Can You Trust a Tomato in January? The Hidden Life of Groceries and Other Secrets of the Supermarket Revealed at Last

By: Vince Staten

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Synopsis: From the Book jacket: Here is America's music drenched, fluorescent-lit, coupon-clipped glory. In this fascinating expedition through the world of polished linoleum-tiled aisles, find out why peanut butter doesn't stick to the roof of your mouth anymore, discover the lost connection between graham crackers and sex, and learn what's really in the mysterious white stuff they call Cool Whip. Join author Vince Staten in his humorous and revealing journey through the secret life of our favorite supermarket items, as he uncovers the hidden histories and fascinating folklore behind the foods we take for granted. The results are truly amazing and reveal the answers to such questions as: Which has more lemon in it, Lemon Pledge or Country Time Lemonade? What is Spam-and why is it so darn popular? What happened to the vanilla in Nabisco Nilla Wafers? Who thought of putting American cheese in an aerosol can, and is it really cheese, anyway? "Absolutely fascinating proof that food isn't food like we used to know it. -Ann DeFrange, The Sunday Oklahoman "There are thousands of bite-sized factoids in this book, and if you're someone who occasionally looks at what's on your plate, chances are you'll be interested, too Delicious." -Geoffrey Stokes, The Boston Sunday Globe VINCE STATEN, author of Ol' Diz, Unauthorized America, and Real Barbecue, lives in Prospect, Kentucky, and hits the local Winn-Dixie supermarket 3.4 times per week.