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Junior Eater Promulgates Preferred Pizza Positioning in Portland

13-year-old Zoe Richman joins the ranks of The Sporkful Junior Eaters Society, after her mother sent in this photo of her eating her pizza cheese side down to accentuate cheesy goodness.

The Science of the Five Second Rule: Which Foods Last Longest On The Floor?

An interview with a microbiologist explores the scientific merits of the five second rule. And it turns out some foods will last way longer than five seconds.

How Many Free Samples Is Too Many?

A man who left a store with more than a pound of free meat samples was arrested for shoplifting. The store says he "violated societal norms" for free sampling. What's your take on this pressing issue?

Slow Motion Video of Kids Trying New Foods

This video is pretty priceless. You should watch it right now.

Wilco’s Glen Kotche Covers The Four Tops Using Nothing But Kitchen Gear (VIDEO)

I love when The Sporkful's mission gives me an excuse to post something that's just cool. Well here's Wilco's Glen Kotche using faucets, pots, and pans to recreate a classic song.

Is NPR’s ‘Sandwich Monday’ Distorting the Definition of a Sandwich?

Last week's Sporkful podcast included an intense debate about the correct definition of a sandwich. Hear what both sides have to say, then let us know what you think. Does NPR's ombudsman need to know about this?

Conference Features World’s Greatest Assortment of Food Puns

Proving that transportation planners have all the fun, the list of panels for a big conference next week is an amazing assortment of food puns. "Liver-able Communities and Environmental Juice-tice?" Yes please.