#coke cola in large bottle

[hubbvrd]

Hey can I request #18 with joe burrow 😊 Thankyou

summary — Joe takes you out on a date to the drive-in movie theater, where you get a little closer

pairing — joe burrow x reader

words — 1758 words

THE SUN WAS slowly setting on the horizon as Joe skillfully parked his car in one of the empty parking spaces.

About an hour and a half ago, Joe had spontaneously texted you that he would pick you up for a date.

You had tried to get a little dressed up because you didn't want to go on a date with Joe in your cozy outfit, which consisted of pajama pants and a loose shirt that was way too big for you.

In fact, you had just managed to swap your outfit for a pair of comfortable jeans and a T-shirt before Joe collected you.

And now you were in a large parking lot in the middle of nowhere, with the drive-in movie theater opening in less than an hour.

"Come on, I've got everything ready." Joe grabbed your hand after you got out and led you around the car to the trunk, which he opened, leaving you in awe.

The back seat was folded down so that you had more space inside, while countless cushions and cozy blankets were spread out.

There were even a few fairy lights to keep you cozy for the next few hours while the movie was playing.

"Wow, Joe. This is incredible," you exclaimed almost enthusiastically with a broad grin on your lips.

"I knew you would like it" Joe replied with a grin and looked over at you.

A soft giggle left your lips. "You're great!"

You gently pulled Joe over to you to give him a soft kiss on the cheek. Joe's cheeks turned slightly red within a few seconds and he began to scratch his neck nervously.

"Uhm, I'll get some snacks and drinks then."

Without waiting for an answer from you, the older man had already made his way through the parked cars towards the snack bar.

With a contented sigh, you dropped onto the edge of the trunk and began to untie your Convers and slip them off your feet before sinking into the large, cosy cushions and covering yourself with one of the blankets.

From the seat in the trunk, you had an incredible view of the big screen that was a few meters from Joe's car.

Around you, other couples or friends were sitting next to each other on the roofs of their cars or in their trunks. A few soft voices wafted over to you, otherwise it was pretty quiet.

And in this silence, you began to feel the butterflies in your stomach slowly picking themselves up and starting to fly little laps.

Joe and you had already been on one date or another, but none of these dates had ever involved an intimate moment. But you were more than sure that this would come to an end today.

Because the two of you in a cramped room with countless pillows and blankets would probably end in physical contact. And that's what you desperately wanted.

You loved to cuddle, so you wanted closeness and affection quite often and let others feel it too.

Until now, you had only ever dreamed about what it would be like to cuddle up in Joe's arms and how it might feel. But today, today you would finally take the step and find out what it would be like to lie in Joe's arms.

"I see you've already made yourself comfortable," Joe's voice snapped you out of your thoughts. In his hand he held two Coca Cola bottles and a huge popcorn bucket.

"Yup," you grinned, "and I see you bought the biggest popcorn bucket on the stall?"

"Yes, so that we can still have some during the movie. I know how quickly the popcorn always runs out."

Joe handed you the two bottles of Coke and the huge bucket of popcorn, which you held securely, while Joe took off his shoes and then lay down next to you at a distance.

His aftershave immediately caught your nose and your heart began to beat a little faster within a few seconds.

Joe's proximity made you slightly nervous, so you began to wonder if the movie would distract you so much from Joe's proximity that your heart wouldn't race incessantly and you would almost go crazy.

"What...what are we actually watching?" you started some kind of topic, trying to keep your physical reactions to Joe's closeness under control as best you could.

While Joe told you a movie title you'd never heard before, you kept reaching into the bucket of popcorn to keep yourself occupied.

A short time later, the screen was switched on and three commercials appeared until the movie finally started and you began to hope you could distract yourself with the movie.

But this seemed to be more difficult than you thought, because in the middle of the movie Joe slid so close to you that your knees touched slightly and the butterflies in your stomach did somersaults.

"Are you okay?" Joe whispered softly to you as you began to play nervously with your fingers under the blanket.

A glance to your left in the dim light of the fairy lights and the screen showed you that Joe's eyes were looking at you curiously, not too far from your face.

"Um, yeah," you mumbled softly before pulling your hand out from under the blanket and reaching into the popcorn, then shoving the handful of popcorn into your mouth and chewing with relish.

As you kept shoveling a load of popcorn into your mouth and began to notice that the butterflies in your stomach were slowly calming down, you automatically became more relaxed.

But this only lasted until you suddenly felt Joe's arm around your waist, gently pulling you towards him.

"What... what are you doing?" Your voice sounded rather nervous, while the spot on your hip where Joe's hand was resting immediately began to tingle.

"You're sitting too far away," he realized and wrapped his right arm, which had been resting on your hip, around you.

Joe's warmth immediately enveloped you and your head automatically found its way towards Joe's chest, where your head rested.

Joe's fingers kept gently stroking your arm, on which goose bumps were slowly spreading. And while you tried to concentrate a little more on the movie, in which you didn't even know what had happened, you felt Joe put a blanket over you and he pulled you a little closer to him.

A smile formed on your lips as you savored the closeness to Joe and absorbed his touch, hoping that this moment wouldn't end too soon.

- - -

A soft yawn left your lips as you sauntered over to the trashcan to put the empty popcorn bucket in the trash.

The movie had ended a few minutes ago and by now it was getting pretty late. Every now and then you had already dozed off, as Joe's closeness and warmth had surrounded and enveloped you so much that your eyes had automatically closed.

The bucket landed in the garbage can with a thud and as you strolled between the parked cars back to Joe's car, you pulled Joe's warm hoodie over your head.

It had gotten pretty chilly, so you grabbed Joe's hoodie without thinking twice.

You immediately stopped shivering as the warm fabric and Joe's smell surrounded you.

You buried your nose in the fabric for a few seconds, taking in Joe's scent completely, before slowly walking back to the car to wait for Joe.

The older one had left about five minutes ago, saying that he had to go to the toilet.

Another loud yawn escaped you as you began to shake out the remaining popcorn crumbs from the blankets and another smile crept onto your lips as you began to think back to the last step and a half that Joe and you had spent cuddled up together.

It wasn't just you who had enjoyed that time to the full, but Joe too. At some point, Joe had wrapped his arms around you quite protectively and rested his head on yours, occasionally stroking your arm, lost in thought.

When you thought back to the last hour and a half, the butterflies in your stomach, which apparently didn't even finish work today, started to fly again.

A yawn next to you made you flinch, so you clutched one of the pillows tightly, possibly having to chase the person who had approached you away with the pillow, which was probably not the best defense.

"Hey. It's just me!" Joe almost shouted, throwing his hands up in the air as you swung the pillow ready to strike.

"God, Joe! Don't ever scare me like that again!" you grumbled quietly and lowered the pillow.

"I'm sorry, y/n. I didn't mean to scare you," he began to apologize to you guiltily and then took the pillow from your hand, which he carelessly threw into the trunk and then closed it.

"Let me take you home."

- - -

Fifteen minutes later, when Joe turned into the street where you lived, it took a lot of effort to even begin to keep your eyes open.

During the drive, you had both enjoyed the silence that had surrounded you except for the radio, which Joe had turned down quite a bit.

"So, here we are." Joe stopped in front of your house and looked over at you. "This really has been a lovely evening."

"It was," you agreed, hoping you wouldn't blush as the fond memories began to play out before your eyes.  "Thank you for the date."

Your lips gently touched Joe's soft cheek before you undid your seatbelt and just before you were about to get out, you remembered something else.

"Oh, I still have your hoodie on." 

Your hand reached for the waistband of the hoodie, but before you could even begin to pull it over your head, Joe's words stopped you.

"Keep it. It looks better on you anyway." He gave you a warm, honest smile, which the blood slowly start to rush to your cheeks.

"Thank you, Joe. For everything," you almost whispered before you kissed him on the cheek again and got out of the car.

Joe waited until you had disappeared inside your home before he drove home too.

With the door slamming shut, you leaned back against the door as your nose buried itself in the fabric of the hoodie again and you closed your eyes, heart pounding, and reviewed the day. And you could hardly wait for Joe to pick you up for your next date.

#joe burrow imagines #joe burrow imagine #joe burrow fic #joe burrow fan fic #joe burrow #nfl imagine #nfl fic #nfl #cincinnati bengals #nfl imagines

[carlsdarling]

plss submissive carl ;( i want to make that boy whine and whimper sooo bad

Shut up and drive

Y/N and Carl are going on a supply run alone. Y/N is very upset with Carl's behavior and has to discipline him. Bit more of a plot, then sex. (I love it, it was so funny writing the sequence in the car haha). Everyone is 18 or over.

WARNINGS: smut, nsfw, sub!Carl, unprotected sex

You waited impatiently for Carl to close the trunk and get in. The place where you had parked - the parking lot of a large shopping mall - was not making you feel comfortable. Today, unlike usual, you had gone out just the two of you to get supplies. Rick hadn't been thrilled at first, but Judith's baby food and her diapers were running low, so he had agreed. You and Carl were good friends, but nothing more had ever happened between you, although you thought he was adorable.

At the mall you had found lots of kid stuff, including new clothes for Judith, and now the trunk was pretty full. You had only run into three walkers; it had been no problem to finish them off. Now you were on your way home, down a dusty country road, when Carl suddenly slowed down and pointed to a gas station on the right side of the road. Right next to it was a small store. "Liquors, beverages, wines, spirits," the sign read. "Do you think they have Coke?" he asked. There hadn't been any Coke in Alexandria for weeks, and the supply squads hadn't found any either.

"I doubt it," you said, but Carl was already steering the car into the gas station area.

"Let's go see," he decided.

Reluctantly, you got out. It was blisteringly hot, and you noticed that Carl's blue t-shirt was already sweaty all the way down his back, so that his slender muscles showed clearly when he moved. You would have liked to stroke him. To be on the safe side, you put your hands in your pants pockets. It was cool in the store, even freezing in the basement, and sure enough, there were three boxes of Coca-Cola. "Wow," Carl exclaimed delightedly. "Cold Coke!" He immediately began hauling the boxes upstairs and stowing them in the car while you collected bags of chips and beef jerky.

By the time you returned to the car with several bags of jelly beans in your hands, Carl had already gotten back behind the steering wheel. He was greedily drinking from a bottle of Coke. "Nice of you to wait for me," you said snipily. "I'm thirsty, too, you know." Carl looked at you with guilt and handed you the bottle.

"Great, after you almost drank it all," you pouted.

"I'll get you another one," he said hastily, fumbling with his bandage, and was about to exit the car, but you were faster than him, opening the trunk and taking out a bottle. When you got back in your seat, the straps of your top and bra slipped down, exposing the top of your breasts. Your left nipple peeked out, but you were so thirsty that you didn't care. You unscrewed the bottle and drank in great gulps, some Coke running from the corner of your mouth and dripping foamily down your cleavage.

"What is it?" you then asked indignantly, because Carl was looking at you blankly with a strange expression.

He shook his head, caught. "Nnn... nothing," he asserted.

You looked down, and suddenly it was all clear to you. You grinned. "You're staring at my breasts, and it's turning you on," you said teasingly.

"No, that's not true," Carl denied, blushing.

"Yes, it is true," you insisted. Now you also noticed that he had a visible bulge in his jeans - even though he was desperately trying to hide it. You had to laugh. "Little Carl is all horny just because he saw a nipple?" you teased him.

His mouth opened and closed in embarrassment. "Well... it's not like that, I..."

"All right, if you say so. I thought you might want to fuck me. After all, we're all alone, so the chance would be perfect. But if not, fine, we'll just go home. So shut up and drive."

Carl didn't know what to say. "I... well, if you ask like that... I'd like to..."

"What exactly would you like, Carl?" you asked dumbly.

"You... um, fuck you." He cleared his throat.

"I don't know if you deserve it," you chided him. "After that thing with the Coke, and after you stared at me so brazenly."

"I'm sorry," Carl said with a lowered gaze. "Couldn't we... just have sex anyway?"

"I don't know," you made him squirm, teasingly stroking his right knee. You hadn't missed the wet stain forming on the fabric of his jeans. "Are you horny or not?"

"Yes," Carl admitted sheepishly. "Please, can you..." You touched his lips gentle with yours, and for a while you were just kissing, but Carl pressed impatiently against you, letting his hands wander over your curves, caressing. His body was all hot, his breath went frantically.

"Not so fast," you scolded him, even though your pussy was throbbing with want. "And somehow it's too uncomfortable here anyway. I don't want to make out in the car, so we'd better not."

Carl looked utterly desperate. "Over there," he said, pointing to a meadow where there was a big tree. "We can get the blanket out of the trunk." He didn't wait for your reaction, but exited immediately. It amused you how needy and submissive he was, so you followed him to the tree where he spread the blanket in the grass and took off his t-shirt and threw it aside. You lay down next to each other on the blanket and shared caresses and kisses for a while. Carl became more and more aroused and began to moan and whimper softly, clinging to you, so you finally undid his belt and stripped him of his jeans and boxers.

