.N. report.
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U.K. Domino's Is Stockpiling Ingredients Before Brexit
Domino's in the U.K. is stockpiling pizza ingredients in case the supply chain is disrupted by Brexit.
'Drive-Thru Dreams' Explores America's Love-Hate Relationship With Fast Food
Americans have a torturous relationship with fast food. We vilify it but also view it through a nostalgic lens. A new book explores this complicated yet seemingly unshakable bond.
New Evidence Shows Popular Pesticides Could Cause Unintended Harm To Insects
Studies are revealing new, unintended threats that neonicotinoid pesticides pose to insects. The chemicals, widely used by farmers, are difficult to control because they persist in the environment.
Alcohol Producers Tout Wellness Benefits. Health Experts Say Don't Swallow Claims
As millennials continue to fuel the decline in wine sales, some alcohol brands are making health claims as a way to attract consumers. But this has scientists and health researchers on edge.
Watergate Salad: A Fluffy Green Bite Of Washington, D.C.'s Past
Thirty years ago, if you walked into a deli in Washington, D.C., you might find a dish called "Watergate Salad." And it's not bad. Soft. Tangy. You can taste why this caught on. And why it went away.
Dairy Ice Cream, No Cow Needed: These Egg And Milk Proteins Are Made Without Animals
Some startups are making synthetic versions of animal proteins for use in foods from smoothies to baked goods. The goal: to reshape the food supply without the environmental footprint of livestock.
Sesame Allergies Are Likely More Widespread Than Previously Thought
New research suggests allergies to sesame are comparably prevalent as those to some tree nuts. The findings come as the FDA weighs whether to require sesame to be listed as an allergen on food labels.
American Culinary Schools Don't Reflect The Diversity Of The Country's Cooking
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with food writer Korsha Wilson about how U.S. culinary schools do not reflect the diverse cooking that's happening around the country.
The Eating Of The Bulls: From The Spanish Fighting Ring To The Plate
After matadors kill bulls, restaurants and butcher shops will sell the meat during bullfighting festivals. One Madrid restaurant sells it all year long, despite opposition from animal rights groups.