Scientific minds the world over have long pondered the question: Which is more appealing to the average completely-spoiled Timneh African Grey parrot: macaroni and cheese, or corn on the cob? Harley loves both food items, but until last night, we'd never presented him with both at the same time.

The first winner was the macaroni and cheese! This isn't the best food for a bird, but I get a pretty healthy version: organic, low-sodium, etc. Harley ate the mac and cheese, eyes pinning the whole time, until he nearly popped. He had to climb onto the back of my chair and digest for a few minutes after his little eating frenzy.

But a little later, the second winner was the corn on the cob! Apparently, there's nothing better than really digging into a corn cob, with bits of kernel squishing and squirting out between your beak. Tasty and a good toy! Harley had to climb onto the back of my chair and digest for a few minutes after his little eating frenzy.

So the final verdict: they're both winners, but macaroni and cheese is #1!