His cock was pretty, hard as a rod, the tip glistening with moisture. "Please, Y/N," Carl begged whiney, sprawled on the blanket. "Please, undress, too." Deliberately slowly, you removed your top and bra, then your skirt and panties. You spread your legs slightly and showed Carl your pussy, which was already all wet and reddish, its lips slightly swollen. The sight of it made that a large amount of precum leaked out of Carl's cock. His eyes were all glazed over, his cheeks red from desire. He looked beautiful; he was so damn cute. "Please come here," he whimpered again, but you didn't think to give him what he wanted so much just yet. Again and again you stroked him, kissed him, gave his cock little licks and rubbed against him, but each time Carl tried to lay on top of you and to penetrate you, you withdrew from him and pushed him away. Finally, he held you tightly. "Please, please, Y/N," he murmured in your ear, raking his hand through your hair, "let me fuck you now. I promise you'll like it."

You decided you'd tormented him long enough, besides, you couldn't wait to be railed by him yourself; if it didn't happen soon, you'd cum before you even really got started. Carl positioned himself between your spread legs and you let him slip inside you. You took a sharp breath, he was so hard, he filled you completely and it felt wonderful. "Fuck, Y/N, you're so wet," he moaned and immediately started thrusting.

It didn't take long for you to cum and arch up under him, clawing your fingernails into his back. "Oh God, Carl," you sighed, wrapping your legs around his hips as he increased his pace. "Fuck me harder," you commanded, whereupon he lifted himself up and thrust hard into you, over and over, bringing you to multiple orgasms before he ejaculated into you with a scream, rode out his own orgasm and remained on top of you, breathing heavily. Sticky and sweaty, you were resting in the shade of the tree. Carl's cock went limp and slipped out of you, and you lay side by side looking at each other and kissing.

"I told you you'd like it," Carl murmured sleepily. The summer wind was brushing over you.

"I had to punish you for the Coke," you emphasized, kissing him on the forehead and the tip of his nose.

#the walking dead #carl grimes fanfiction #carl grimes smut #carl grimes x reader #carl grimes x y/n #carl grimes #carl fanfiction #carl grimes imagines #twd

[hometoursandotherstuff]

The tacky 1999 Coke (that's as in Coca Cola) house in Navarre, Florida is described as, "not just a home; it's a lifestyle." It's definitely a lifestyle as it is, now. 3bds, 3ba, reduced $50K to $700K. Take a look at the decor- you might as well just re-drywall it, b/c there will be hundreds of holes when this owner moves out.

Enter the open concept main floor surrounded by a mezzanine above. These people are serious collectors- note that they even have Coke umbrellas attached to the railings in the mezzanine.

A tall custom center island (don't know if it stays with the house) divides the kitchen from the living/dining area. They definitely need a ladder to get to the village on those high shelves above the mezzanine.

The kitchen has nice white cabinetry and blue counters. Man, I wouldn't move, if I had to pack all this stuff up. They even have Coke cans on the island shelf.

There is a 1st fl. bedroom with a staircase in the room. (I don't think that this was meant to be a bedroom.)

Off the bedroom is a sun porch.

And, a bath. Kinda like the burgundy counters.

The stairs in the main room, leading up to the mezzanine.

On the mezzanine is a large library/home office.

This bedroom has a fridge and some bistro tables - cool bottle cap table.

The listing says that there are 3 bedrooms, but there are more than that, so they're not technically supposed to be used as bedrooms.

Some of the 2nd fl. bedrooms have doors to the terrace.

2nd fl. bath.

They have another bedroom on the 3rd level.

The 3rd bath is in the basement laundry room.

I can't fault this- I have an addiction to little statues like these. I wonder if they would leave them.

Look, they even have 3 varieties of little chefs.

They have a Florida "birdcage" over the pool.

The land measures 1.30 acres.

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/9524-Bone-Bluff-Dr-Navarre-FL-32566/47877820_zpid/

#collector's home #houses #house tours #home tour

[weareapackofstrays]

Great Escape

Genre: Non Idol au, Angst, Smut

Pairing: Minho x Fem!Reader, Bang Chan featured (referred to as Chris)

Warnings: Extramarital affair (Reader is the cheater. Cheating is never the answer, please don't do this!), Oral (Male receiving), Gagging, Death of a loved one mentioned, unprotected sex, MINORS DO NOT INTERACT!

Word Count: 4,985

Summary: After an argument with your husband, you seek solace at a nearby bar and in its bartender.

2024

I think we made a mistake.

Your husband’s voice echoes in your mind while you replay the argument you just had. Without a word you left your apartment, bag in hand without a destination. It didn’t matter where you went. You just needed out. Needed to escape. To finally breathe. You wander aimlessly until the blinking neon of an open sign lures you in. A chime rings above your head as you push open a door. You find the nearest barstool and take a seat while you stare ahead in a daze. The bartender takes notice of you. He can tell you seem frazzled, but gets taken away by a customer before he can reach you.

It's a quiet Tuesday night. They aren’t very busy. You hear the clinks of ice in glasses and the quiet hum of intimate conversations around you. The lights are dim, basking the large space into a romantic glow. Your eyes focus on the wall of liquor bottles in front of you, getting further lost in thought. I think we made a mistake.

Minho, the bartender, approaches you cautiously.

“Can I get you a drink?” You continue to stare in front of you.

“Ma’am?” You blink a few times before turning to face the bartender. You look around and realize where you are.

“Oh, um, sure.”

“What would you like?” You notice a menu to your right. You're not much of a drinker so the ingredients to the house drinks are unfamiliar. Minho notices your confusion.

“We have food too.”

“Can I actually just get a jack and coke?” He smiles and nods.

“Sure.” Minho turns to leave. 

You lean over the counter and reach out to stop him. “Excuse me,” he looks back at you, raising an eyebrow indicating you had his attention.

“Sorry, can you make it more coke than jack? I’m not a huge liquor drinker.”

“We have beer or wine if you would prefer that?”

“No, I don’t really like them either.” He chuckles. 

“Ma’am, you know we’re in a bar, right?” Your eyes crinkle and you smile for the first time today.

“So we are. Jack and coke is fine. Can you actually put a cherry in it?” 

“You got it, ma’am.” You wince. 

“Y/n. Please call me, Y/n.” He nods.

“I’m Minho.” He walks to the other end of the bar to make your drink. You look around at the patrons. There is only one other person at the bar. The man nods at you and you nod back. The stranger knocks back his drink and grabs a few nuts from a bowl on the counter. He turns his attention to the game on the tv in front of him. You rotate in your chair and see a few couples or friends sitting in the booths. The bar has a modern speakeasy interior. It’s cozy. You had walked past it many times on your way to and from work, but never stepped inside. 

Minho walks back and places a napkin in front of you followed by your drink. He leans over the bar a little and whispers, “I put in two cherries for you. But don’t tell anyone.” He winks and tends to the other man at the bar. You look into your glass and see two cherries speared by a toothpick and smile. You pop one into your mouth and let the second remain in the drink to soak up the alcohol and cola. You sip your drink and are pleased that it’s not too strong. Minho looks over at you gauging if he used a ratio to your liking. You take notice and nod. He gives you a smile in return. 

You watch him as he wipes down the counter. He is wearing black dress pants and a button up shirt. A satin black tie complimenting the rest of his fit rests a little loosely around his neck. His sleeves are rolled up to just below his elbows and you take notice of the veins and muscle while he dries some tumbler glasses. Minho feels your gaze and looks in your direction. You look away quickly and stare into your drink, cursing yourself. The tips of his ears turn red, pleased by your attention. After a few more drinks Minho tries to think of excuses to talk to you. 

“Is there anything else you want?” He places his palms on the bar counter in front of you giving you a better view of his healthy vascular system. You swallow the cold liquid with a gulp as you look up at him wide eyed. His deep brown eyes, almost black due to the atmospheric lighting, make your heart drum. Your eyes shift down to his cupid’s bow before finally landing on his lips. He’s truly beautiful and his lips look delicious. Looking away, you shake your head banishing your thoughts of him. He moves in the direction of your gaze to capture your attention again. 

“Are you doing okay?”

You let out a breathy laugh before meeting his gaze again. “That obvious, huh?”

“Sorry, it’s just you seem a bit…lost?” He’s not wrong.

“Yeah, I think I might be.”

“Anything I can help with?” You sigh. Before you know it, you're confiding in Minho, revealing your earlier argument with your husband.

“I feel like I’m trapped. I don't even know who I am anymore and I will never know if I stay. I completely lost myself in this relationship.” Minho makes you another drink as your lips continue to loosen. 

“I gave up on things in my life, my career for him. It’s not his fault though. Chris didn't make me do it or anything like that. I let this happen. I am to blame.” You rub your temples as Minho absorbs your words. 

“Have you only recently realized you felt this way?” he asks.

“No, I think I started to feel this way a year into our relationship actually.” It was the first time you admitted that out loud.

“I know it’s not my place to ask, but if you’ve felt this way long before getting married, why did you?” 

2021

“It’s time to say goodbye.” You hear and feel your heart shatter at the sound of your Mother’s devastated voice. Your boyfriend, Chris, takes hold of you and leads you to the car. The car ride to your childhood home is completely silent. The thirty minute drive feels like an eternity and you worry you’ll be too late. 

When you finally arrive, you make your way upstairs to find your entire family gathered around your father’s bedside. Your mother had turned their bedroom into a makeshift hospice for him so he wouldn’t be alone at the hospital. You run to your father’s side. His large, bruised hand grasps yours. It feels cold. He’s wearing an oxygen mask making it difficult to hear him so you just tell him you love him repeatedly. Tears blind your vision as a man walks into the room to introduce himself. A chaplain. While your father grew up Catholic he wasn’t necessarily a religious man, but nearing the end he sought peace in the man’s prayers. You felt like you  were floating in another dimension. Your siblings took to your side to be closer to him while the chaplain read your father’s last rites. You sobbed into his hand completely in shock. Chris stood beside you. His hand gently grips your shoulder. He wanted to make sure you knew he was there in case you needed him.

The chaplain was talking loudly to your father asking if there was anything else he needed. Your father points to you then to Chris. You don’t understand at first, but soon realize your father wants the two of you to marry. Unbeknownst to you at the time, Chris had swung by your parents home the previous day asking for their blessing once he knew your father wasn’t getting any better. You felt blindsided. Chris seemed more calm than you, but you still asked him if he was okay with this. He nodded his head and you decided to proceed, if only to help your father. You honestly don’t remember anything that was said. All you could think about was your father’s hand in your right and Chris’s in your left and how unbelievably devastated you were. 

Did you want to marry Chris? Was this the right thing to do? Your father passed in peace thinking you were finally settled. You were anything but.

2024

You push away the memory of losing your father and continue telling your story. 

“We got married kind of quickly, thinking it was the natural next step I guess.” Minho nods while listening intently.

“But maybe we were being selfish. Maybe we were both just scared of being alone.”

“It happens more often than it should.” You hum in agreement. “Do you have any kids?” 

You swirl the remaining amber brown liquid mix in your glass. The melting ice clinking together.

“No, his job often keeps him busy. He’s still really focused on growing his career and doesn’t feel ready anymore. I don’t think he’ll ever want kids now.”

2017

Chris was making great strides at work, rising quickly. He felt he was at the cusp of success. The two of you had been dating for 10 months when you got into a small disagreement. It was going to be your first Valentine’s day together. Maybe it was childish, but you loved celebrating milestones together and always went above and beyond planning fun things to do each time. This relationship felt different from any you had before. Chris was special. A week before Valentine’s day, while you stood in line to get donuts, he casually mentioned you would have to spend the weekend alone as he was going to the beach to help a friend with a project. It was an exciting opportunity for him, but you pouted and got teary eyed at the thought of not getting to spend V-day together. Chris rushed you to the car to avoid a scene. It hurt your feelings and he eventually gave in. However, he looked at you seriously and warned you that if you ever got in the way of a job opportunity again, he was going to pick his career over his personal life. You understood where he came from, but it still stuck with you.

2024

“Do you want kids?”

“I do…I did.I gave up asking and eventually gave up on the idea altogether.”

“I’m sorry.” 

“Don’t be. Like you said, it happens.”

“Yes, but that doesn't mean you have to live with it.” Minho feels his heart hurt for you. You weren’t the first broken heart to wander into this bar, but you were the first to capture him. “Did you ever tell him how you feel?” he wonders.

“I suppose I should have, but instead it was another brick I placed on my wall of avoidance I had been building since the start of our relationship. Now it’s too high to even climb over.”

“You want to leave him.” It sounds like a statement rather than a question. Minho wipes the wet spot underneath your glass absentmindedly while you take the final sip of your drink. As he takes the finished glass from your hand, your fingers accidentally touch making both your hearts flutter.

“Sorry, I shouldn’t be spilling my guts to you like this.”

“I’m a bartender. We’re basically therapists.” You both laugh.

“What do I owe you for this session then?” He lets out a breathy snort and smirks. He places your discarded glass into the sink then turns to face you, arms crossed as he leans back against the opposite counter.

