It seems like President Obama is everywhere these days: magazine covers, YouTube, Arizona, walking on the moon, Fashion Week tents… it’s only a matter of time before he’s tattooed on the insides of your eyelids so he can be there while you sleep.
The Obama lovefest is just getting started. In honor of our 44th pres, here are some snacks reminiscent of B.H.S.–delicious and hard to get your hands on.
Snack #1: Obama Sushi
Okay, let’s face it. None of you are going to get to eat that without dropping major bank or traveling to Japan. The mastermind behind this treat used ami (little shrimp) boiled in soy sauce for the skin, black sesame seeds for the hair, and fish paste for the teeth. Not the first time I’ve said this, but he looks good enough to eat.
Snack #2: Yes, Pecan!
If there’s one thing Ben & Jerry’s is the master of, it’s taking advantage of clever, timely ice cream flavors. Yes, Pecan! was once linked to Common Cause, a non-partisan advocacy group that rallies for accessible government and politically active communities. That was last month. Now, Yes Pecan! is just another buttery ice cream with roasted non-partisan pecans of the past. I bet it tasted like sweet freedom.
Snack #3: Obama Lollipop
These lollipops were popular right after inauguration, but I’m afraid you’ll have to suck off the president without getting outed as the slutty intern with a stain on her dress, like the old days.
Snack #4: Overwhelming Cupcake Structure
While you were on your fantasy date, or crying to your mom on the phone about how you’ll be alone for the rest of your life, or drinking your face off this past Valentine’s Day, a crew of eight were busting their asses to create an installation piece depicting President Obama and his fellow Chicagoan, Abe Lincoln.
The piece, dreamt up by Zilly Rosen, took 5,900 cupcakes to complete and was on display at the Smithsonian last Saturday for six hours. While I’m sure there are plenty of leftovers, good luck getting your hands on them.
Snack #5: Hop Obama Ale
Sixpoint Craft Ale announced today that they will no longer brew Hop Obama Ale, after receiving a cease-and-desist order from the FBI. As usual, suits ruin everything. Keep hope alive, friends. I’m sure I’ll be smoking Barack Menthol Lights and chugging Change Lager by September.
