Food-Related News Chum: Pepsi, Pesach Horseradish, and Pink Champagne

userpic=pineappleYes, I know it’s not lunch. It’s been one of those busy days. So here’s your lunchtime news chum, and then I’m off to eat Pesach leftovers. Oy, do we have leftovers!

  • The Shape of Things. After 17 years, Pepsi bottles are getting a makeover. An easy-to-grip design, youthful packaging and visible brand elements are features of the new look that the company hopes will stand out on shelves. Now if they could just do something about making the product healthier.
  • My Kind of Spice. I hate peppers, especially bell peppers. But I love, absolutely love, horseradish and mustards. Here’s an interesting article about a family that’s in the horseradish business. I thought about making my own horseradish this year, but after reading this article, I’m glad we didn’t find anything but the prepared stuff.
  • Pink Champagne. Pink champagne is completely unrelated to pink lemonaide. It is actually much harder to make and get right than normal champagne. Want to know more about the bubbly drink? This article will tell you all you want to know.

Music: 2001: A Space Odyssey (Soundtrack) (The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra): “The Blue Danube (Reprise)”

 

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