“I can think of a few things.” Your middle tightens, unsure if that comment was meant to sound flirtatious or not. You’d be lying if you said you weren’t attracted to him. The both of you stare deeply into each other’s eyes. Unspoken words being exchanged. Minho breaks contact first and leaves to step inside an office near the bar to grab something.

To distract yourself, you reach into your bag and grab your phone. No missed calls or texts from Chris. The time reads 11:55pm. Minho returns to clear off the booth tables. 

“I didn’t realize how late it was.” 

“You’re fine, we close at midnight anyways.” There is no one left in the bar. 

“Is it just you here closing up?” You ask as he turns off the open sign. Minho walks over to the counter and sits in the bar stool next to yours. 

“Just me.” A piece of hair from your loose, clipped bun falls in front of your face. Minho reaches over and tucks it behind your ear. You feel his fingertips lightly touch the shell of your ear and you shiver. He notices your reaction alighting a spark within him, but remains stone faced. As if tucking the hair behind a stranger’s ear wasn’t an intimate act. His fingers graze your shoulder as he returns his hand to his side. The room looks a little hazy, but you’re not completely drunk. 

He rests his arm on the bar mirroring yours. His fingers landing millimeters from yours. Minho couldn’t help himself. He knew it was wrong. He was looking right at your wedding band, but he wanted you. Minho didn’t make it a habit of sleeping with the patrons here, but the moment you walked into the bar, dark hair mussed, round kissable lips in a permanent pout, he was a goner. He didn’t know you outside of what you had revealed. It didn’t matter because Minho knew if you let him in, he would fall for you. Taking his chance, he moves closer to you. His face now an inch from yours. 

“Minho,” you whisper. You place a hand to his chest instinctively. He closes his eyes as the two of you exchange breaths. When he opens them he sees you haven’t moved away or pushed him away. He’s offering you an out and you want to take it. Minho closes the distance and places his warm lips against yours. Your eyes widen at the connection, but you can’t deny the spark that jolts down your body sending pleasure to your core. He places his hand on the side of your neck, resting his thumb on your jawline. You feel yourself melt into his touch and tilt your head to the side to let him in further. Minho takes the hint and opens his mouth pushing his tongue in to meet yours. Your tongue is cold and he can taste the jack and coke on it. He swipes the inside of your mouth collecting the flavors and moans. You wrap your arms around him and pull each other closer together. His other hand finds your waist and brings you between his legs.

Minho finally separates from your desperate kiss, still cradling your face. He looks into your eyes and knows what you want. He stands, taking your hand and guides you into the open office. He closes the door behind you and you're surrounded by darkness. You stand and wait for your eyes to adjust. You reach your arms out to search for him. Before reaching you, he hesitates momentarily. When you take another step near him he reciprocates. His hands travel up your arms lightly until they find your hair. He unclips it, letting your long locks fall. He burrows himself into your neck and inhales. The sensation tickling you. You smell of bananas and coconut. Delicious, he thinks. He nips at your skin and you finally let out the whimper you’d been holding back. Every cell in your body is aware of him. Each touch is an echo, reverberating intense pleasure throughout. You can’t remember the last time you were this aroused. You want to feel guilty, you know you should, but you don’t stop. Instead, you reach for Minho's tie to loosen it. 

He places his lips on yours and continues to explore your mouth with his tongue. After discarding his tie you work quickly on his shirt buttons. Impatience taking over, he helps you and throws it off. You take your fingers and scratch down his pecs to his navel. He shivers under your fingertips and you smile into his kiss. Finally feeling his solid body your arousal starts to pool in your panties. You rub your thighs together. Minho reaches a hand down to provide relief. He tries to push the skirt of your pencil dress up, but it’s too fitted. You chuckle and turn around in his arms, his hands hovering.

“Take it off,” you command. He finds the zipper and undresses you. Cool air hits your body as the dress falls to the floor. Your nipples harden at the exposure. You turn back around and grab at Minho's belt. After removing the rest of his clothes with the exception of his briefs, you take hold of his arms and place him against the wall. You start to kiss down his neck, his chest. You swipe your tongue across one of his nipples and you can feel the goosebumps spread through his body. Traveling further down until you're on your knees, you graze your top lip on the edge of his briefs. His stomach tightens and he places a hand under your chin. Minho tilts your head up to face him. You can’t fully see him, but you can feel his serious gaze. 

“Are you sure you want this? We can stop. I don’t want you to regret anything.” You press your check into his palm and nod.

“I want this. So badly.” He releases your chin and you reach for his briefs. You pull them down releasing his hardened cock. His shaft is soft and warm in your hand. Two thick veins run from his head to the base. You slowly stroke up and down before finally giving him a lick. He lets out a beautiful strangled moan and you feel the liquid courage hit you. You continue to lick and kiss up and down his cock for better lubrication for your grip. You blow a cold breath on his tip and he moans. Minho is putty in your hands and it frightens him how easily you affect him. 

“Kitten, please, I can’t take the teasing,” he pleads. You're unsure where the nickname came from, but you don’t mind it. After tracing your lips with his tip you finally put him in your mouth. 

“F-ffuck, baby.” Minho is worried he isn’t going to last long if you keep this up. You suck him in until he’s hitting the back of your throat and you gag. He brushes his fingers into your hair and takes a tight hold. You release him with a pop, momentarily. 

“Fuck my mouth, Minho.” He doesn’t question you and pushes his cock all the way in again, immediately rutting into you. Each thrust makes you gag until you're crying on his cock. 

“You’re so fucking hot, Kitten. Don’t stop. Don’t ever fucking stop,” he whines. You feel filthy, but it only turns you on. He makes you feel wanted, sexy. Minho knows he is getting close to coming so he pulls out. He brings you up and reaches around your body to unhook your bra. He grazes his thumb over your nipple teasingly then bends down to suck and bite. You hiss with pleasure.

“More, please!” You cry. Minho reaches down and slides his fingers into your panties. He feels how wet you are and releases another groan. 

“Tell me how badly you need me to fuck you,” he says as he walks you to the desk. He resumes his ministrations and nudges your nose for a reply, but you’re too focused on how good his fingers feel against your clit. You begin to breathe heavily as your desire grows.

“Answer me.” His tone is deep and commanding. 

“Yes, fuck me, please fuck me, Minho. I need you inside of me.” You grab him to bring him closer. He removes his hand and licks your wetness purring at the taste. 

“When?”

“W-when what?” You stutter as you watch him suck his fingers clean.

“When did you know you wanted me?”

“The moment our eyes met,” you say without hesitation. His heart beats faster and he wonders if you can hear it. 

“I knew the moment you walked in,” he says back. You pull him into a kiss while he removes your panties and his briefs. His hands roam your naked form and he can’t believe you're real. Minho is starting to salivate.

“Shit,” he whispers angrily.

“What is it?”

“Um, I don’t have a condom.” You take hold of his cock rubbing it against your folds. He closes his eyes and bites his lip.

“Fuck, kitten!”

“I don’t care. I just need you.” Minho grabs hold of your thighs just below your ass and lifts you up onto the desk to sit. As he guides his cock inside you, you tighten your legs around him pushing him further in.

“Ahh, baby, yes!” He shouts once he bottoms out. You feel a slight burn before it quickly turns to pleasure as he starts to slowly move. Minho connects his lips to yours as you swallow each other's moans. 

“You feel so amazing, kitten. Like you were made for me.” You had forgotten how fun sex with a stranger could be. 

“Faster,” you beg. “Harder!”

Minho reaches a hand down and pinches your clit as his pace quickens. He’s fucking you so deep you start shouting his name. 

“Say it louder, baby.”

“Minho, ahh, M-Minho, yes!” Explicit sounds of skin slapping and wetness surround the two of you as you fall further into ecstasy. Minho makes the prettiest sounds as he grows closer to his own orgasm. It only turns you on further as your hands caress and knead every inch of him. Minho’s cock is repeatedly kissing your delicious spot perfectly sending shivers through your entire body. You wrap your arms around his shoulders tightly to be as close as possible to him. Your mouth rests at his ear. Your cries filling his brain. Reaching your high, your body convulses as you finish riding out your orgasm. Your lips suck and lick his ear lobe. Feeling your wetness surround him, Minho lets out a final grunt and comes inside you. The warmth of him reaching every corner within you. You can feel tears prick the back of your eyes. Not from sadness, but from the relief of your release. You know what your heart wants now. While you blink back the tears, Minho lets go of your legs and places you back on the ground, literally and figuratively. Your legs wobble a little so he holds you up until you're steady. He brings you into his arms, holding you and you're quite taken aback by the sweetness of his hug. You rub your hand through his hair and down his back. He places kisses all over your face and you giggle.

Minho doesn’t want to let you go, but he knows he has to. You feel him hesitate, but he finally releases his arms from around you, allowing you to get dressed. Once your bra and underwear are back on he searches for the light switch. It takes your eyes a moment to adjust to the brightness, but once they do you see Minho is completely naked. You stare at him in awe. He’s as beautiful as you imagined. Why on earth did he want you? You continue to watch him while he pulls his briefs on, followed by his pants. He leaves his belt unbuckled. 

You turn your back to Minho once you slide your dress on.

“Can you help me?” you ask. Minho walks over to you and places a hand on your waist. His other hand takes hold of your zipper. He watches as your bare skin disappears with the rise of the zipper. He seals your dress with a soft kiss to your nape. You smile at the intimate gesture. You turn around and thank him. His eyes search yours expectantly, but he can only see sadness.

“I should go.” 

“Okay,” he whispers. “Y/n?” Your name sounds foreign leaving his mouth. 

“Yes?”

“Can I see you again?” Minho is pretty sure he knows what your answer will be, but he falsely hopes. You look down to think. “I know you're married. I know it’s complicated, but-” You place a finger against his lips, cutting him off. You shake your head.

“Minho, you don't need to inherit my mess.” His brow furrows while you can see him work out other options. You gently smooth out his forehead then cup his face. You place a peck on his lips. Minho melts into your kiss, deepening it as he knows it will be your last. You force yourself to pull away from Minho and walk out the office. He trails behind you as you grab your things. You turn to him to look into his beautiful brown eyes one more time. 

“Thank you, Minho.” You blow him an air kiss and walk out the door.

Minho watches you leave. His heart is utterly shattered. He wants to shout. He wants to chase after you, but he knows he shouldn’t so he doesn’t. Instead he watches you disappear from his life as quickly as you entered it.

-

Your key hovers before the door knob while you work up the courage to go inside. Taking a deep breath, you push the key in and unlock your front door. You find Chris sitting on the couch in darkness so you turn the living room lamp on, illuminating his face in warm light. His eyes look heavy and bloodshot, as if he’s been crying. He had been. Chris knows you're there, but he doesn’t want to face you. Not yet. You walk further into the living room, but keep your distance. 

“Chris?” he doesn’t respond. “I’m so sorry.” That grabs his attention as he looks in your direction. He notices you look a little more disheveled than you were before you left him. You're looking at your feet knowing you need to come clean. The two of you broke a long time ago. You were never going to repair this and it was time to face it. 

“I…I slept with someone.” Chris doesn’t even react. He just faces forward again. He doesn’t know if you mean just now or in the past. It doesn’t really matter. 

“I was just hurting so much and for a few short minutes I didn't feel any pain for the first time in years.” His lack of reaction hurts. You know you don’t deserve to feel that way, but you do. He’s still not engaging so you continue. “I can’t go on like this. I can’t keep pretending.” You step in front of him so he can’t avoid you. He still won’t meet your eyes, but he finally speaks.

“What did I do wrong? When did it all go so wrong?” You seriously ponder his question and struggle to reach an answer, but you try.

“I’m not sure if there was a specific moment. It feels more like it’s been piling up gradually. We just don’t have the same goals anymore.” You let out a shaky breath. “And I realized too late what I wanted.” 

“And it’s not me?” You’re unable to answer his question. You refuse.

“I am so sorry, Chris.” It’s all you can think to say.

“Deep down I knew we were broken. I’ve known for a long time,” he confesses. Tears threaten to escape you, but you look up hoping they’ll go away.

“I should have talked to you. After dad died…I should have asked for help, but I was too afraid. You threw yourself into work and I just felt like a burden.”

“I’m sorry I made you feel that way,” he says emotionlessly. His tone frightens you a little. You crouch down in front of him and look up. Chris looks into your eyes and finally sees you. Sees how tired you are. How sad. His hands rest on his knees. You place a hand on top of his and he closes his eyes at your touch. It felt foreign and familiar all at once. He wanted to grab hold of you and push you away. Sensing his internal struggle, you remove your hand and get up.

“I think I should go stay with my mom until we get things sorted.” He nods.

