They left out the most important food technology ever devised by man...

Ah, the magic of science! You can't get french fries much faster than from a vending machine on your favorite street corner! A Spanish company, Patatas Chef, has developed a vending machine of the same name, that will do just that. Here's their description:

"The fully automatic french-fries vending machine provides, in a record time, a delicious portion of hot crunchy and golden fries.

"The potatoes are fried on the spot, and a tray is provided to collect your portion. Also, the salt and ketchup, if wished, are dispensed automatically.

"It works like a clean and small sophisticated factory with the most absolute respect for the environment, and maintains the hygienic conditions required by edible products, and is equipped to maintain the quality of natural products that are being used."

[www.foodfacts.info]