It’s the afternoon, and you deserve a break. Sit back, pour yourself a glass, and enjoy these food stories from around the Internet.
The Links
If you, like us, love Aleppo pepper, here's some news to be aware of: The Syrian conflict is making it scarce. [NatGeo]
If you care about the origin of Taco Bell's waffle taco (no judgment), this is a must-read. [BW]
Why does bacon smell so darn good? It's science, baby! According to this article, when heated, "the sugars and amino acids get very excited." [NPR]
Disneyland Paris is building an entire "world" inspired by the movie Ratatouille. More incentive to visit Paris, or a reason not to? You decide. [Eater]
A man drank Soylent every day and found it to be a "punishingly boring, joyless product." He does not recommend we follow suit. [NYT]
At long last, the battle over Srirachaland (just made up that term) is finished. It has been deemed not a public nuisance, and allowed to stay put in Irwindale. [LAT]
The Drinks
If you'd rather drink your lunch than eat it, forget soylent and make a parsley, kale, and berry smoothie instead.