You head upstairs to pack an overnight bag. Chris leans forward and places his head in his hands. He wants to cry, but he wasn’t sure if there were any tears left. His ring captures his attention and twirls it between his fingers mindlessly. You come downstairs and stand before him to say goodbye. His body acts before his brain and he pulls you into him. You’re surprised as he slots you between his knees and places his head against your waist. He takes in a deep breath then exhales an unexpected sob. Turns out he still had a few tears to shed. Your own tears shortly follow falling down your face. Hands shaking, you brush through his dark curls one final time memorizing their softness. You love him. You always will, but what was left for either of you staying together? With the last of your strength, you remove yourself from his grasp and grab your bag. He can hear the sound of metal touching the side table next to him followed by the closing of your shared home’s front door. Chris looks over and sees your wedding band abandoned. He remains frozen for the rest of the night engulfed by the traces of your scent left behind.

A/N: Sorry for the lengthy one shot. Wrote this one kind of quickly so there may be some spelling errors. Also, major apologies to Chris. I just needed to pick someone and he seemed to fit for the husband role. This is a fictional version of Chris. No one is really breaking his heart irl (I hope!). Gonna go watch fluffy Chris videos now.

xx

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[bigtittiecomitte]

Story time with bigtittiecomitte

Everyone remember the How To Train Your Dragon franchise? Yeah same

The third movie came out and me, my dad and my little sister went to go see it. The thing about my dad is that he loves cheaper things (for an example, my dad got me two rip off N and Uzi plushies from Aliexpress instead of buying the offical ones because the official ones are deemed too expensive)

So that’s my dad, really loves cheap things and when we go to see a movie in the movies (we mostly call it movies or movie theatre here, cinema is for fancy people) usually we go to the supermarket first to grab snacks like popcorn, drinks, etc. The only time my dad would pay for food in the movies is for important movies (something like Sonic and Fnaf cause we’re geeks lol)

We went to the movies that was in a mall that we usually go too so we didn’t need to make two stops to the supermarket then the movies. Got popcorn and a bottle of coke (this is important)

Something that’s probably not important but kinda if you’re thinking of watching a movie in New Zealand. Some movie theatres will not allow outside snacks, some do but most movies I’ve went too never allowed it although they don’t really so crap if you do have outside snacks because it’s just smart to carry a bag with you, lesson for anyone wanting that nz movie experience (I don’t know if this is common in other countries tho it could)

The movie theatre that we went to didn’t allow outside snacks so we had to do the really suspicious move and have my little sister carry a bag with heavy stuff in it and the staff probably noticed we were sneaking food in but they didn’t care cause we got in and had front row seats

Halfway through the movie, I grabbed the bottle of coke (the large bottle btw) and it was unopened and I was thirsty so I opened it without fully looking

Worst. Mistake. Of. My. Life

The fucking bottle exploded all over me, I was dying by stupid Coca Cola while people were just watching the movie unknowing this 13 year old was drowning in Coca Cola

NOT EVEN MY FAMILY NOTCIED

So when that was over and I was covered in Coke I immediately told my sister about it and she tried telling my dad but he was too invested in the movie to hear her

To this day I still remember this like it happened yesterday and it got so bad that I recreated the exact moment of fear in my eyes

[syntaxaero]

My Official Review of Wendy's Coca-Cola Zero Sugar (Large)

it is large and tastes slightly less poisonous than McDonald's Coke Zero Sugar drink. Still weirder tasting than the bottled stuff and also not nearly as sweet as Regular Coca-Cola.

5/10

[sys-garden]

i was thinking about the mineral water thing again you know how haddock hates it, and tintin likes it though we dont have evidence its his favorite. i couldnt get it out of my mind. i decided to pull the curtain and figure out what is herge’s deal with mineral water.

1. Belgium seems like like bottled and mineral water quiet a bit. It seems like kinda a europe thing? but according to an article about coke-cola trying to break into the european bottled industry by parting with belgium chaudfontaine.

So its not the leading market in belgium and belgium actually depends more on trade. but its a big market there. It gives me the impression that its not that they are obessed but it is a way of life they dont really think about. So there is this cultural aspect. If any europeans would like to comment on this feel free

2. You remember Slyladavia? It’s the place that Calculus is from and the set of King Ottokar’s septor, the calculus affair and destination moon/explorers on the moon. to quote tintinlogist (a real career) slyladavia "was an idealised portrayal of central Europe between the wars – a benevolent monarchy, peaceful village life, sturdy peasants puffing on large pipes.". And -

Its main export is mineral water. the perfect country in Herge’s mind main export is mineral water. (which i also means calculus is a big mineral water fan)

I feel like what Herge’s point in haddock’s relationship with mineral water is that due to the culture of belgium it’s funny to see someone hate on it. personally I feel like it’s like if a american character really hated soda to a over the top point. and it adds to the sense that haddock struggles to be healthy. And tintin drinking mineral water both relatable and promotes drinking of healthy beverages. 

#tintin #the adventures of tintin

[abookishdreamer]

Character Intro: Epimetheus (Kingdom of Ichor)

Nicknames- Father of Excuses by the people of Olympius

My Wild Man by Pandora

Sculpted Joker by Dione & Aphrodite

Age- 32 (immortal)

Location- Thessaly, Olympius

Personality- Most times, he can be very impulsive and reckless, not thinking about the consequences of his actions till it's too late. He can also be very thoughtless, scatterbrained, & disorganized. Despite his flaws, he's very energetic and passionate, often being the life of the party. He's married.

He and his brother Prometheus (Titan god of forethought) are fraternal twins. Their names literally means "forethought" and "afterthought." He has often felt second best compared to his brother. They are currently not on speaking terms. Epimetheus said as much when he trash talked him on The Godly Hour. He, of course, regretted it later when he found out that his niece Aidos (goddess of shame, modesty, humility, & respect) was watching it back home.

As the Titan god of afterthought and the creator of most animals, his abilities include being able to telepathically communicate with any animal (as well as shapeshifting into any of them), seeing into the past (a few minutes back), and he can induce anyone to act foolish or stupid for a while.

Epimetheus lives in Thessaly with his wife Pandora and their two young daughters Prophasis (goddess of excuses) & Pyrrha in a sprawling Mediterranean estate with many acres of free roaming land for the many pets he owns. He says he has his own personal zoo with a wide variety of animals- marine, wild, woodland, arctic, desert, and domestic. Animal print & bright bold colors were a main theme when it came to the interior design, including carpets made of various animal furs. His mother Clymene (Titaness of fame & renown) bought the property as a wedding gift.

His favorite pets are some of his chimpanzees named Chucky, Bingo, Fiona, & Lulu. He's taught them all sorts of tricks!

Regardless of the whispers he hears about himself, his wife, his brother, or the rest of his family, Epimetheus lets most of them roll off his back. Despite his wife's expensive spending habits (venturing into credit card debt) and her ineptitude in cooking, he worships the ground his wife walks on. The two of them have even discussed potentially starting a joint business together- an animal entertainment for birthday parties. He has even come up with a name- Exotic Enchantments. Epimetheus has released a cologne called Ágrio Pnévma. The scent has notes of olibanum, sandalwood, musk, jasmine, & black suede. A 50 ml bottle sells for 295 drachmas while a 100 ml bottle sells for 445 drachmas. For other work/means if income, he's a contributing writer for Zeus' magazine as well as modeling for Platinum Alchemy. He’s also been thinking about releasing his signature cologne & even creating his own line of tequilas!

Epimetheus is a notorious borrower of money and is even more well known for paying the debt extremely late. He even managed to convince Hestia to loan him three million drachmas. His mother ended up repaying all his debts.

Out of his brothers, he's definitely closer to Menoetius (Titan god of rage, violence, & rash actions) despite their disagreements. They often ride their motorcycles together. Epimetheus speaks with his other brother Atlas (Titan god of strength & endurance) on the phone every week.

His go-to drink is orange juice (with some heavy splashes of vodka). He also likes scotch, rum & cokes, red wine, cola, negronis, champagne, dirty martinis, & beer. His usuals from The Roasted Bean is an olympian sized dark roast coffee and a large iced tea.

Epimetheus is thinking about getting a yacht.

His favorite frozen treat is chunky monkey ice cream (banana ice cream with dark fudge chunks and chopped walnuts).

Despite his "special relationship" with his mom, Epimetheus is cool with Helios (Titan god of the sun), despite his "special" relationship with his mother. They sometimes go out tanning. He has also taken a young god under his wing, mentoring Horme (god of energy). He's also friends with Momus (god of mockery, satire, & ridicule), Matikós (god of performance), Karmanor (demi-god of the harvest), Orthosia (goddess of wealth) Koros (god of surfeit & disdain), Apólafsi (god of enjoyment), Felis (Titaness of cats), Psionikós (god of the mind), Aplistos (god of avarice), Sponde (goddess of libations), Hydros (god of water), and Aisa (goddess of lot & fate). Epimetheus is also in talks to mentor Koalemos (god of foolishness).

He's a notorious procrastinator, often waiting till the last minute to complete tasks.

Epimetheus isn't really close with his other nieces & nephew Calypso, The Hyades, & Deucalion- not by choice, but he does want to open up a line of communication with them.

He personally describes himself as an "outstanding omnivore." His all time favorite meal is a bloomin' onion, a slab of chipotle barbeque baby back ribs, extra large calamari rings, lobster tails drenched in butter, and mac n' cheese.

In his free time (when he's not with his wife, kids, or pets), Epimetheus loves cliff diving, cloud surfing, riding go-karts, regular surfing, basketball, clubbing, football (soccer), wind sailing, fishing, mountain climbing, horseback riding, bungee jumping, and mountain biking. He also enjoys playing video games- sometimes doing online streams on Fatestagram.

"There's many more mistakes I haven't made yet!"

#my oc #my oc character #my character #oc character #epimetheus #oc intro #character intro #oc introduction #character introduction #modern greek gods #modern greek mythology #greek myth retellings #greek gods #greek mythology #greek pantheon

[foodreceipe]

Medicinal Soft Drinks and Coca-Cola Fiends: The Toxic History of Soda Pop

Soda’s reputation has fallen a bit flat lately: The all-American beverage most recently made headlines due to an FDA investigation of a potential carcinogen, commonly called “caramel coloring,” used in many soft-drink recipes. This bit of drama follows other recent stories that paint an unflattering picture of the soda industry, including New York’s attempt to ban super-sized drinks, the eviction of soda machines from many public schools, and a spate of new soda-tax proposals. All these regulations are designed to mitigate the unhealthy impacts of Big Soda, such as increasing childhood obesity, in the same way restrictions were slapped on cigarettes in years past.

“The drink became symbolic of America, and even freedom in a way. It made Coca-Cola more than just another fizzy drink.”

Faced with all this bad press, it’s hard to believe that the “evil” soft drink actually began as a health product, touted for its many beneficial effects. In fact, soda got its start in Europe, where the healing powers of natural mineral waters have been prescribed for hundreds of years. Bathing or drinking the water from these natural spas was thought to cure a wide variety of illnesses. Tristan Donovan, the author of Fizz: How Soda Shook Up the World, says that the ailments treated with bubbling spring waters constituted a “ludicrously big list,” everything from gallstones to scurvy. (In reality, the beverage did little more than settle an upset stomach, without any adverse side effects.)

Despite the broad appeal of mineral water, packaging and transporting this effervescent liquid proved difficult, so chemists set out to make their own. “It took until 1767 for the real breakthrough to happen when Joseph Priestley, the British chemist who was the first to identify oxygen, figured out a way to put carbon dioxide into water,” says Donovan. Priestley’s process used a fermenting yeast mash to infuse water with the gas, resulting in a weakly carbonated drink. Proponents of the bubbly beverage’s healthful properties were thrilled.

Top: A Coke advertisement from 1907. Above: Early soda machines required oversized cranks to manually carbonate water, like these devices from the 1870s.

In 1783, the Swiss scientist Johann Jacob Schweppe improved on Priestley’s process with a device for carbonating water using a hand-cranked compression pump, launching the now-famous Schweppes company. Yet it was still virtually impossible to get carbonated water to market without losing its fizz, as drinks in corked stoneware bottles tended to go flat quickly and glass bottles weren’t widely available. Charles Plinth solved part of the problem with his soda syphon in 1813, which could dispense bubbly water without compromising the remaining mixture’s carbonation, though syphons still had to be refilled at a facility that actually produced the carbonated liquid.

Finally, in 1832, the English-born American inventor John Matthews developed a lead-lined chamber wherein sulphuric acid and powdered marble (also known as calcium carbonate) were mixed together to generate carbon dioxide. The gas was then purified and manually mixed into cool water with steady agitation, creating carbonated water. Matthews’ design worked either as a bottling unit or a soda fountain, since it produced enough carbonated water to last customers all day. But America’s weak glass industry still wasn’t able to support large-scale bottling plants, so the simplest way to sell soda water was at public fountains.

Left, a Schweppes ad from 1937, more than 150 years after the mineral water company was founded. Right, early carbonated waters were sometimes sold in rounded “torpedo” bottles, forcing them to lie flat so the liquid contents would dampen the cork, preventing it from shrinking.

“If I were going to single out one person as creating the carbonated drink industry, I would give credit to Benjamin Silliman, even though he eventually failed financially,” says Anne Funderburg, the author of Sundae Best: A History of Soda Fountains.

