What We're Reading: August 6, 2014

With freshwater eel populations in decline, a Japanese summer ritual is also endangered. [Smithsonian]

But there’s no saltwater in it: how a boardwalk candy classic got its name. [Mental Floss]

McDonald’s tests the limits of fast food with a 60-second drive through guarantee. [Time]

Thanks to candy chain It’Sugar, you’ll soon be able to purchase SNL’s “Schweddy Balls” and “Colon Blow Granola.” [Grub Street]

New FDA rules on “gluten-free” labeling aim to make life easier for celiac sufferers. [USA Today]

Don’t try this at home: grilling with lava.[NPR]