Could a Smoothie Be the True Villain on ‘The White Lotus’? | Eater
"A high-end grocery/shop known for pricey, celebrity-collaboration beverages (noted around $23), its drinks are used as shorthand for how wellness culture has become commodified. These offerings exemplify the trend toward status-driven, functional foods—smoothies and supplements sold as performance or lifestyle products—highlighting the class divide and optimization ethos that prioritizes convenience and image over simple enjoyment." - Bettina Makalintal