An illustration of a French soda water apparatus, featuring soda syphons and carbonating machines below the counter, circa 1830s.

“Silliman was a chemistry professor at Yale College, and he wanted to supplement his small paycheck while also doing something altruistic for mankind. Silliman believed that carbonated waters could be used as medicine, so he set up a business in New Haven, Connecticut, selling bottled carbonated water.” Though Silliman had little success selling the drink at his local apothecary, he decided to expand his business, designing a larger-capacity carbonation apparatus and securing investments to open two pump rooms in New York City.

In 1809, Silliman started selling his soda water at the Tontine coffeehouse and the City Hotel, elegant establishments that catered to an elite clientele (the Tontine was in the same building as the New York Stock Exchange). In addition to their supposedly beneficial products, these early soda fountains were designed to create an uplifting environment, adorned with marble counters and ornate brass soda dispensers. However, Silliman continued to focus on the medical benefits of his soda water, while his competitors recognized that the social aspects of drinking were potentially more appealing.

In their heyday, soda fountains were elaborately designed places for rejuvenation. Left, the counter at the Clarkson & Mitchell Drugstore in Springfield, Illinois, circa 1905. Via the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Right, an 1894 ad for an ornate fountain produced by Charles Lippincott & Co.

“People who had better business sense than Silliman set up their pump rooms like a spa: You came to drink your carbonated water, but you hung around reading the free books and conversing with other intelligent people who were also there to drink carbonated water,” says Funderburg. “They understood that you could make a real business out of it, where Silliman treated soda more as a medicine.” Though the servers at Tontine recognized that customers preferred soda water as a mixer, it remained a slow seller, and eventually Silliman was forced out of the industry. Even as Silliman’s company failed, the soda trend was catching, and successful fountains soon popped up in other cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore.

Because carbonated water was still viewed as a health drink, the first soda shops were situated in drugstores and closely linked with their pharmacies. “Part of the reason they became so entwined is that the process of carbonating water and making syrups or flavorings was something pharmacists already had the skill set to do,” Donovan explains. “They were the obvious people to take this on, and they started adding in ingredients they thought were health-providing. Sarsaparilla was linked to curing syphilis. Phosphoric acid was seen as something that could help hypertension and other problems.” Long-standing favorites like ginger ale and root beer were also initially prized for their medicinal qualities.

According to Darcy O’Neil, author of Fix the Pumps, pharmacists initially used sweet-tasting soda flavors to mask the taste of bitter medicines like quinine and iron, as most medication was taken in liquid form during this era. Plus, many pharmaceutical tinctures and tonics were already mixed with alcohol, which made even the most pungent medicinal flavors enticing. “Many of the elixirs and tonics contained as much alcohol as a shot of whiskey,” writes O’Neil. “This was popular with both the imbiber and pharmacy. The imbiber could get an alcoholic drink at a fraction of the bar’s price because there were no taxes on alcohol-based ‘medicine.’”

Acid phosphates like Horsford’s, seen in these advertisements from the 1870s, gave many soda fountain drinks a distinctively tart flavor.

Besides booze, sodas of the 19th century also incorporated drugs with much stronger side effects, including ingredients now known as narcotics. Prior to the Pure Food & Drug Act of 1906, there were few legal restrictions on what could be put into soda-fountain beverages. Many customers came to soda fountains early in the morning to get a refreshing and “healthy” beverage to start their day off right: Terms like “bracer” and “pick-me-up” referred to the physical and mental stimulation sodas could provide, whether from caffeine or other addictive substances.

Pharmacists were soon making soda mixtures with stronger drugs known as “nervines,” a category that included strychnine, cannabis, morphine, opium, heroin, and a new miracle compound called cocaine, which was first isolated in 1855. “Cocaine was a wonder drug at the time when it was first discovered,” Donovan explains. “It was seen as this marvelous medicine that could do you no harm. Ingredients like cocaine or kola nuts or phosphoric acid were all viewed as something that really gave you an edge.

“Cocaine was a wonder drug at the time when it was first discovered. It was seen as this marvelous medicine that could do you no harm.”

“Recipes I’ve seen suggest it was about 0.01 grams of cocaine used in fountain sodas. That’s about a tenth of a line of coke,” he says. “It’s hard to be sure, but I don’t think it would’ve given people a massive high. It would definitely be enough to have some kind of effect, probably stronger than coffee.” While the dosages were small, they were certainly habit-forming, and soda fountains stood to profit from such consistent customers.

Throughout the mid-19th century, soda fountains spread clear across the U.S., and a niche health drink became a beloved American refreshment, capable of competing with the best cocktails in the world. Soda throwers or soda jerks, as they were later called (after the jerking arm movement required to operate the taps), had to be just as skilled as bartenders at mixing drinks; in fact, many bartenders started working at soda fountains once the industry was booming.

“Around that time, it became obvious to the medical profession that there weren’t any health benefits to carbonated water on its own, so people started selling it as a treat,” says Funderburg. “It’s hard to put our heads around how much of a treat cold fizzy water was back then. People didn’t have mechanical refrigeration, so to have a cold drink was a big deal. They flavored them with chocolate or fruit syrups, and citrus fruits like lime and lemon became favorites.”

By the early 20th century, soda fountains were an integral part of neighborhood drugstores, such as this counter in the People’s Drug Store, in Washington, D.C. pharmacy, circa 1920. Via Shorpy.

Presumably, as soon as carbonated water was commercially available, people were adding their own flavorings to spice things up. “The earliest advertisement I’ve managed to find for something we would call soda was from 1807, and that was a sparkling lemonade being sold in York,” says Donovan. “It could have been a fairly new idea, but people had flavored still water for years beforehand.”

Lemon drinks made up the first of many flavor fads to hit the soda industry, likely because un-carbonated lemonade was a familiar refreshment. According to O’Neil, lemon syrups were already used as a base flavor for many medicines, so concocting a tasty drink with these was natural. Beyond lemon, all manner of citrus-flavored sodas were enjoyed in the mid-1800s, in part because their essential oils were easy to extract and preserve. Other fountain staples included orange, vanilla, cherry, and wintergreen, although shops were always testing new recipes looking for the latest hip drink. Most soda mixtures were made using a sugary simple syrup, but popular flavors were often far more tart than today’s sodas.

One of the most complete records of these innovative cocktails is DeForest Saxe’s 1894 book entitled Saxe’s New Guide, or, Hints to Soda Water Dispensers. In its pages, Saxe illuminates his own experience working a soda fountain, detailing tips for pouring sodas, keeping them cold, and making an extensive list of drink recipes. From a “Tulip Peach” to a “Swizzle Fizz,” or an “Opera Bouquet” to an “Almond Sponge,” Saxe covered the wildest new flavor sensations in addition to the classic egg creams and flavored phosphates. But despite their fantastic names, Saxe’s recipes notably avoid the medicinal ingredients many soda fountains relied upon to give their drinks a kick.

An illustration of proper mixing form as published in Saxe’s 1894 book.

By the turn of the 20th century, many Americans had begun to recognize the dangers of serving unregulated medications in such a casual manner. In 1902, the Los Angeles Times published an article titled “They Thirst for Cocaine: Soda Fountain Fiends Multiplying,” which focused on the questionable ingredients in popular drinks like Coca-Cola. However, Donovan says that judging from the small quantities of cocaine in actual recipes, it’s doubtful that there were many soda-addicted fiends.

In the 1890s, Coke was directly marketed as a medicinal drink.

In fact, Coke was developed while looking for an antidote to the common morphine addictions that followed the Civil War: Veteran and pharmacist John Stith Pemberton concocted the original Coca-Cola mixture while experimenting with opiate-free painkillers to soothe his own war wounds. The company’s first advertisement ran on the patent-medicine page of the Atlanta Journal in 1886, and made it clear that Coca-Cola was viewed as a health drink, “containing the properties of the wonderful Coca plant and the famous Cola nuts.”

Of course, these were also the properties of your basic uppers: Cocaine is a coca leaf extract, and the African kola nut is known for its high caffeine content. Once the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 required narcotics to be clearly labelled, the majority of Coca-Cola’s cocaine was removed, though it took until 1929 for the company to develop a method that could eliminate all traces of the drug.

However, at the turn of the 20th century, the harshest public criticism was reserved for a different devilish drink — alcohol. As temperance groups rallied against booze, they helped propel teetotaling customers into American soda fountains. In 1919, the year before Prohibition took effect, there were already 126,000 soda fountains in the United States, far exceeding the number of bars and nightclubs today. “Soda had always played up the temperance link,” says Donovan. “Even before Prohibition, sodas like Hires Root Beer were presented as non-alcoholic drinks and marketed that way. Lots of fizzy-drink companies encouraged the temperance movement, and they were generally quite pleased from a business perspective when Prohibition came in. Their sales rose. People couldn’t go to bars anymore so they turned to soda fountains instead.”

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Exposed (Cobra Kai story): Chapter 1

Cobra Kai released a commercial explaining the reasons for their success and encouraged people to join their new flagship dojo in Encino.

At the LaRusso family’s mansion, Chozen began doing laps in the pool. When he was done, he walked out of the pool, grabbed a towel, and began to dry himself off.

Chozen was naked.

Amanda walked out of the mansion. She was holding a laundry basket. She gasped when she saw Chozen.

Chozen smiled and waved. “Ah, good morning, Amanda-san.”

Amanda walked into the mansion.

Amanda approached Daniel.

“This is not okay, Daniel. It is crazy enough you flew him here. You didn't tell me he was going to be living with us. You definitely didn't say anything about him being a nudist.” Amanda said.

Daniel sighed. “He's not a nudist. He's just a man of routine. In Okinawa, he'd start every morning bathing in his local hot spring.”

“So, let's get him a membership to the YMCA. There are places he can be naked that aren't our backyard. I can't believe this is happening.” Amanda said.

“It won't happen again. I...” Daniel trailed off.

“I'm not talking about the pool. I'm talking about all of this. You said the All-Valley was the end of it. Sam and Tory had their match. Nobody got hurt. Kreese even went to jail. It's a karate miracle! This should be over.” Amanda said.

“I know, but with Terry Silver in charge and Cobra Kai expanding, they're more of a threat than ever. If I don't do something, it's only a matter of time before he has brainwashed all the kids in the Valley.” Daniel said.

“I'm not worried about all the kids in the Valley. I'm worried about our kids.” Amanda said.

Daniel sighed. “I promise you, Amanda, I will not put our kids in danger.” 

“How can you keep that promise, Daniel?” Amanda asked.

“Because of Chozen. That's why he's here.” Daniel said.

“It's summer, Daniel. Call me crazy, but I thought we'd be having Mai Tais by the pool, not watching your Okinawan assassin use it as his training ground.” Amanda said.

Amanda walked away.

Miguel arrived in Ceuta, Mexico on a bus. He refused trinkets from sellers on the street hawking their trade. His cell phone had no service. He was approached by an outwardly friendly Australian man. Miguel asked him for directions. He marked Miguel’s destination on a map. He requested that Miguel compensate him for doing so. Miguel naively complied, only to find that the man's friends had stolen his backpack. They demanded further payment for its return. They took a large chunk of cash in exchange for Miguel’s belongings.

While journeying south of the border, Johnny decided to stop at a convenience store.

Sarah and Robby stood with their backs against Johnny’s car as they waited for Johnny to walk out of the store.

“All right. Gracias.” Johnny walked out of the store. He was wearing red sunglasses. The tag hadn’t been removed from the sunglasses. He was holding two plastic bags.

"Got us some choice supplies for the next leg of our road trip." Johnny said.

Sarah and Robby stepped away from Johnny’s car. 

Johnny reached into one of the bags and pulled out two bottles of Coca-Cola. "Mexican Cokes."

Johnny handed the bottles to Sarah and Robby.

“I think here they’re just Cokes.” Sarah said.

Sarah was wearing an unzipped beige cotton jacket, a white tank top, light blue denim jeans, and black low-top Converse sneakers with white laces. Her naturally straight blonde hair was tied back in a braid. She had on a light amount of black eyeliner, a light amount of black mascara, and soft brown eyeshadow. Her lip balm was a pretty peach colour.

Johnny reached into one of the bags and pulled out a bag of candy. “Mexican candy.”

Johnny reached into one of the bags and pulled out a bag of chicharróns.

“Chicharróns.” Johnny put the chicharróns in the backseat of his car.

Johnny reached into one of the bags and pulled out a cell phone. “And just picked up this badass cell phone. It's got 60 minutos on it. That's, like, 300 American minutes.”

“And I got you a little something to say ‘welcome to Mexico’.” Johnny reached into one of the bags and pulled out a bobblehead in the shape of a dog.

The bobblehead was wearing a sombrero.

Johnny handed the bobblehead to Robby.

“Don't tell me it's offensive. We bought it in Mexico. It's their idea.” Johnny said.

Robby put the bobblehead in the backseat of Johnny’s car.

“And here. Gift number two.” Johnny reached into one of the bags and pulled out a blue long-sleeved shirt with FBI emblazoned on the front in yellow letters.

