Reading the plethora of fun food news each week is just one of the perks of editing Food Dive. From junk food human sculptures to a pirate's diet, below are the most delicious reads from the past five days.
Fast food face masks
Artistic license is a requirement when transforming $8,000 worth of junk food into human sculptures. NPR covered British photographer James Ostrer’s newest project that takes Mars bars, donuts, and cheese puffs and transforms them into full-body sculptures, with the help of some cream cheese and very understanding human models.
This ain't your momma's Franzia
The Atlantic details boxed wine’s resurgence as it sheds some of its frat boy associations with sleek new packaging and an uptick in quality. Because “slap the Tetra Pak” just doesn’t have the same ring to it.
Lard is making a comeback
Once taboo, lard is slowly gaining popularity with the CSA and farmers market crowd, according to an article from Modern Farmer (with recipes!).
Celebrity chefs take the plunge
Chefs couldn't escape the Ice Bucket Challenge's rapid sweep through social media this week. Anthony Bourdain, Eric Ripert, and Noma owner Rene Redzepi all participated in the awareness campaign for ALS, to the pleasure of foodies around the world, and some very happy Noma cooks.
Beer, beer, beer, cheese, and more beer
Hardtack bread, moldy cheese, and a gallon of beer. That’s the pirate’s life for you, according to National Geographic’s article about the typical swashbuckler’s daily diet in the 18th-century.