popcorn (pop'korn), n. 1. any of several varieties of corn whose kernels burst open and puff out when subjected to dry heat. 2. the real reason to attend movies. 3. one large bag (extra butter in the middle) along with a side of candy and a large diet coke, can be substituted for a meal.
Chicago Area Popcorn Ratings:
Loews / Cineplex -- Not like home made, but it's popped fresh and they have the closest thing to butter of the big chain theaters.
Regal Cinemas -- Popped fresh, but the "butter" is like melted polyester.
Marcus Cinema -- Not bad stuff if you get it fresh, but that's rare, check out the 200 lb. bags of pre-popped corn in waiting.
AMC 30 -- Pre-made and the "topping" is strained from a toxic waste dump. Best theater, worst popcorn.
