Brian Boone

Ashland

Articles for Grunge, The Takeout, and Vulture; editor at Humorist Books; writer for Uncle John's Bathroom Reader since forever; Mortdecai jokes here

Articles

Rice Recalls That Affected Millions

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Brian Boone

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. As it's a staple food and foundational grain for billions of people, and a primary ingredient in so many dishes across numerous culinary cultures, it's tough to underestimate the importance of rice.
Rice Recalls That Affected Millions

3 weeks ago | thetakeout.com | Brian Boone

As it's a staple food and foundational grain for billions of people, and a primary ingredient in so many dishes across numerous culinary cultures, it's tough to underestimate the importance of rice. Whether it's white or brown, long grain or short grain, eaten on its own or with a traditional Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Japanese, Italian, or Spanish dish, to cite just a few examples, rice is a vital part of the global food chain and nutritional landscape.
We Tried 14 Popular Australian Candies, Sweets, And Snacks To See If They Live Up To The Hype - The Takeout

3 weeks ago | thetakeout.com | Brian Boone

Throughout history and across the globe, every country and culture has its own culinary traditions based on ingredient availability and what locals have deemed the most tasty and nutritious over the millennia. But no matter where one might go, there's one aspect of food that's pretty much universal, and that's snacking.
Struggling Seafood Chains That Are Making Waves Again

3 weeks ago | thetakeout.com | Brian Boone

Seafood can make for a luxurious meal, particularly if one isn't lucky enough to live near the ocean. It's a real treat to eat flaky cod or halibut, big meaty shrimp, or delectably tender clams, all lightly breaded and deep-fried and served alongside french fries, some great-tasting restaurant coleslaw, and maybe some hushpuppies.
Struggling Seafood Chains That Are Making Waves Again

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Brian Boone

Seafood can make for a luxurious meal, particularly if one isn't lucky enough to live near the ocean. It's a real treat to eat flaky cod or halibut, big meaty shrimp, or delectably tender clams, all lightly breaded and deep-fried and served alongside french fries, some great-tasting restaurant coleslaw, and maybe some hushpuppies.
13 Discontinued Mountain Dew Flavors We Want Back In Stores ASAP - The Takeout

1 month ago | thetakeout.com | Brian Boone

Mountain Dew often leans into the sublimely ridiculous. This is evident in its many advertising campaigns that feature extreme-sports stunts and absurd humor — speaking of which, Mountain Dew's 2025 Super Bowl ad seriously freaked us out. But the ever-evolving flavors of this soda line are equally surreal. The original flavor of Mountain Dew is a vague blend of citrus fruits.
13 Discontinued Mountain Dew Flavors We Want Back In Stores ASAP

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Brian Boone

Mountain Dew often leans into the sublimely ridiculous. This is evident in its many advertising campaigns that feature extreme-sports stunts and absurd humor — speaking of which, Mountain Dew's 2025 Super Bowl ad seriously freaked us out. But the ever-evolving flavors of this soda line are equally surreal. The original flavor of Mountain Dew is a vague blend of citrus fruits.
How Walmart's Great Value Chocolate Bars Compare To The Name Brands

1 month ago | thetakeout.com | Brian Boone

Walmart's entire, stated reason for being is to save its customers money whenever possible. In that vein, it operates like so many other grocery and retail chains do by offering store brand, or private label, versions of name brand products. Often no-frills, low-key takes on well-known foods, treats, and snacks, the Great Value line is the name listed on Walmart's unfailingly cheaper versions of national, famous products.
The Best And Worst Trader Joe's Chocolate Bars

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Brian Boone

As part of its identity as an importer and self-brander of world goods, Trader Joe's sells a lot of chocolate. Not even counting all of the cookies, treats, and little candies, the chain stocks an abundant assortment of bars, comprised of many of the different types of chocolate. Most are made from cacao or chocolate sourced from historical hotbeds of crop production or craftsmanship and are either sold pure and simple or loaded with enhancements like nuts, oats, crispy rice, and coffee.
Signs Jack In The Box Is Struggling

1 month ago | finance.yahoo.com | Brian Boone

Bag of food, burger, fries, and a drink from Jack in the Box - FOOD PHOTO STOCK/Shutterstock Jack in the Box has survived in one form or another since the 1950s. While it initially started out as a hamburger stand, it later toyed with the idea of being an upscale and mature chain called Monterey Jack's before finally taking its place among the icons of fast food. How did the company do it? Part of its success comes down to the fact that it has always been willing to try new things.