Brian Boone - The Takeout

With Us Since

2016

Location

School

University of Oregon

Expertise

TV Sitcoms, The Simpsons, Saturday Night Live

Brian has contributed to trivia and pop culture titles that have sold more than 10 million copies.
He wrote for comedy institutions including The Onion, ClickHole, Bunny Ears, and RiffTrax.
He applied his extensive cultural knowledge while appearing as a contestant on "Jeopardy!"

Experience

Brian has written trivia and about pop culture for print and the internet for two decades. He's contributed hundreds of articles and edited titles for the bestselling Uncle John's Bathroom Reader series and published books about rock music, sports, and entertainment. He covers humor books for Vulture, writes pop culture podcasts for Cloud10, and he joined Static Media in 2016, concentrating on television, film, and music for Looper, Grunge, and Nicki Swift.

Education

Brian received his Bachelor of Arts degree in magazine journalism and theater arts from the University of Oregon, where he also studied English literature, presented comic plays, and edited the campus arts and entertainment magazine.

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The Takeout’s industry-leading editorial coverage is the result of collaboration between writers and editors with a wide array of experience and expertise in the world of food and drink. Every article is fact-checked by our team of editors to ensure accuracy. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information.

Our mission is to both inform and entertain our readers, telling them everything they want to know (and more) about food. We strive to always provide a well-rounded reading experience, bringing both the biggest food news of the day and a break from the news. Additional information on our editorial process available here.

Stories By Brian Boone

Store-Bought Cold-Brew, Ranked Worst To Best

We tried a variety of popular cold brew brands to see how they stacked up against each other, and then ranked them all from worst to best.
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Soda Flavors From The '90s That We Want Back

When it came to sugary drinks, the 1990s was a decade of near-unparalleled innovation. Sadly, not all of the era's best sodas are still around today.
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Review: McDonald's Snack Wraps Make A Triumphant And Tasty Return

It's finally happened: McDonald's has brought back the long-awaited Snack Wraps, this time with two tasty varieties. We tried each, and so should you -- ASAP.
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Ina Garten's Real-Life Struggles Are Truly Heartbreaking

Ina Garten is a regular on the TV foodie scene, but real life isn't always quite as straightforward as what we see onscreen, even for the Barefoot Contessa.
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Review: Sonic Expands Its Summer Snack Menu With Two Tasty Crispy Tender Wraps

Sonic is joining the snack wrap craze by releasing two Crispy Tender Wraps for its $1.99 Menu. We tried them to see how they compared to other chicken wraps.
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Former Food Network Stars You Rarely Hear About Anymore

Food Network has made stars out of many chefs and home cooks. But once they leave the broadcaster, they don’t always maintain the same level of fame.
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Frozen Fish Fillets That Can Satisfy Your McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Craving

A trip to McDonald's isn't the only way to get your Filet-O-Fish fix. Whip up your own DIY sandwich worthy of the Golden Arches with these frozen fish fillets.
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Corn Recalls That Affected Millions

Corn crops and products can easily be affected by food-borne pathogens, toxic mold, or foreign objects, leading to recalls. Here are some of the biggest.
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14 Forgotten Wendy's Menu Items From The '90s

In the 1990s, Wendy’s maintained its popularity with a constant stream of new products added to the menu. How many of these do you remember?
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Rice Recalls That Affected Millions

Rice is a staple ingredient in so many different dishes, so it’s a serious issue when it’s recalled. Here are some of the biggest recall incidents.
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We Tried 14 Popular Australian Candies, Sweets, And Snacks To See If They Live Up To The Hype

Australia has lots of sweet treats and savory snacks that are hugely popular. We tried some of the most well-known snacks to see what they’re like.
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Struggling Seafood Chains That Are Making Waves Again

The seafood dining scene has undergone plenty of changes over the years, but it seems like these chains are in the process of making a major comeback.
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13 Discontinued Mountain Dew Flavors We Want Back In Stores ASAP

Mountain Dew seems to constantly produce a dizzying array of new flavors ... but not all of them last long. We want these discontinued versions back.
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How Walmart's Great Value Chocolate Bars Compare To The Name Brands

Walmart has attempted to give major candy bar brands a run for their money with Great Value knockoffs. But are they great alternatives the original versions?
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The Best And Worst Trader Joe's Chocolate Bars

Trader Joe's provides lots of choices when it comes to its chocolate bars. We bought every bar available to determine which ones are the best and worst.
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Signs Jack In The Box Is Struggling

Jack in the Box has doled out burgers, tacos, and fries for well over 70 years, but the fast food staple has hit a rough patch as of late.
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Grocery Store-Bought Donut Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

Buying pre-packaged donuts from the grocery store is always a toss-up in quality, so we taste-tested many popular grocery store donut brands to find the best.
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Review: Arby's Almost Gets It Right With Two New Smoked Meat Sandwiches

If you're ready for the summer BBQ, Arby's has two new barbecue sandwiches featuring AC Barbecue's sauces. Check out our review to see if they are worth trying.
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Discontinued Skittles Flavors We'll Probably Never Get To Eat Again

Skittles has released multiple iterations of its classic candy over the years, but there are some discontinued varieties that are most likely gone for good.
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The Biggest Butter Recalls Of All Time

Butter is a common grocery store staple, so when major national brands need to issue a recall, it potentially impacts millions of consumers.
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Taco Bell Secret Menu Items You'll Wish You Knew About Sooner

Taco Bell's menu may seem limited, but there are so many ways you can hack it. These are Taco Bell secret menu items you'll wish you tried sooner.
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Costco Frozen Food Recalls That Affected Millions

Even the most beloved grocery store chains aren't immune to recalls, with a long list of frozen foods pulled from Costco shelves over the years.
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Review: Sour Patch Kids Glow Ups Shine With Fruity Flavor

Sour Patch Kids take candy to daring and bizarre new heights again. The line recently welcomed the addition of berry and melon flavored candies that can glow.
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Regional Sodas We Wish Were Available Everywhere

Everyone knows about the dominant brands like Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Sprite, but did you know there are lots of regionally specific pops around the U.S. too?
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Canadian Fast Food Chains We'd Love To See In The US

Canada has a wealth of exclusive fast food locations that make our American mouths water. Here's a handful that we wish would set up shop in the U.S.
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Struggling Steakhouse Chains That Turned Things Around

Don't give up hope on your favorite steakhouse chain just yet. These are some steakhouse chains that really turned things around and made a comeback.
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What Happened To McDonald's Uncle O'Grimacey?

Younger McDonald's fans will be unfamiliar with Uncle O'Grimacey, but this green relative of the Grimace character has made a comeback after decades away.
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