Now available from McDonalds....

We tried McDonald's mozzarella sticks that are going national next year — here's the verdictEMAIL

Hollis JohnsonMcDonald's mozzarella sticks have arrived: but what to expect?

McDonald's announced yesterday during an investor meeting that they will beserving mozzarella sticks nationwide starting in 2016. 

And the internet, ever opinionated, has plenty to say on the matter. Many are overjoyed, while others liken the announcement to a legendary American geopolitical crisis. 

The chain started testing them in Wisconsin over the summer, and they went over extremely well, especially for those looking for a small and quick snack.

We decided to taste test this momentous addition to the Golden Arches' menu to see how the sticks stack up.

The sticks are available at some locations already, but will have a national rollout next year. You get your choice of sauce – including good, old-fashioned marinara.

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With only three sticks per box, it's a small serving. But at $1 a box, it's not a bad deal.

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They smell delicious — cheesy and fried to perfection. But then again, what fried food doesn't smell great?

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The sticks measure about the length of a pinkie finger, so they're not huge. But a shorter length means they're less likely to break or crumble.

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When fresh and piping hot, the mozzarella sticks are surprisingly stringy and melty. It tastes like real mozzarella — I'm optimistic. However, they cool off rapidly so don't expect your to-go sticks to sizzle.

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The breading is well seasoned. I'm surprised by how flavorful the coating is — I was expecting soggy blandness.

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The accompanying marinara sauce is, well ... average. It's a tad sweet for my taste and certainly not chunky. But you get a whole pack for only three sticks, which may be the first time the McDonald's sauce-to-food ratio is on target.

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While the mozzarella sticks are far from gourmet, they're not as bad as one expects — as long as they're hot. Once they go cold, all bets are off. But for a mere $1, it's hard to go wrong for a quick and melty snack.

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the amazing color of Yellow

Yellow is the Color of Autumn! 

Taking under the wings!

 

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Pure Human Power

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Cuba as a wonder of nature and human history, and as an absolutely unique place in the world

 

 

 

 

 

From Wikipedia

 Cuba was inhabited by Amerindian tribes before the landing of explorer Christopher Columbus in 1492, who claimed it for the Kingdom of Spain. Cuba remained a colony of Spain until the Spanish–American War of 1898, after which it gained nominal independence as a de facto U.S. protectorate in 1902. The fragile republic endured increasingly radical politics and social strife, and despite efforts to strengthen its democratic system, Cuba came under the dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista in 1952.^[16][17][18] Growing unrest and instability led to Batista's ousting in January 1959 by the July 26 movement, which afterwards established a government under the leadership of Fidel Castro. Since 1965 the country has been governed by the Communist Party of Cuba.
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean and, with over 11 million inhabitants, the second-most populous after Hispaniola. It is a multiethnic country whose people, culture and customs derive from diverse origins, including the aboriginal Taíno and Ciboney peoples, the long period of Spanish colonialism, the introduction of African slaves, and a close relationship with the Soviet Union in the Cold War.
Cuba is ranked very high for human development by the United Nations, and high for health and education.^[19][20][21] In 2015, it became the first country to eradicate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis, a milestone hailed by the WHO as "one of the greatest public health achievements possible."^[22]

Rain as seen from high up, very different perspective

 

 

 

one of the most visited attractions in South America

 

 Peru has become the hot spot in South America and the darling of the traveling community. But it would be nowhere without its shining jewel, the Incan kingdom of Machu Picchu.
Hidden within the lush Peruvian mountains, this mystical city remained a secret for ages and now is the continent's best known archaeological site.
While some travelers choose a plush train ride to enjoy the view in comfort. Others choose to trek the original Inca Trail and after several days are delighted by the ruins that dot the terraces. But for all, a tremendous sense of wonder for ancient society can be felt.

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softer side of alligator

Baby alligators are small cold-blooded pests that lurk underwater before rushing you with surprising speed, much like a full grown alligator would. Although they can only deal moderate damage, they may appear in packs, often in the company of a mature alligator. Baby alligators can be found in the Swamp.

The Most Beautiful Library

 Trinity College Library, Ireland

This place smells awesome. Old books have a certain attraction of sorts and this place has TONS of old books.

Something stronger than a cigarette, please!

A window cleaner passes a lighter to his colleague while rappelling from a new building in Tianjin

 

The Woodpecker’s Shock-Absorbing Head

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● A g-force measuring between 80 and 100 is strong enough to give you a concussion. Yet, the woodpecker sustains a g-force of about 1,200 as it drums its bill against tree bark.  evidently without even getting a headache, much less a concussion

a pilot took these stunning aerial photos

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Japan turns abandoned golf course for solar energy

I remember days when golf was such a big thing in Japan....

Angel Falls

Angel Falls, whose highest point reaches a staggering 3,212 feet, or 979 meters.

 

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lightning strikes airplane, view from inside the airplane

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shocking photos that show the many ways humans are destroying the Earth

both the arctic and antarctic regions ice is retreating like here in north east land svalbard norway

Perfect mix of green and gray

27 of the most incredible natural wonders in Europe

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migrating-common-cranes-fly-to-their-night-roost-at-sunset-north-of-berlin

captured at perfect moments, Magnificent Ocean Waves

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Nature always wins....

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Living With Raindeers

Living With Raindeers, Mongolia | Photo by Hamid Sardar-Afkhami

Melt in Your Mouth Sushi Burgers!!

Forget beef burgers, chicken burgers or even antelope burgers because Japanese food chain YO! Sushi is launching what may be the most bizarre fusion of East-meets-West cuisine yet, Sushi Burgers!

60 pictures that will make you fall in love with earth all over again

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overloading is a skill, and in most of these places...a necessary skill to make a living

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think of it.....how to balance..how to make a turn....etc....

KitKat sandwich -- Sugar Overload

Fast food chain First Kitchen is rolling out the Kit-Kat sandwich in Japan. According to website Gigazine, this sweet treat is a Kit-Kat that's topped with whipped cream and orange peel and stuffed between two slices of white bread.

Sugar overload!,

Blue Flower Field, Japan

these incredible blue fields that flow as far as the eye can see were digitally manipulated. These are infact the mesmerizing fields of the Hitashi Seaside Park, Japan.

Covering an area of 190 hectares the fields have flowers blooming throughout the year. The most famous ones being the Nemophila which thrive in spring time and peak in April. They create a truly amazing spectacle as 4.5 million flowers blossom.

Pearl Shoal Waterfall, Jiuzhaigou, China

The Pearl Shoal Waterfall was the first of three waterfalls in the reserve that we saw by foot. It turned out that this waterfall was fairly typical of the cascades that run through the Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve as the water tended to be rich in minerals.

the Pearl Shoal Waterfall is located in Jiuzhaigou, at an altitude of 2,433 metres (7,982 ft), the top of the waterfall is 162.5 metres (533 ft) in width. It has a fall of 40 metres (130 ft).