Johnny handed the shirt to Robby.

“Turn it around.” Johnny told Robby.

Robby turned the shirt around.

A picture of a woman and the words Female Body Inspector were emblazoned on the back of the shirt.

Johnny laughed. “Isn't that great? I got some for me and Sarah too.”

“What are we actually doing here? Don't say it's a family bonding thing. We could have done that 500 miles ago.” Robby said.

Johnny took off his sunglasses. “All right, look. This is a family bonding thing. There's just something I have to take care of first.”

Daniel and his students were at the Miyagi-Do dojo.

“Everyone, gather around.” Daniel told his students.

Daniel’s students gathered around him.

“It's great to see you all back here. You know, we had one goal going into the All-Valley: beat Cobra Kai. We walked away with a first-place trophy thanks to Eli.” Daniel said.

“Whoo!” Daniel’s students cheered. 

“As far as the rest of the tournament…Well, it just didn't go our way. We said we'd close our dojo if we lost, and that's what we're going to do. As of today, I am shutting down Miyagi-Do Karate.” Daniel said.

Daniel’s students looked upset. 

“What?” Sam asked. 

“Wait. Mr. LaRusso...” Eli trailed off.

"I know that's not what you were hoping to hear, but with everything going on at Cobra Kai, continuing to operate Miyagi-Do only leaves a target on your backs. Guys, I have to keep you safe, okay? Just remember what you've learned. This dojo may be closing, but Miyagi-Do lives inside each and every one of you still." Daniel said.

Demetri sighed. “Great. Guess I'm getting a summer job."

Daniel’s students, with the exception of Sam, left.

"Dad, this can't be your plan." Sam said.

"I know you're disappointed." Daniel said.

Tears formed in Sam’s eyes.

"I just want to make things right. This wouldn't be happening if I hadn't lost to Tory. This is all my fault." Sam said.

"No, Sam. It's mine. With Johnny gone, it’s on me to fix this. I reached out to Chozen because this isn't about a tournament anymore. This is real life." Daniel responded.

"But Dad, I can fight." Sam said.

“This isn't your fight, Sam. I know firsthand that Sliver isn't afraid of putting kids in harm's way, and I have to keep all of you out of it. So, please, just.... Just trust me on this." Daniel pleaded.

Sam shook her head and walked away.

Following the map provided to him by the scammers, Miguel found himself in a seedy bar, where he interrupted a poker game. Believing one of the players was his father, he introduced himself and said that his mother was Carmen Diaz. The player mocked him before ordering his cousin to eject him from the room. Miguel fended off the player’s cousin and demanded answers. The player insisted he was not the person Miguel was looking for, as he didn’t know anyone named Carmen Diaz, and threatened him with a gang beatdown if he did not leave. Realizing his mistake, Miguel apologized and departed.

Johnny was driving his car. Robby was in the passenger’s seat. Sarah was in the backseat.

“You've got to be kidding me!” Robby yelled angrily.

“You have every right to be upset.” Johnny said.

“How could you take me to Mexico and not mention once we're coming to get Miguel?” Robby asked.

“Come on, Robby. Let's go to Mexico. Come back with some stories.” Robby mocked.

“I wasn't bullshitting you. I want to fix our relationship. When I heard Miguel was in trouble, I had to do something. I just couldn't leave you at home. I'm done doing that. Besides, I need your help to find Miguel.” Johnny said.

Robby raised an eyebrow and asked, "My help? Do you even have a plan?"

“Yeah, of course I do. Miguel's looking for Hector Salazar. I know where the kid gets off the bus. That's our first stop.” Johnny said.

"And when we get there, what do you plan on doing?" Robby asked.

“I'll ask around if anyone saw Miguel.” Johnny said.

"That's the big plan?" Robby asked.

"Of course not. We come up dry, I'll check the Mexican phone book." Johnny said.

"Oh, my God. You drove me over a thousand miles to check a phone book? Might as well put Miguel's face on a milk carton," Robby muttered.

"They still do that?" Johnny asked.

“I could be at home with Tory. Coming with you was a mistake,” Robby muttered.

Johnny sighed. “All right. I'm sorry, okay? I thought this trip would help you and Miguel get over your shit. When we get to the bus station, if you want to buy a ticket home, you can. I don't want you to go home, but...”

A truck appeared in front of Johnny’s car.

“Dad, watch out!” Robby yelled.

“Shit!” Johnny yelled.

Johnny swerved off the road to avoid colliding with the truck. His car came to a stop in the grass. One of the tires hissed.

“Great. Just great," Johnny muttered.

At the LaRusso family’s mansion, Daniel introduced Chozen to Terry by replaying his victory speech from the All-Valley Tournament.

“This is what we're up against. Terry Silver. This is how everyone sees him. As some kind of philanthropist out to save the kids of the Valley. That's why you're here. I tried to stop Cobra Kai on my own. Nothing has worked. There's only one way to end this. We have to cut the head off the snake.” Daniel told Chozen.

“Hai, Daniel-san. I can do that.” Chozen said.

Chozen bent down.

Chozen grunted as he showed off a pair of sai.

Daniel’s eyes widened.

“Hey! Whoa! No, no, no. I didn't mean literally cut his head off.” Daniel said.

“They are not for cutting. They are for blocking, and stabbing, and clawing, and gouging.” Chozen said. 

“Still, please put them away before Amanda sees them.” Daniel said.

Chozen put the pair of sai away.

“What I meant was we need to expose Silver for who he really is. Then his students will see the light. The problem is Silver may be crazy, but he's not dumb. He always thinks two moves ahead. You have to be careful with this guy.” Daniel told Chozen. 

Chozen angrily looked at the TV. “No, Daniel-san. He must be careful with this guy. Take me to Terry Silver.”

At Daniel’s interior dojo, Sam was training while watching her match with Tory on her laptop. She took a break to answer a call from Miguel.

"Miguel?" Sam sounded worried.

"Hey, Sam." Miguel greeted.

"Where are you? Are you okay? I kept calling, and…" Sam trailed off.

“Yeah. Look, I-I just didn't want anyone to know where I was until I found my dad.” Miguel said.

"Did you find him?" Sam asked.

"Well, that's…That's actually why I'm calling right now. The process has been a lot harder than I expected.” Miguel said.

"That's why you're calling? Your mom is so worried. You left without telling anyone where you were going." Sam sounded angry.

“Well, I knew if I told you, you'd try to stop me.” Miguel said.

"Because we care about you. Miguel, what you're doing is really dangerous. Your mom and grandma left Ecuador to get away from your dad. They probably did it for a good reason." Sam said.

“I…I…I…” Miguel trailed off.

A dumpster lid slammed. Miguel jumped, startled.

"Going to ask what happened at the tournament? You knew what it meant for me to face Tory. You're not going to ask if I won or lost?" Sam asked.

“Sam, h-how are you making this about you right now?” Miguel asked.

“I'm not. I…I just thought you'd be in my corner.” Sam said.

“Okay, well, what about my corner? You...You have no idea. There are more important things than karate, Sam.” Miguel said.

“Yeah, there are.” Sam indignantly ended the call.

Miguel sighed.

Miguel observed a man named Hector on the street and began to follow him.

Johnny, Sarah, and Robby got out of Johnny’s car.

Johnny began looking for the lug wrench.

“Where did LaRusso hide the lug wrench?” Johnny asked.

Robby pulled off a piece of the car and grabbed the lug wrench.

Robby handed the lug wrench to Johnny.

"I lived in here, remember?" Robby asked.

"Of course I remember." Johnny said.

Johnny, Sarah, and Robby made their way to the front of Johnny’s car.

"How the hell did you get this car anyway?" Robby asked.

Johnny crouched down and began removing the broken tire.

“I went looking for you. After you went missing, LaRusso and I tried to find you. We found this hunk of junk instead. We found some pissant driving it. We chased him to a chop shop. Ended up fighting the douchebags that stole it.” Johnny said.

“I had no idea.” Robby said.

Johnny sighed.

“I know I haven't been there for you, Robby. More times than I can count. But I've also failed Miguel.  Hell, I'm the reason he ran off in the first place. I'm out here trying to fix my mistakes so I don't have to live with regret. If you're serious about making things right, you can start by helping Miguel. I know you have regrets when it comes to him. I'm going to call Carmen. I'll be right back. Finish taking these off.” Johnny handed Robby the lug wrench.

Johnny stepped away from his car. He pulled out his cell phone and called Carmen.

“Johnny. Are you at the bus station yet?” Carmen asked.

“Uh...We had car trouble. Be there in a few hours. Any updates? Hear from Miguel?” Johnny asked.

“No, but I did hear from Sam. Miguel called her. He's okay.” Carmen said.

“All right. That's great. Did she say where he's going?” Johnny asked.

“All Sam knows is that Miguel hasn't found Hector yet. I feel sick to my stomach with Hector having no idea he has a son and Miguel not answering my calls. Maybe I should come down there.” Carmen said.

“No. There's no reason to put yourself in danger. Who knows what Hector could do if he sees you again? It's under control. I'll find him, I promise. It's going to be okay.” Johnny said.

“Okay.” Carmen hung up.

Daniel parked his car outside of Cobra Kai’s new flagship dojo.

Chozen was in the passenger’s seat.

“Look at that line. You'd think he's giving away Teslas or something. Picked a good location too. Lots of foot traffic.” Daniel said.

Kenny handed out flyers. “Welcome to Cobra Kai.”

“This is what I was afraid of. Cobra Kai's enlisting kids who have no idea what they're getting into.” Daniel said.

Chozen looked through the window.

“Daniel-san, look.” Chozen told Daniel.

Daniel looked through the window.

Terry was sparring with some of his students.

Chozen said something in Japanese.

“What?” Daniel asked. “What is it?”

“I have seen these moves before.” Chozen said. 

“You have? Where?” Daniel asked.

“Kim Sun-Yung.” Chozen said.

“Wait. That's a real person? I thought it was just mumbo-jumbo Silver came up with.” Daniel said.

“No. He's very real. My uncle Sato did not speak much of Kim Sun-Yung, but I know he had much anger towards him.” Chozen said.

“Sounds like Sato. I don't think I ever remember Mr. Miyagi mentioning Kim Sun-Yung.” Daniel said.

“Well, Miyagi-san left Okinawa before World War II. Kim Sun-Yung became known during Korean War. He taught many American soldiers.” Chozen said.

“Makes sense. Kreese and Silver are war buddies. What did he teach them?” Daniel asked. 

“Uh…Kim Sun-Yung was a master of Tang Soo Do, but that is not what he taught. His style was…Um…Controversial.” Chozen said.

“What was controversial about it?” Daniel asked.

“I will demonstrate.” Chozen said.

At Daniel’s interior dojo, Chozen demonstrated Kim Sun-Yung’s style, overwhelming Daniel immediately.

“Kim Sun-Yung's style is based on deception. No honour. No mercy.” Chozen said.

“You could have just told me.” Daniel said.

“If Silver is student of Master Kim, we must be careful. All direct attacks will be recognized.” Chozen said.

“I don't want to attack him. I want to expose him.” Daniel said.

“To catch serpent, you must think like serpent. We will use his style against him.” Chozen told Daniel. 

“How will we do that?” Daniel asked.

Chozen smirked.

Miguel continued to follow Hector from a distance, watching his interactions with the locals.

A young boy kicked a soccer ball in Miguel’s direction.

Miguel extended his foot and kicked the ball up into the air. It began to fall. Before it hit the ground, he caught it with his hands.

Miguel approached the boy. "Hey. Uh, hola."

Miguel handed the ball to the boy.

Miguel spoke to the boy in Spanish. His words translated to “My name is Miguel. And you? Your name?”

“Luis!” The boy’s mother yelled.

The boy’s mother was named Maria.

Luis ran towards Maria.

At the bus station, Johnny gave Robby money for his trip home before approaching the Australian man Miguel encountered when he arrived. He and his friends proceeded to run another scam on Johnny, who caught them trying to steal his wallet. A fight ensued. Sarah and Robby rushed to their father’s aid. Johnny, Sarah, and Robby defeated the scammers. 

As Miguel drew closer to Hector and his family, Luis accidentally kicked his ball into the path of an oncoming car.

“Luis!” Maria yelled.

Miguel saved Luis. Hector and Maria were grateful. They invited Miguel to have dinner with them. During dinner, Hector claimed that Miguel seemed familiar.

Johnny, Sarah, and Robby were at the beach, drinking Coke and watching as the sun set.

Johnny looked at Robby. “This trip was a disaster from the jump. You're right. It was a mistake to bring you.”

“No, it wasn't. Okay…I mean, some of it was. Technically, you kidnapped and transported a minor across the border, but we got a good story out of it.” Robby said.

“Yeah, we did. Your bus will be here soon. You should go. This is my mess to clean up.” Johnny said.

“You're right. But...But I'm going to stay. You're trying to make things right. I want to help you. At least now we know where we're going. X marks the spot, right?” Robby asked, holding up the map.

