Matt Damon hosts ‘SNL,’ Strike Force Five supports Colbert, and Local Style brings Chicago to chips
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Snackology
Snackology was launched in 2024. I’ve always enjoyed hunting down and trying new snacks, types of candy and flavors of soda. This newsletter brings that hunt to audience that loves reading about the latest type of Oreo or new kind of Reese’s Cup.
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Let’s go, Pikachu ... Goldfish crackers!
Limited-edition bags featuring the original starter characters celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon.
Local Style brings iconic Chicago flavors to potato chips
Thanks to flavors like Deep Dish Pizza and Italian Beef and a lineup of eye-catching cartoon characters, the company popped onto my radar.
Does Wendy’s ‘reimagined’ Spicy Chicken Sandwich keep up with the flock?
A quick review of the upgraded version of what was likely the first fast food spicy chicken sandwich you ever ate.
You need to try Target’s Blue Raspberry Crunch Coated Bears
Blue raspberry gummy bears? Amazing. The addition of cotton candy bits? Genius. Oh, and I bought three other bags of seasonal gummies.
A Ramen Chicken flavor of Kraft Mac & Cheese isn’t a mistake
Unlike the time I ate Everything Bagel flavored macaroni cheese, I don’t regret this decision.
I collected all the Pokémon Pop-Tarts. (There was just one flavor.)
A quick review of Pop-Tarts Pokémon Frosted Vanilla Cupcake, the limited-edition flavor celebrating the franchise’s 30th anniversary.
Dave’s Killer Bread rolls out mini bagels and a new Summer Berry flavor
There are so many seeds and grains in these bagels. Like, so many. All the seeds and grains you need to start your day.
Chili Cheese Dog Cheez-Its and Star-Spangled Pop-Tarts are a championship lineup
Feed your soccer fever with a lineup of Cheez-It and Town House crackers, Pringles, Rice Krispies Treats and Pop-Tarts.
Thank the Maker! Burger King and ‘Star Wars’ celebrate May the 4th with the Bounty Bundle
The fast food chain introduces a full menu of Grogu-themed food for ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu.’
ZOA Energy Shave Ice? You’re welcome!
The limited-edition summer flavor of Dwayne Johnson’s energy drink is inspired by the ‘nostalgic taste’ of Hawaiian shave ice.
Oreo Firecracker Pop cookies are here to light up your summer
The limited-edition variety is surprisingly effective at replicating the three flavors that go into the frozen treat.
Should I dunk Grogu Nilla Nummies in blue milk?
A quick review of the limited-edition Nilla Wafers released to promote ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu.’