Candy corn is a very popular confection found widely in the US and Canada, especially around Halloween.1 They’re little pieces (about three times the size of an actual kernel of … Read more

Air Heads, stylized as AirHeads, are a type of tangy, chewy, taffy-like, candy. They’re manufactured in Kentucky, and available in the US in over 16 different flavors.1 A lot of … Read more

A falafel (or felafel) is a deep-fried fritter, usually in the shape of a ball, made of ground chickpeas and/or fava beans.1 The food is known for being a Middle … Read more

Hash browns are a popular American breakfast dish in which potatoes are shredded, riced, or diced, and then pan-fried.1 The potatoes can also be “julienned” which is a fancy word … Read more

Tacos are among the most popular food items at Jack in the Box. In fact, they’re featured in the snacks, sides, and value sections of the menu. There are some … Read more

Teriyaki sauce is a popular condiment best described as a thickened, sweeter version of soy sauce used for grilling and other applications. Ingredients can range quite a bit and chefs … Read more

Fish sauce is a popular condiment in many parts of the world and is a staple ingredient in East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines, particularly in Cambodia, China, Burma, Indonesia, … Read more

Lo mein and chow mein are two very popular Chinese dishes made with noodles. The main difference between the two comes down to the methods used to make the stir-fry. … Read more

Carrageenans are a family of polysaccharides (a fancy word for complex carbs) that have several uses in the food industry including thickening, gelling, and stabilization. Folks encounter the ingredient all … Read more

Sushi is a Japanese food that has been growing in popularity over the years. In fact, it’s so popular that you can buy it at almost any location that serves … Read more