Christmas Food Tier List — Intentionally Blank Ep. 133
Dec 20, 2023
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In this festive episode, the hosts put together a tier list of the best Christmas foods. They discuss a real-life donut heist, make puns about cannibalism, and debate generational classifications. They share their experiences with fruit cake and gingerbread houses. They discuss candy cane flavors, Christmas dinner traditions, and rank various Christmas foods.
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Fruit cake is often disliked due to its dense and dry texture, placing it in the lower tiers of Christmas treats.
Stealing a van full of 10,000 donuts in Australia adds excitement and intrigue to the holiday season, despite the practical challenges.
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Fruit Cake: A Christmassy but Unappetizing Tradition
Fruit cake is known for its strong association with Christmas, but it has gained a reputation as a food that nobody likes. Its dense and dry texture, combined with the perception that it is often unwanted, places it in the lower tiers of Christmas treats. While some may enjoy the traditional German-style Christmas cake, the American or British fruit cake tends to be less appealing. Whether it's a classic case of a premeditated down-under plunder or just a spontaneous act, stealing a van full of 10,000 donuts in Australia is a true food heist. This audacious act of hot pastries theft adds a touch of excitement and intrigue to the holiday season, even though the practicality of offloading such a large quantity of perishable goods remains a challenge.
Gingerbread House: A Fun but Less Delectable Treat
Gingerbread houses are a common Christmas tradition, bringing joy and creativity to the holiday season. While they may not be the most delicious treats, they offer a visual delight and an opportunity for families to engage in festive activities together. The enjoyment largely lies in the process of making and decorating the house, rather than in the actual consumption of the gingerbread itself. Although some find the taste of gingerbread appealing, it is often the aesthetics and the memories associated with gingerbread houses that make them a beloved part of Christmas celebrations.
Turkey: Thanksgiving Food that Divides Opinions
While Turkey is considered a Thanksgiving staple, its presence on the Christmas table can be divisive. For some, it evokes the traditional holiday spirit, while for others, it feels out of place. The dryness and the challenges of cooking a perfectly moist turkey often lead to mixed reviews. Some argue that a well-prepared turkey can be a delicious centerpiece for a festive meal, while others advocate for alternative meats like ham or roast beef. Ultimately, the choice between Turkey or other options will depend on personal preferences and family traditions.
Happy Holidays from Intentionally Blank as this festive episode Dan and Brandon put together a Tier list of the best Christmas foods out there! From Turkey to Beef Jerky, who knows what will end up where? Along the way, learn what rich people have for breakfast morning, another food heist, and what makes someone a millennial.
Check out our previous episode of Intentionally Blank: https://youtu.be/Rwku7KewV2E
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