Oodles of Noodles, The Great Butter Debate, How Long Leftover Pizza is Safe to Eat, and a lot more

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It’s Monday once more and what better way to add a bit of spice and excitement to what’s left of your mid-day break time than with some random food news from all over the world? You’ll find important tidbits about anything related to food and how filling our bellies is simply just the right answer to any predicament or problem we face on a daily basis.

Here are some crazy and interesting food facts and news updates from around the world.

Noodles for Days by Uchida Seimen

Noodle-making company Uchida Seimen will have you slurping for days with their 3.6-foot noodles. Despite its length, cooking it is quite simple and represents one of the more famous staples of the region. 

Curious and want to try it out yourself? Read here and find out.

Slow Caffeine Metabolizers has Canada Putting Caffeine On-Hold

Canada’s health officials have yet again released a statement about the ill effects of caffeine intake and how it increases the risk of certain life-threatening ailments. New studies point to a specific genetic trait where people who metabolize caffeine slower are more likely to manifest these symptoms.

Worried about how that 4th cup of coffee will affect you? Read here to find out and probably get your genes checked.

Hey, This Leftover Pizzas’ Fine’ - Science Answers When It’s Good or Not Good to Eat

Looking back, don’t we all miss waking up after a long house party only to find the pizza from last night inviting you for a quick bite? But before you grab a slice of that cold pie, let science answer when it’s good to not good to eat. 

Nobody likes to waste a good leftover pizza. Read here to learn when to munch on some of that leftover goodness.

The Great Butter Debate - Shelf or Fridge?

In light of the recent developments introduced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) when it comes to the proper storage of butter, owner of Kitchen Concepts Unlimited Joelle Mertzel does her own experiment to find out if two days is all you need to spoil butter outside the fridge.

Curious as we are? Read on to find out the answer to this most buttery of questions.

Starbucks Recalls Bottled Frappuccino for Glass Contamination

Time and time again, Starbucks’ famous bottled Frappuccino which you can find in minimarts and gas station shops has saved me from sleeping at the wheel. But based on recent reports, it would be best to avoid this classic rest-stop drink for now because your next bottle may just be contaminated with glass.

Read up on how Starbucks is handling this serious problem and what to look out for.

Andes Mints and its Storied History that Spans Diners and Much-Loved Dinner Night Outs with Family

Andes Mints is known far and wide as one of those meal-ending treats that are usually enjoyed in American diners, red sauce joints, and steakhouses. This tradition of giving out these chocolate-covered mints brings a flutter of memories that rush in - making Andes Mints the quintessential after-meal night-out treat.

Andes Mints has shared more food history in the United States than you’ve ever imagined and you can read up on it here to find out