Why cant I stop watching these two-minute videos of hands making food? Why am I fascinated with the flick of the wrist, the twirl of the whisk, and the cracking of the eggs that are filling my Facebook timeline? In case you have been living under a rock the past few months I’ll further explain what I am talking about.
Buzzfeed video released a series of mini-videos of how to make delicious looking food. Sound boring? Well, its not. For some odd reason this seemingly simple video is drawing hundreds of thousands of people to share these videos and like the page that they come from.
Trust me, I would know because I’ve spent the past 45 minutes watching these little videos and could probably spend the next 45 minutes doing so as well.
Now you may be asking yourself, “Hey well cooking TV shows have always been popular with the ladies, I mean look at Rachael Ray”. First of all, sexist. People of all gender identifications can enjoy a good 'ole Rachael Ray show down or Paula Dean artery clogging instructional video. Second, it’s something different. There is something about these videos that keeps you coming back for more, even more so than those other shows and networks.
Maybe it’s the accessibility. Maybe it’s the delicious mouth watering recipes. Maybe it is because they are clogging up your Facebook timeline so you thought you might as well give them a chance. Whatever your reason is for watching them, there is no denying their entertainment factor.
Once you fall victim to their charm it is possible that the people in your life will start to question the hours that you spend watching these videos.
Here are the top 7 responses to the haters who don't support your new favorite pastime with accompanying Broad City gifs.
1.) I'm rewarding myself for eating that salad for lunch by watching Mozzarella Stick Waffles being made.
2.) Yes I realize I'm drooling at my desk Boss, but I just learned how to make Cinnamon And Sugar Cheesecake Bars and I'd love to share the recipe with you.
3.) Dear significant other, I know I haven't spoken with you in days but I've spent this time learning about Lox and Bagels which I'm sure will be more rewarding in the long run.
4.) No I did not complete my homework for acting class today but I could give you a seven minute monologue on Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce.
5.) I'm sorry Sam. I know you are just a dog and don't know how to feed yourself but I haven't had time to feed you because I have been using my time power ranking my favorite Tasty videos.
6.) Are you saying you don't support my new hobby of watching Tasty videos? Are you also saying you don't want to try the Stuffed Chicken Nuggets I just made? ....Thats what I thought...
7.) When all else fails, just think "WWTVD" (What Would Tasty Videos Do) and tell them whats on your mind.