Hufu: Difference between revisions

Latest revision as of 12:02, 18 February 2025

Hufu is a product that was marketed as a healthy and legal alternative to human flesh for cannibals who want to quit, as well as a product for anthropologists studying cannibalism. The product was available for purchase online from 2005 to 2006.

History[edit]

The idea for Hufu was conceived by Mark Nuckols, a student at Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. Nuckols stated that the idea came to him while reading Good to Eat: Riddles of Food and Culture by Marvin Harris, a book about cannibalism, while eating a tofurkey sandwich.

Product[edit]

Hufu was marketed as having the taste and texture of human flesh, although the actual composition of the product is unknown. The product was designed to be used in a variety of dishes, including stews, chilis, and barbecues.

Reception[edit]

The product received mixed reviews. Some found the concept of Hufu to be humorous, while others found it to be distasteful and offensive. Despite the controversy, Hufu gained a cult following and was featured in several media outlets, including CNN, Fox News, and The Daily Telegraph.

Discontinuation[edit]

Hufu was discontinued in 2006 due to poor sales. Nuckols stated that the product was not profitable and that he had no plans to bring it back.

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