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A DIY Nutella Martini, and just in time to celebrate the controversial return of World Nutella Day. Disappointingly, and maybe a little ironically, the Nutellatina is actually comprised of very little Nutella. It’s used more as a garnish, to dress the glass after being softened in the microwave. The drink itself is 1.5 shots of Frangelico, 1 shot of Godiva chocolate liqueur, and 4-5 shots of chocolate milk. In other words, delicious, but not nearly enough Nutella. Then again, considering that attitude on this whole “World Nutella Day” business, maybe the less there is, the better. If not that, we can at least trick ourselves into thinking it’s healthy. Sort of. Almost. Learn how to make the Nutella Martini here. H/T + PicThx Neatorama The post Nutella + Martini = Nutellatina appeared first on Foodbeast.

This is what a stoned pig looks like, literally. Well, kind of. Seattle butcher William von Schneidau of the BB Ranch butcher shop at Pike Place Market has apparently been feeding his pigs pieces of marijuana plants in order to make bacon that’s “redder and more savory” than usual. It won’t, however, do much to get you high. According to NPR, Schneidau’s marriage of pork and pot has been more of a publicity stunt than anything, but that hasn’t stopped people from flocking to his “Pot Pig” dinner events, and buying their own pot-infused bacon to try for themselves. “People have been asking all these questions. ‘Do you think (the pigs are) feeling it? Are they stoned?’ and I’m like, ‘Wait a minute. Let’s back up here for a second.’” Schneidau told Seattle news site Komo News, “All we’re trying to do is to help the local ranchers and to figure out some ways to shorten the carbon footprint.” Darn, and I was so looking forward to having bacon and donut poutine for breakfast. Learn how to make your own marijuana bacon with this recipe from goodandbaked.com. H/T + PicThx NPR The post Pot Infused Bacon? Duuuuuude appeared first on Foodbeast.

I’ll be the first to admit I have a problem. My affection for coffee has moved beyond love, into lust, and well into dependence. Granted, it’s no longer all that unusual to hear 20-somethings griping about withdrawal symptoms after missing that daily venti peppermint mocha, but apparently, Israel is ahead of the game in this aspect. Specifically, a Tel Aviv start-up company called Cups has recently (finally) debuted an all-you-can-drink coffee app for $45 a month. Too rich for your blood? There’s also a cheaper option: a cup a day for $27 a month. But come on. That’s just insulting. The Israeli loyalty program, apparently started as a discount service for real addicts, currently includes 55 different cafes in Tel Aviv and Jaffa and is comparable to more inclusive American programs like Belly (albeit more focused in the caffeine sphere). Most of the revenue comes from more occasional coffee drinkers, as subscribers who drop in twice a week are spending just as much money as the guy in the corner who’s been sitting on his laptop since 5 am, refilling his cup at steady thirty-minute intervals. Co-founder Gilad Rotem explains that Cups is reliant upon both customers (to whom it promises cheaper coffee over time, and more immediate discounts) and local coffee shops . . . to whom it promises information about individual buyers. Which is mad sketchy at first glance, though the company claims to anonymize said information. And while the Cups app is spreading to other large cities in Israel, it may be some time before the concept reaches America. Still, it’s not a bad way to test its success. True, you really have to commit to get the thing to pay for itself, but with a Starbucks on every corner, it shouldn’t be too much of a stretch. While you’re waiting, check out the video below to see the app in action. I’ll be over here, buying one-way airline tickets to Tel Aviv. H/T Fast Company The post All-You-Can-Drink Coffee App Fuels Your Addiction via Smartphone appeared first on Foodbeast.

I’m willing to bet little Clark didn’t grow up to be so big and strong because Mama Kent fed him bacon burgers back in Smallville. Then again, all Superman has to do is take off his glasses for people not to recognize him, so what do I know. Much like last year’s “Amazing Grilled Cheese Bacon Burger,” Carl’s Jr./Hardee’s is offering a new Super Bacon Cheeseburger as a promotional tie-in with the upcoming Man of Steel movie. Featuring a weave of six strips of bacon, American cheese, tomato, lettuce, onion and either one or two charbroiled beef patties or a 100% Angus beef patty, it’s the perfect noms for whining on io9 about DC’s ongoing failure to give us a solid Justice League flick. Brand Eating reports that the Super Bacon Cheeseburger is available individually or in a combo, with prices starting at $3.99. From now until July 7, you can also print out this coupon for a dollar off the combo. H/T + PicThx Brand Eating The post The New Super Bacon Burger from Carl’s Jr – Insert Joke About Flying Pigs appeared first on Foodbeast.

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Carl’s Jr. calls it the Super Bacon Cheeseburger and Hardee’s calls it the Super Bacon Thickburger, but whatever you call it, it’s a nice looking burger.  The latest from Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s is the promotional grub to go alongside Man of Steel out June 14th.  The burger features a charbroiled 100% Black Angus beef patty with American cheese, tomato, lettuce, onion, and six strips of bacon.

