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Our Favorite Food Moments in Film

We're looking back on some of the most memorable food moments in film!
In some movie scenes, it's not the actors that steal the show — it's the food. We're looking back on some of the most memorable food moments in film!
Food shows up in the movies more than you'd think, and not just as bag of popcorn in the theater. Take a look at some classic movie moments centered around food, compiled by Yumsugar. Looking for something to munch on during that movie? Check out these places to find the best movie snacks or these romantic movies and recipes to go with them.
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In some movie scenes, it's not the actors that steal the show — it's the food. We're looking back on some of the most memorable food moments in film!
In some movie scenes, it's not the actors that steal the show — it's the food. We're looking back on some of the most memorable food moments in film!
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Lady and the Tramp

In one of the most classic movie images of all time, Lady and the Tramp share spaghetti — only to realize they're eating the same noodle. (Aww.)
In one of the most classic movie images of all time, Lady and the Tramp share spaghetti — only to realize they're eating the same noodle. (Aww.)
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Big

The 12-year-old Josh — who wakes up as a grown-up — goes to a fancy party and nibbles on baby corn. Then, of course, he quickly spits it out.
The 12-year-old Josh — who wakes up as a grown-up — goes to a fancy party and nibbles on baby corn. Then, of course, he quickly spits it out.
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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

In Willy Wonka's chocolate room, there's a chocolate river, gummy bear trees, and lollipops growing out of the ground — in other words, every kid's dream world.
In Willy Wonka's chocolate room, there's a chocolate river, gummy bear trees, and lollipops growing out of the ground — in other words, every kid's dream world.
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When Harry Met Sally

Truth is, there's not really any food involved. Still, Katz's Deli was made famous by Sally's fake orgasm and another diner's response: "I'll have what she's having."
Truth is, there's not really any food involved. Still, Katz's Deli was made famous by Sally's fake orgasm and another diner's response: "I'll have what she's having."
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The Wedding Singer

There's something so adorable and innocent about the way Robbie's grandma serves him meatballs: in the palms of her hands. Rosie's rap number may have stolen the show, but we never looked at meatballs the same.
There's something so adorable and innocent about the way Robbie's grandma serves him meatballs: in the palms of her hands. Rosie's rap number may have stolen the show, but we never looked at meatballs the same.
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Anchorman

Ron Burgundy is in the middle of a downward spiral when he heads out on a hot day, milk in hand. Unfortunately, though, "Milk was a bad choice."
Ron Burgundy is in the middle of a downward spiral when he heads out on a hot day, milk in hand. Unfortunately, though, "Milk was a bad choice."
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The Breakfast Club

Quirky Allison puts together a seriously strange, supersugary sandwich — complete with Pixy Stix and Cap'n Crunch.
Quirky Allison puts together a seriously strange, supersugary sandwich — complete with Pixy Stix and Cap'n Crunch.
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Meet Joe Black

When Death ("Joe Black") tastes peanut butter for the first time, it's one of the greatest moments he's ever had, so he immediately goes for round two. And three. And four.
When Death ("Joe Black") tastes peanut butter for the first time, it's one of the greatest moments he's ever had, so he immediately goes for round two. And three. And four.
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Elf

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Buddy the Elf is all about the four major food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corn, and maple syrup — his favorite spaghetti topping.
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The Little Rascals

Hair, Head, Nature, Nose, Human, Fun, People, Product, Hairstyle, Skin,
When Buckwheat buys a pickle for two cents, he celebrates with an original song: "I got two pickles, I got two pickles, I got two pickles, hey, hey, hey, hey."
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