Food & Drink Infographics

Frank Zappa famously quoted “You can’t be a real country unless you have a beer and an airline. It helps if you have some kind of a football team, or some nuclear weapons, but at the very least you need a beer.” Now, I’m not necessarily suggesting for one minute that this is true but this illustration certainly seems to resonate with Franks famous wit.

The five major meat producing countries, namely, China, USA, Brazil, France and Germany along with the minor ones, are not being able to meet the growing demand for meat. Statistics show that the average per capita consumption of meat worldwide is 42 kg. This is the point at which we look at artificial meat.

From Mexico to Argentina, we Latinos use a variety of sauces to add spice and sazón to our favorite dishes. But these sauces just wouldn’t be the same without the chile peppers and spices that give them their distinct flavor. In the following infographic, discover seven Latino sauces for you to pair with your next meal.

Where would our favorite foods be without cheese? Whether it’s creamy or hard, sharp or mild, aged or fresh, there are thousands of ways to enjoy one of our most ancient delicacies. Discover the many uses of this versatile food, and learn how to pair the right cheese with your favorite recipes in this infographic.

Whoever said, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” seriously shortchanged the lemon. This incredibly versatile fruit is the culinary equivalent of a Swiss Army knife. We all know that lemon adds zest and flavor to virtually any food or beverage, but its uses go far beyond the kitchen. Learn more about the lemon in this infographic.

We can distinguish barbecue from grilling by it’s lower cooking temperatures, longer cooking times, and use of smoke to infuse extra flavor. Like everything truly American, barbecue is a shared national pastime defined by regional traditions. Man Crates felt that American barbeque regions were important enough to get their own infographic explaining the character and differences between the regions.

Eating 97 raw asparagus spears might be a hard task just to get all the folate you need when you work out. Supplements can be the solution to this problem, like in so many other cases. Take a look at this infographic and discover more similar tips.

You’re probably familiar with the big BBQ states but did you know about the unique cooking methods or styles of BBQ sauce across the country? Check out this infographic for a breakdown of the main types of BBQ, and what makes these regional BBQ styles unique.

Everyone loves the sweetness that comes from sugar. But where does the sugar we eat come from? In this infographic, follow the life of sugar from the plant to what we eat.