Working at a food blog, you come to understand what will and won’t do well on your site. You actively seek out the ostentatious, the bizarre, the HOLY SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS, BATMAN. Little by little, your writing becomes less about celebrating food and more about gawking at it (which is, of course, its own brand of fun). Every once in a while though, you find something that – while not bacon wrapped, nutella-stuffed or Sriracha-drizzled – nevertheless deserves to be shared, on no merit other than sounding absolutely incredible. Say it with me now. Grilled. Salmon. Chimichurri. Is your mouth watering yet? Rubio’s, the San Diego-based chain who brought $1 Fish Taco Tuesdays into the mainstream, is now offering new Sustainable Grilled Chimichurri Salmon burritos, tacos and salads for a limited time. As the press release details: “. . . each item features sustainable, grilled Atlantic salmon topped with Rubio’s chimichurri sauce, a savory blend of chopped basil, parsley, chives, garlic and olive oil. The mouthwatering burrito and taco include fire-roasted corn and Fresno chiles. The burrito comes complete with black beans and salsa fresca, while the taco is topped with crunchy spring mix, butter lettuce and crema. Providing an even lighter option is the salad, made with fresh spring mix and butter lettuce tossed in a chimichurri balsamic vinaigrette dressing and topped with fresh sliced avocados, Fresno chiles, crema and fire-roasted corn.” This summer, do yourself a favor, at least once. Put down the Waffle Taco and pick up something that sounds good and is kind of good for you. If nothing else, it’ll leave you feeling good about yourself, so you’re free to sneak in that extra Frosty cone for dessert. The post The Simple Pleasures of the New Grilled Chimichurri Salmon Dishes from Rubio’s appeared first on Foodbeast.

I want to begin by saying: I cannot make this sh*t up. As Amy’s Baking Company enjoys the apparent success of last night’s “Grand Re-Opening,” co-owner Samy Bouzaglo faces possible deportation. Last Tuesday night curious spectators milled outside Amy’s Baking Company in Scottsdale, Arizona. Security guards and police patrolled the area, staving off reporters and photographers eager to catch a glimpse of the infamous couple. The restaurant relaunched to guests with reservations only and with a brand new staff. Soon after 5 pm, dinner service began and diners enjoyed their meals as  Samy worked the room and posed for photos, while Amy buzzed about in the kitchen. Rick Potts and Sheryl Hugill (pictured above with Samy) had nothing but praise for the restaurant, according to The Phoenix New Times. ”I can’t complain,” raved Potts. “The food was awesome.” Potts even took to Twitter during the event, live-tweeting, “I must admit, our dinner was a success. No complaints here. We WILL be back.” Unfortunately, the story doesn’t end here. The news of the grand re-opening comes with a report from AZCentral stating that Samy is facing possible deportation for failing to disclose information about his past to immigration authorities — a past that includes drug and extortion charges and a ban from Germany and France. He’s not alone. In 2003, his wife Amy pleaded guilty to ”misuse of a Social Security number when she applied for a $15,000 bank loan.” In 2008, she spent nearly a year in prison and at the time her name was still “Amanda Bossingham.” So sit down and grab a beer, because there’s more to come after the break. H/T AZCentral + PicThx @girlvsplanet The post Amy’s Baking Company’s Grand Re-Opening; Co-Owner Samy Faces Deportation appeared first on Foodbeast.

AKA The Barista’s Guide to Pretentiously Judging Your Customers More Than You Already Do Around 8:45 a.m. on a weekday, the line at the Starbucks next to our office is at least 15 people deep, mostly business types in their smart suits and police officers with their holsters hanging out and me, rocking my sneakers and crewneck. As the coffee house fills with chatter about the upcoming workday, you can usually find me standing around trying to memorize the tea menu. However, thanks to this handy infographic, now I can better judge my fellow queue dwellers with none of the manic hyper attention of a coffee-swiller but all the tweet-sized expertise of a millennial. Oh, you want the freshly-ground Café con Leche, to-go? Honey, we can see right through you. [Click to enlarge] H/T Design Taxi + Picthx Visual.ly The post The Multiple Personalities of Coffee [INFOGRAPHIC] appeared first on Foodbeast.

The food of the future comes from a can and tastes like algae and insects . . . at least according to Anjan Contractor, the engineering mastermind behind the 3D food printer that promises to revolutionize our dinner plates and solve world hunger. That sounds like a lot to expect from a few cans of powdered grasshopper, but NASA has invested $125,000 worth of solid faith into Contractor’s abilities so we’re betting he’s onto something. Here’s the basics: the 3D food printer works by using canisters of powdered “food building blocks” (including protein powder made from insects) that are combined and then “cooked” within Contractor’s printer. The canisters can last for up to 30 years and would be used up completely and then replaced — thus eliminating food waste entirely. Further down the line, Contractor envisions the printer tailoring each meal for an individual person’s needs by, say, adding more protein for a bodybuilder and more calcium for someone with osteoporosis. That’s still pretty far in the future, though. Right now, Contractor is just focused on trying to print a pizza. H/T Mashable, PicThnx TheVerge The post 3D Food Printer Could Solve World Hunger with Printable Pizza appeared first on Foodbeast.