“All right.” Johnny wrapped his arm around Robby’s shoulder and hugged him. They laughed. “All right.”

Johnny clinked his bottle against Robby’s.

As Daniel closed the Miyagi-Do dojo, Terry introduced a group of new senseis to his students, among whom was Chozen.

#fanfiction

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Where is the Coca-Cola Recipe? Exploring the Secret Formula

I'm sure you've heard of Coca Cola, the world-famous soft drink! But have you ever wondered where the recipe for this iconic beverage comes from? Many people are curious about the origins and contents of that famous syrup. Well, I'm here to tell you all about it! In this article, I'll explore the history behind Coke's secret recipe and how it has remained hidden over the years. So stick around to learn more about Where Is The Coca Cola Recipe! Origins Of The Recipe I've always been fascinated by the hidden origins of Coca-Cola. It's a recipe that has become so iconic and beloved, yet its true beginnings are shrouded in mystery and folklore tales. The first known mention of the drink was made back in 1886 when pharmacist John Pemberton advertised it as an "intellectual beverage". This description alone makes me wonder what sort of concoction he had created! He said it would cure many ailments like headaches and nervousness - but I'm not sure if I believe him. Mystery aside, this soft drink has certainly come a long way since then to become one of the world’s most popular drinks. Whether you love or hate it, there is no denying that for over 130 years people have enjoyed sipping on their favorite cola. The Mysterious Recipe Book I was curious to learn more about the secrets of the Coca-Cola recipe, so I started exploring further. It turns out that there is a mysterious recipe book with details on how to make it! This book has been in circulation since 1891 and is kept under lock and key by The Coca-Cola Company. In this book, the secret ingredients are listed as well as specific instructions for making the product. The company’s branding strategy plays an important role in protecting their famous formula from being replicated. They have used customer demand to create a unique mystique around the product and its recipe which helps to protect it from competitors. Furthermore, they continually launch new products based off of their iconic drink, helping them stay at the top of consumer preference lists worldwide. Coca-Cola continues to be one of the most sought after drinks year after year due largely in part to its unrivaled reputation as ‘the real thing’. Despite efforts by others to imitate or reproduce it, Coca-Cola remains number one – all thanks to their mysterious recipe book! The Ingredients Of The Secret Recipe It's no secret that the Coca-Cola recipe has been a closely guarded secret since its invention. But what we do know is that it contains something sweet and some kind of flavoring. For many years, sugar was used as the main sweetener in the iconic beverage, but now there are plenty of sugar alternatives available to give this classic soda an even more delicious twist! From artificial sweeteners to natural ones like honey or agave syrup, there are lots of options for those looking to reduce their sugar intake with Coke. Furthermore, different flavoring variations can also be added for a unique taste experience every time you take a sip. Whether it's vanilla extract, almond essence, lime juice or anything else you can think of - if you're creative enough with your ingredients then you just might create the perfect copycat version of this beloved drink! The Coca Cola Company's Stance On Secrecy I have always been fascinated by the mysterious marketing of Coca-Cola. From their iconic bottle design and secret recipe, to their trademark protection policies and worldwide presence - it's no wonder why Coke has become a powerhouse in the beverage industry. Coca-Cola is well known for its fierce protection of its brand, but when it comes to the famous formula that makes up the drink we all know and love, they've kept an even tighter lid on things. In fact, only two people at any given time are allowed knowledge about the composition of the ingredients in Coca-Cola – with one person being referred to as “the Keeper of The Secret”. It's rumored that those two individuals aren't even allowed to fly together! It seems like there may never be a way for us mere mortals to access this closely guarded information. However, what can't be denied is how successful Coca-Cola has been over its more than 130 years in business thanks to such trademark protection efforts! How The Recipe Has Changed Over The Years I'm sure you've heard of the famous Coca-Cola recipe, shrouded in marketing secrecy and giving rise to brand loyalty. But did you know that it has changed over time? Let's explore how this beloved formula has evolved since its invention in 1886. In 1919, two new ingredients were added: sugar and caffeine. This change was meant to give the drink a sweeter taste with an extra kick of energy. Three years later, the company began using high fructose corn syrup instead of sugar as a sweetener due to cost concerns. In 1985, phosphoric acid replaced citric acid and also resulted in cost savings for the company. As recently as 2019, Coca-Cola reformulated their flagship product yet again by removing artificial flavors like vanillin from Diet Coke – making it even healthier than before! Today's version of the iconic beverage is still largely based on the original design created more than 130 years ago. And while certain components have been tweaked throughout history, those changes have not compromised its signature flavor. We can all be grateful that despite these small adjustments, we are still able to enjoy one of our favorite drinks today! Frequently Asked Questions How Much Does The Coca Cola Recipe Cost? The Coca Cola recipe is priceless! But the bottling process and ingredient sources do have a cost associated with them. To create each bottle of Coke, it takes around $1.38 to manufacture, package, and ship all over the world. This includes paying for high-quality ingredients from trusted sources as well as all the other materials needed to make this beloved beverage. From the secret formula that's been kept under lock and key since 1886 to the modern day production methods used in every can or bottle, it costs quite a bit to bring us our favorite refreshment! Is The Recipe Patented? No, the Coca Cola recipe is not patented. That's why you can find plenty of copycat recipes online using unusual flavors! So if you're looking for a unique twist on the classic Coke flavor, be sure to check out some of these copycat recipes - they may surprise you with their deliciousness! Is The Recipe Available For Purchase? No, the Coca Cola recipe isn't available for purchase. It's one of those closely-guarded trade secrets that only a few people know about. Sharing it with anyone outside of the company would be considered a breach in confidentiality and could have serious consequences. That means we'll just have to stick to trying our own homemade versions until someone decides to share their secrets! Is The Recipe A Closely Guarded Secret? Yes, the recipe for Coca Cola is a closely guarded secret. The ingredients are dangerous and have been subject to discriminatory pricing over time. There's no way to purchase the exact formula as it has never been released publicly. It remains one of the few corporate secrets that still hasn't been leaked! Is The Recipe Used In Other Products? Finding alternatives and imitating flavors of Coca Cola's famous recipe is a difficult task, as the recipe has been closely guarded for decades. While it is not used in any other products, there are many recipes that attempt to imitate the flavor of Coca Cola by combining different ingredients together such as cinnamon, vanilla extract, and cola syrup. It can take some experimenting with these ingredients before you find something close to the original taste. Conclusion I have always been intrigued by the Coca Cola recipe and what makes it so special. It's amazing to think that such a closely guarded secret is worth billions of dollars in profits for the company each year. Unfortunately, however, there doesn't seem to be an easy way to get your hands on the actual recipe. It appears that Coca Cola has done a great job of keeping their prized formula under wraps. I guess we'll just have to keep wondering what ingredients make up this iconic beverage! Read the full article

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Maging Wais

There seems to be a lot of debate on packaging and how accurate these labels are, and it had to take departments from the government to revise these rules just so that we can get it properly.

Coca-Cola is one of the more well-known brands in the country and all over the world. With its signature font for their coca-cola and with the alternative name present within the packaging of the bottle and even to the recognizable red anyone could identify. That said the company follows the first 2 requirements for the Revised labeling and pre-packaging rules. For the ingredients list, Coke does show the ingredients on the back, all of the components even the safe to consume compounds, however, added water or such is not included in the list, it is to be noted that Coke does say that the drink has natural flavoring which follows the rules. 

The bottle includes all of the measurements on how much (in volume) does the bottle contain. There is also the presence of the specific address of the manufacturer and because soda is not really sensitive to temperature unless the person drinking is sensitive. For this soda, I am not certain as to where the expiry date or best before date is found, but there is a date tagged in the bottle that indicates a date which I assumed is the best before. However, it should be printed on the label itself and not near the bottleneck that is not clearly seen or a place people would look. 

Despite sodas being tagged as junk food, they still do have nutritional facts and Coke does have one in its packaging. The nutritional facts if I am honest do look similar to the ones from the guide of the Revised labeling and pre-packaging rules. Coke zero to be specific does show in their labeling the zero sugar, no calories claim. If there is a possibility that it is true there is no indication of substitutes or any other compound that allows for similar taste to the soda without all the added sugar and calories. That said, you can only fit so much in a soda bottle but information such as reminding people that the bottle should be recycled which responds to their service component for the environment is an added touch that reminds people of what type of trash and packaging it is after use. It is also indicated in the  bottle that there are 0 calories in every 240ml class which according to them is the recommended serving size.

The soda in itself is delicious, it’s a great way to quench a sweet tooth craving without having the sugar and it’s easily accessible to everyone despite the price increase due to the tariff, there is still a large following for the brand and this is where you can see that despite there being flaws to the packaging the image and reputation that the brand has overcomes all things.

#food labeling

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Does Mountain Dew Have Caffeine?

Mountain Dew is one of the most popular sodas in the world. Its main ingredients are carbonated water, corn syrup, natural flavors, and citric acid.

Unlike Coca Cola, Mountain Dew does not contain caffeine. However, it does have other energy-boosting ingredients that are beneficial to some people.

Introduction

Mountain Dew has become one of the most popular soft drinks in America. It is available in many flavors and is produced by PepsiCo.

Mountain Dew contains caffeine, a natural stimulant that provides energy and vigor. It is safe for most people in moderate amounts. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women should not consume excessive amounts of caffeine, and those with a medical condition or medication should consult with their physician before consuming any caffeine-containing beverages.

Those who want to avoid caffeine should choose the sugar-free version of Mountain Dew. Diet Mountain Dew and Code Red contain zero calories but no caffeine, while Classic Mountain Dew contains up to 72 mg of caffeine per 20 ounce serving.

Mountain Dew is an effective pick-me-up and has a wide variety of flavors. It can be purchased in 12-ounce cans and 16-ounce bottles. Regular and diet versions have different levels of caffeine, ranging from 54 to 71 milligrams.

What Is Mountain Dew?

When you think of soft drinks, Mountain Dew is probably the first one to come to mind. It’s a fruit-flavored drink that was initially marketed as an energy beverage but has since evolved into more of a soda.

It’s a favorite among gamers and extreme sports enthusiasts because it gives them an instant boost of energy. However, it isn’t a healthy option to consume every day, as it contains a lot of sugar and can lead to weight gain and diabetes.

If you’re worried about the sugar content, it’s important to note that a 12 oz can has 36 grams of sugar, which is more than double the amount that an adult should consume in a day. That’s why it’s best to choose healthier drinks like juice or water when you’re looking to lose weight or manage your diabetes.

If you’re a fan of Mountain Dew, you might be curious to know about its origins. In fact, this popular drink has a surprising story behind it that you won’t want to miss out on.

How is Mountain Dew made of?

Mountain Dew is a popular citrus-flavored soda made by the PepsiCo packaged beverage division. It was first introduced in Tennessee in 1940 and has since become one of the most recognized soft drinks in the world.

In addition to its unique citrus taste, Mountain Dew is also made with a special ingredient that gives it its vibrant electric yellow color. This food dye is called tartrazine and has been approved by the FDA to give foods a bright color.

However, there have been some concerns over its use. A rumor has been circulating that the dye can shrink testicles, make a penis smaller, and lower sperm counts.

According to Business Insider, a single 12 ounce can of Mountain Dew contains 54 milligrams of caffeine which is comparable to other carbonated drinks like Coke and Pepsi. That may be fine for some people but it can also lead to anxiety and insomnia if consumed in large quantities.

Although Mountain Dew is generally considered safe to drink, it does contain a lot of sugar which can cause weight gain and other health issues. For this reason, it is important to limit your consumption of this soda and replace it with other healthier options.

How popular is Mountain Dew?

Mountain Dew is one of the most popular soft drinks in the world. It is a carbonated lemon-lime soda with a unique flavor that many people enjoy. It also has a high caffeine content and can be found in more than 150 countries worldwide.

The drink has been around for over 70 years and started as a recipe by two brothers in the Tri-Cities area of Tennessee, Virginia, and Kentucky. The Hartman brothers, Barney and Ally, were experimenting with a carbonated lemon-lime drink that they mixed with booze as a mixer.

In the beginning, they tried to sell it to local stores but were rejected, so they decided to rebrand it as an Appalachian thirst quencher and add silly slogans like “Ya-hooo!” and “It’ll tickle your innards.” They added cartoonish country folk and started selling it in green bottles.

Then, in 1964, Pepsi Co bought the rights to Mountain Dew and began tweaking the formula. They reportedly brought cups filled with different formulas to Marion, Ohio drug stores and asked local residents which was their favorite.

Does Mountain Dew Have Caffeine?

Whether you're an avid gamer or just looking for a boost of energy, Mountain Dew is a popular choice for those who love a refreshing soda. It's also a good option for those who don't enjoy caffeine because it's low in calories and contains no high-fructose corn syrup.

The drink has become so popular that there are many varieties of it, including Code Red, Livewire, and Diet Mountain Dew. The original flavor contains 54 milligrams of caffeine per 12 ounce can, while other flavors have higher amounts.

