Yogurt at the Movies, Who'da thunk it?

Word has come from Sony Pictures that American movie theaters need to step up their game when it comes to helping curb the obesity epidemic in the country. And for us college students who will no doubt inherit many of today’s issues when we graduate, the future of food is important.

According to ComingSoon.net, Sony CEO Michael Lynton movie theater moguls at ShoWest, the nation's largest convention for the movie theater industry, earlier this month that "adding healthier options to your existing menu is the right thing to do for our industry, for audiences and for our country."

It's true - buckets of butter-soaked popcorn, super sized calorie-packed soda and handfuls of Jujubes don't exactly fall under "healthy eating." And in today's world, where healthy eating has become a national concern deserving of attention, healthy options like fruit cups, veggies with dip, yogurt and granola bars at movie theaters is not an abomination of movie-going tradition.

A poll of moviegoers commissioned by Sony showed two-thirds of moviegoers are more likely to buy healthy snacks at theaters if they are offered. In other words, two-thirds of participants were quite possibly dirty liars. But let's be real here. How many Americans are actually willing to give up their movie-going traditions?

If those people polled were being completely honest, then the future looks bright for much of film-watching America. If people in high places are serious about getting Americans to eat better, then healthier options in some of the unhealthiest places is a step in the right direction.

But for those of us who can't resist a small popcorn at the movies, don't stress about the new changes - existing menus at theaters across the country will remain the same. More room will just have to be made for fresh fruits and veggies at the concession stand, and we have no problem with that.

Keep craving!

Spring Break

Spring Break is fast approaching and with US destinations as the hot new destinations this year (can you say bad economy?) We thought we'd look at some of the best places to go in some of this year's most popular spots: Today, New Orleans.

New Orleans:

Antoine's- Open since 1840 with classic creole dishes its a New Orleans landmark. Mind you, the prices are a bit steep but for one nice night out its a good pick. Antoine's is especially cool because they helped out all of their employees during the Hurricane and even paid to house their families. The food is awesome, but for support alone, try Antoine's:

http://www.neworleansrestaurants.com/antoines/menu.html

Casamento's - On Food Network's Diners, Drive ins and Dives "Cookin' and Old School" episode, Casemento's is featured, from Gumbo, Crab Claws and Soft Shell Crab Dinner- its a mix of old and new seafood dishes from as low as 6 bucks. And since Guy Fieri ate it, you know it has to be at least a little good (and way fattening) - but that's the best kind of food.

http://www.casamentosrestaurant.com/menu/menu.html

Progress Grocery- Has been making Muffuletta Sandwich with Olive Salad since 1924, you need to try this NOLA staple when you're there and its easy, cheap and filling food.

http://www.progressgrocery.com/

And of course, for Food Network junkies like myself- There's always NOLA- Emeril Lagasse's flagship restaurant- big $, but again, definitely worth it for a quality meal.

Until next location.. keep craving!

Philadelphia Flower Inspired Food Tour

Nothing like the Philadelphia Flower show to get your tastebuds in gear. Inspired by the "Passport to the World", City Food Tours has created a tour filled with amazing treats from around the world, all relating back to nature. They sample cheeses from across Europe, Chocolates from Central and South America and teas from Asia and Africa.

These specially crafted goodies all have botanical ingredients so its sure to get you in the mood for the flower show (open till March 7th!)

Here's a sample of what you get:

Exotic teas with jasmine, violets and chrysanthemums at Tbar

Lavender- dusted goat cheese and blue cheese with wildflower honey at Di Bruno Bros

Orange blossom and rose infused chocolates at Naked Chocolate Cafe

Prices are $35 per person or $30 for Seniors

If this isn't your cup of tea (ha.) city good tours has many other tours including the clasic flavors of Phili tour. So book and enjoy: http://www.cityfoodtours.com/philadelphia/philadelphia-food-tours.cfm?tourid=22

and until next time, keep craving!