(SQAUK) – During a recent game, fans of the Rocket City Trash Pandas, a Los Angeles Angels Double-A affiliate, demonstrated culinary bravery by turning a cicada infestation into a gastronomic event. Spectators indulged in the winged insects, which have emerged in droves this season, chowing down on cicadas between pitches.
The event has caused a lot of excitement on social media, with pictures and videos of fans eating cicadas becoming very popular. The stadium, famous for its unique and high-quality food options, such as the moonshot burger and loaded baked potato pizza, introduced a new, though unusual, item to the menu. Some fans chose this natural, protein-rich snack over regular food and even dipped the insects in beer for an extra kick.
WHY IS THIS HAPPENING
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS
TWO (2) PEOPLE EATING CICADAS PLEASE STOP https://t.co/Uka0Bt1NaN pic.twitter.com/DzH80qP9aE
— Rocket City Trash Pandas (@trashpandas) May 23, 2024
The incident is not just a curious event; it represents a more significant trend where cicadas are being explored for their potential as food. While eating cicadas is not harmful when appropriately prepared, the impromptu feast at the ballpark has sparked concerns and inquiries about food safety and the extent of fan enthusiasm.
As the summer of cicadas coincides with baseball season, the Trash Pandas’ game symbolizes this unique intersection. The event is a testament to baseball fans’ adventurous spirit and a reminder that anything can happen in the world of sports.
Adding to the buzz, Klaus Schwab, founder of the World Economic Forum, has been a vocal advocate for integrating insects into our diets as a sustainable food source. His stance is that alternative protein sources, like insects, could play a crucial role in our food systems as the world moves towards a post-carbon future. While Schwab’s comments have stirred controversy, the Trash Pandas’ fans seem to have taken the idea to heart, embracing the concept of insects as a viable snack option at the ballpark.