While Mountain Dew has a higher amount of caffeine than most sodas, it's not as powerful as coffee. A typical cup of coffee has 136 mg of caffeine, which is three times the amount found in a can of Mountain Dew!

Some people may be concerned that drinking too much caffeine can have negative effects on their health. In fact, some studies have shown that excessive caffeine can cause weight gain. That's why it's important to only consume moderate amounts of caffeine. If you're concerned about your caffeine intake, it's a good idea to consult with your doctor before consuming any type of beverage.

How many calories are in a can of Mountain Dew?

Mountain Dew is a carbonated beverage that is popular among teens and sports enthusiasts. It contains a fair amount of caffeine and should be consumed in moderation, especially for those who may suffer from sleep disorders or other health problems.

A 12 ounce can of Mountain Dew contains 170 calories and 45 milligrams of sodium. It also contains 46 grams of carbohydrates and 92 milligrams of caffeine.

The calorie count is actually pretty low, considering that most sodas are sweetened with sugar. Pepsi has the most sugar per can with 69 grams, while Coca-Cola comes in a close second with 58 grams.

Carbohydrates are crucial for the body to function, so it’s no surprise that they are found in a variety of products. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume around 225-325 grams of carbohydrates per day. The best way to ensure you are getting the proper balance is to talk to a physician or nutritionist who can make recommendations based on your age, activity level, goals and health status.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are several frequently asked questions about Does Mountain Dew have caffeine. The answer depends on the type and serving size of the product, but a standard 20 oz can of diet or regular Mountain Dew typically contains 54 mg of caffeine, while Mountain Dew Zero has 68 mg.

Caffeine is a stimulant that can help you stay alert. However, excessive consumption of caffeine can cause jitters and sleeplessness in some people.

In addition, caffeine may interact with certain medications and conditions. Therefore, it is important to talk to your doctor before consuming caffeine.

Some studies have linked caffeine to kidney damage in some people. If you have kidney disease or are at risk for developing it, you should avoid Mountain Dew and other caffeinated beverages.

In addition, high amounts of sugar in a drink can increase your risk for obesity. Also, a lot of energy drinks contain artificial sweeteners, which may be unhealthy. Furthermore, Mountain Dew can be toxic for your teeth as it contains citric acid that can erode tooth enamel and cause sensitivity.

Conclusion

Mountain Dew is a popular soda drink that can be found in stores across the country. It is a carbonated drink made of carbonated water, high-fructose corn syrup, and citric acid. It also contains caffeine and other ingredients.

The most important thing to note about Mountain Dew is that it does contain caffeine. However, it is in smaller amounts than other caffeinated beverages such as Red Bull or Monster Energy Drink.

Despite this, Mountain Dew does still contain caffeine and should be consumed in moderation. This is because it can cause jitters and sleeplessness, which may be detrimental to your health.

If you’re looking for a refreshing and healthy drink to satisfy your thirst, then you might want to consider trying out some of the many flavors of Mountain Dew. This popular beverage has many unique and delicious varieties that will please your taste buds. In addition to the original Mountain Dew, you can find a variety of fruit-flavored and sugar-free options to choose from. These drinks are a great way to cool off on a hot day!

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Inspiration - Kinetic Type from Commercials

Apple

Even though most of the words are placed in the center of the screen, the small animations such as a words and letters sliding the top, bottom and sides combined with the hand drawn lines create much more interesting visuals.

Burger King

The type has made use of the space on the Canvas as it’s set out at a large point size and expands to fill the area.

I like the soft movements in the custom typography animation where the ends of the letters curl.

Coca Cola

I like how the silhouettes of Coke bottles line up and zoom in as they mention the passing from one ”Generation” to another.

The designer has fit words inside the shape of the bottle with the logo in the middle.

They’ve matched up the beats of the audio well at the end when the words are one by one reduced in opacity to bring the logo into focus.

Honda

Very fast pace which is only quick enough to read.

One word at a time on the screen and every time it changes, there is a drum beat in the audio.

The purpose of making the animation so fast was to demonstrate how quick their advertising Honda vehicle can be.

Starbucks

All the words were coloured in dark green except for “You” at the end when the stem of the letter ‘Y’ extended and transitioned into a new canvas of coffee being poured into a Starbucks cup.

Reinvent

Simple movements of certain letters to form the recurring “re-” theme.

London Northwest Railway

Clipping masks of a grainy textured image have been used to create movement inside the letters.

Use of wide vs condensed typefaces so that the words match each other’s width.

Wyzowl

I like how they zoom through a bunch of different fonts and backgrounds for ”We’re evolving.”

They’ve shown the changes in typeface of their brand wordmark using a morphing effect.

#Inspiration #Youtube #Vimeo

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Burgerfi Menu With Prices [March 2023 Updated]

BurgerFi is a popular American hamburger shop that is based in the state of Florida. This restaurant specializes in serving the most delicious burgers, hotdogs, and snacks along with an extensive wine list. The fantastic food of the restaurant is available at a fair BurgerFi menu with prices. The BurgerFi menu is inclusive of scrumptious burgers with amazing stuffings of veggies and meat, hotdogs, onion rings, fries, custard, beer, wine, and more. At BurgerFi you get to choose from an array of food items that are deliciously handcrafted to ensure the finest food experience. This Florida-based restaurant has known for having every eatable and drink at a reasonable price. This article is all about the real BurgerFi menu and prices so that when in a BurgerFi restaurant, you have a prior idea about the BurgerFi price range.

Burgerfi Menu With Prices

All-Natural Burgers Menu Prices BurgerFi Burger $6.27 BurgerFi Cheeseburger $7.27 VegeFi Burger $7.27 Conflicted Burger $7.97 Breakfast All Day Burger $7.97 The Twenty-Eight (Brisket Burger) $10.97 Add Hickory Bacon $1.67 Also Check Latest Wild Willy’s Burger Menu With Prices Build Your Better Burger Menu Prices Single Stack Natural Angus $4.77 Single Stack Vegefi Burger $6.27 Single Stack 28-Day Aged Burger $6.97 Double Stack Natural Angus $5.97 Double Stack Vegefi Burger $8.27 Double Stack 28-Day Aged Burger $9.97 Triple Stack Natural Angus $7.77 Triple Stack Vegefi Burger $10.27 Triple Stack 28-Day Aged Burger $12.97 Toppings $0.77-$3.00 Dogs Menu Prices Chicago Style Dog (Beef) $5.47 Chicago Style Dog (Chicken Apple) $6.47 Chicago Style Dog (Wagyu + Black Angus) $7.27 New York Style Dog (Beef) $4.97 New York Style Dog (Chicken Apple) $5.97 New York Style Dog (Wagyu + Black Angus) $6.77 Texas Style Chili Cheese Dog (Beef) $5.47 Texas Style Chili Cheese Dog (Chicken Apple) $6.47 Texas Style Chili Cheese Dog (Wagyu + Black Angus) $7.27 Vienna Beef Dog $3.97 Chicken Apple Dog $4.97 100% Wagyu Kobe Beef Dog $5.77 Add Cheese or Kraut $1.00 Add BurgerFi Chili $1.00 Add Hickory Bacon $1.57 Also Check Latest Gourmet Burger Kitchen Menu Prices in UK Sides Menu Prices Hand-Cut Fries Regular $3.57 Hand-Cut Fries Large $4.67 Hand-Cut Fries Bucket $6.97 Crispy Onion Rings Regular $4.67 Crispy Onion Rings Large $5.37 Cry & Fries $5.77 Fry Toppings Menu Prices Salt & Vinegar $0.87 Parmesan Cheese & Herbs $0.97 Hot Cajun Spices $0.77 Cheese Sauce $0.97 BurgerFi Chili $1.27 BurgerFi Chili & Cheese Sauce $1.77 Also Check Latest Nuburger Menu And Prices Frozen Custards Menu Prices Shake (Red Velvet, Vanilla, Chocolate, Banana, Black & White, Strawberry, or Coffee Mocha) $4.97 Malt (Red Velvet, Vanilla, Chocolate, Banana, Black & White, Strawberry, or Coffee Mocha) $4.97 Floats & Cows (Coke Float, Root Beer Float, Purple Cow, or Orange Cow) $4.97 Sundaes Small $3.97 Sundaes Regular $4.97 Sundaes Large $5.97 Frozen Concrete Menu Prices Red Velvet Concrete $5.97 Key Lime Concrete $5.97 O.M.C. (Oh My Chocolate!) Concrete $5.97 Build Your Own Concrete $5.97 Also Check Latest Dic Ann’s Hamburgers Menu Prices Drinks Menu Prices Coca-Cola Freestyle Machine $2.77 Water Bottle $1.97

History of Burgerfi

BurgerFi assures to serve the best quality burgers that are stuffed with the finest quality of beef making every bite of a BurgerFi burger worth it. The restaurant has been serving in multiple locations in America and is a favorite burger shop in the neighborhood. From young to adults everyone truly loves a gourmet BurgerFi burger. The first BurgerFi store came up in February 2011 in Lauderable-By-The-Sea, Florida. The founder John Rosatti started the restaurant to assure that Americans should have the highest quality Angus Beef burger and just devour the premium delicacy. Rosatti’s dream was not laid back as BurgerFi was a quick hit in no time. At BurgerFi, the beef and chicken are free from hormones and antibiotics to maintain the supremacy of their quality. In 2017, BurgerFi partnered with the iconic Beyond Meat and eventually introduced Vegan and vegetarian options in its menu. In 2021, BurgerFi was acquired by Anthony Coal Fried Pizza. Under the new owner, BurgerFi continues to spread its reign over many locations. What started from a small location in Florida, now has expanded to several locations in the country. Currently, BurgerFi is in over 120 locations which also includes international stores in Mexico, the Middle East, and the United Kingdom. Initially, BurgerFi only had burgers and subsequently introduced many eatables and drinks to cater to the need of customers. However, the BurgerFi prices have always been reasonable and suitable for all types of customers.

Review of Burgerfi

The BurgerFi hour of operation varies from location to location, however, at most BurgerFi stores, the restaurant starts at 11 am. Also, the BurgerFi closing time is around 9 pm at most of its US-based restaurants. The BurgerFi menu hosts a variety of burgers, chicken and hot dogs, fries and onion rings, frozen custard, wine beer, and more. There is an exclusive BurgerFi kid’s menu idealized for young foodies. Over the years, the BurgerFi menu prices have evolved a lot as per the reviews and demands of customers kept on changing. At BurgerFi, you cannot miss out on their signature burgers that come in options like BurgerFi burger, BurgerFi cheeseburger, the CEO, beyond meat burger, vegan burger, and vegefi burger. Don’t forget to try on their hotdogs that have variants of Wagyu beef hotdogs amongst the most ordered. The BurgerFi drinks have an extensive wine list along with a beer bar menu to complement your experience at the restaurant. The BurgerFi Frozen Custard has a fan base of their one and is indeed a sweet tooth’s all-time favorite. You can enjoy the most flavorful food while sitting in their warm and comfortable indoors. Also Check Latest Klenger Burger Menu With Prices

How to Order Online from Burgerfi Menu in Few Steps?

If you want to order from Burgerfi then you can do that with the help of Grubhub, Ubereats, Postmates, etc. Below I will show you some steps on how you can order online from Burgerfi with the help of Grubhub and enjoy their yummy burgers at your home. You can also check the latest menu prices of Burgerfi for different locations by following the same steps below as the prices may vary from location to location. - First, head over to Grubhub and choose your location. - After selecting your location, the menu prices of Burgerfi of that particular location will be displayed (here you can check the prices of Burgerfi based on your preferred location). - Now, select all the food items that you want to order from Burgerfi and add them one by one to your cart. - In the next step, go to checkout and sign in to your account if you have one or you can create a new one very easily. - After successfully signing in, fill in some of your personal information, and payment method and confirm your order.

Burgerfi Contact Information & Important Links

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Burgerfi Contact Info

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Conclusion

BurgerFi has been around for more than a decade now and has proved to be one of the most loved hamburger shops in Florida. Its Angus beef burger is simply the best in taste and in nutrients. The BurgerFi franchise has gone beyond America and is emerging as one of the most successful burger places. So what did you like the most from the above given Burgerfi menu with prices? Do let me know in the comment section below.

Frequently Asked Questions Related to Burgerfi (FAQs)

How many BurgerFi locations are there? Currently, there are 120 plus locations of BurgerFi. Who owns BurgerFi? The Anthony Coal Fried Pizza owns BurgerFi. What time does BurgerFi open? The opening hours of BurgerFi are 11 a.m every day. Please visit the official website in order to check the opening hours based on your locations. What time does BurgerFi close? In most of BurgerFi locations, the restaurant closes at around 9 pm. Does BurgerFi take apple pay? Yes, BurgerFi accepts payment via Apple Pay. How much does BurgerFi pay? According to indeed.com, the average salary that BurgerFi pays per hour is $8.00 for a host/cashier to $15.45 for an assistant manager. However, it may vary from location to location. The post Burgerfi Menu With Prices appeared first on Everymenuprices. Read the full article