Although corn is now a pop icon, it built its fan base through standing gigs in breakfast cereals and furtive poems published under the pseudonym C. Cob. Celebrate its tasty transformation with today's Groupon: for $5, you get $10 worth of gourmet popcorn at Deanan Gourmet Popcorn at its store location in Converse or online.

Founders Dean and Nanella Alexander of Deanan Gourmet Popcorn fuse explosive edibles with sweet and savory seasonings to produce seven signature flavors. Caramel corn flaunts a buttery taste and bronzed exterior, while dark-chocolate corn smolders with the slightly bitter sensuality of a snubbed romance novel. Nibblers can crunch cumulonimbus clouds of white or yellow cheddar, or munch a technicolor thunderclap of vanilla-coated morsels. Deanan's mushroom-style kernels boast a large round shape that can shoulder bold flavors, such as salsa 'n' cheddar or theater-style butter. Prices vary based on package size and type ($1+), so check Deanan's virtual retail gallery for exact costs. Finger foodies can store snacks in a plastic pouch ($7 / 1.5 gal) or a custom gift tin or canister fashioned for sharing the poppy perfection with friends or favorite orthodontists.