And finally… just not cricket

Though insect-based foods have been approved by the European Union and are being talked up as a new eco-friendly superfood, the Italian government is concerned about the country’s cuisine being associated with bugs.

According to The Times, Francesco Lollobrigida, a lawyer and Italy’s agriculture minister, told a recent press conference: “It’s fundamental that these flours are not confused with food made in Italy.” -- More...

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