You may be surprised to learn that a tiny red bug called a cochineal is responsible for the rich red dye in many Texas foods—from jams to cakes. Here's what you should know.
As for me, I appreciate the fact that some of these 'foods' aren't available or are out-and-out banned. In my opinion, some foods are potentially too dangerous and not worth the risk. Others are created or harvested in ways that seem so unethical, that consuming them seems beneath the dignity of otherwise caring, good-hearted people. Again, that's just my opinion.