The Invention of the Slurpee

The Invention of the Slurpee

They stain tongues green, red, and blue; they send blood sugar levels on Odyssean voyages; they induce brain-freezes that crumble even the most stoic men.

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An Ode to the Eerie Charm of Convenience Stores At Night

An Ode to the Eerie Charm of Convenience Stores At Night

Convenience stores are many things to many people: a Slurpee-filled oasis on a long road trip; a late-night hang-out for thirsty teens hoping to bum some beers in the parking lot; somewhere to grab some Cheetos, because Cheetos. But no matter where you are, after hours the artificial glow of these things is like an eerie sirens’ call.

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7-11 Now Serves Mashed Potatoes Like a Slurpee [Food]

Kudos to 7-11 for attempting to provide healthier food options at its convenience stores. The latest down home treat: mashed potatoes extruded from what looks like a modified Slurpee machine. More »