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  • Hand holding a Dunkin Donuts iced coffee beverage.

    Whatever Happened To Dunkin' Donuts' Dunkalatte?

    The popular Dunkin' Donuts Dunkalatte vanished quicker than anticipated, so what ever happened to warrant it being pulled from menus seemingly indefinitely?

    By Allison Beussink 4 months ago Read More
  • Steak and salad served on a plate.

    Are 'Paleo' Foods Anything Like What Actual Early Humans Ate?

    In recent years, the paleo diet has become increasingly popular. However, are the foods included in this modern diet similar to what early humans actually ate?

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • Close up on milk chocolate morsels

    The Original Chocolate Chips Were Nothing Like The Ones We Have Today

    You can't beat a warm chocolate chip cookie packed with gooey, melty morsels. Here's why we're so lucky those OG chocolate chips got a glow-up.

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • Woman lays in bed eating sushi while watching TV

    Is It So Bad To Eat Dinner In Front Of The TV?

    So, eating a whole bag of chips during the opening credits might not be the way. But here's how dining in front of the tube really impacts your health.

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • Man on the label of a Quaker Oats can of rolled oats

    Who Is The Quaker Oats Guy?

    Betty Crocker, Sara Lee, and that old-timey guy on Quaker Oats. Here's who he is and exactly what he's been doing on our oatmeal this whole time.

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • Person in 1950s clothing pulling turkey out of oven

    Classic Family Dinners That Deserve A Comeback

    If you're getting bored of your usual dinners, why not take a look into the past? These are classic family dinners that totally deserve a comeback.

    By Holly Riddle 4 months ago Read More
  • Two Black couples enjoy a meal at a table laden with food

    Are Dinner And Supper The Same Thing?

    Once clearly defined terms for a specific meal, dinner and supper now mean different things to different parts of the country. So what do they really mean?

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • A hot bowl of chili con carne on a table with a spoon and green chiles

    The Women Who Brought Chili Con Carne To San Antonio

    If you love chili, you can thank a group of enterprising women for promoting it in San Antonio, Texas. Learn the history of the legendary Chili Queens.

    By Mariana Zapata 4 months ago Read More
  • Halved oranges on an orange background.

    This Unexpected Fact About Oranges That'll Have You Questioning Their Name

    Oranges have a long history involving old trade routes, and it's a pretty interesting one. There's also an unexpected fact that puts the fruits in a new light.

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • A person eating spaghetti with his fingers in Naples

    Why People Used To Eat Pasta With Their Hands In Naples

    Eating delicious Italian pasta usually involves the perfect fork twirl. However, once upon a time, people in Naples ate pasta with their hands.

    By Erica Martinez 4 months ago Read More
  • A plate of drunken noodles.

    Drunken Noodles Aren't Made With Alcohol - So What's With The Name?

    Drunken noodles are one of Thailand's greatest exports. But despite the name, the dish notably lacks alcohol. Here's the lowdown on the dish's name.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
  • Six cans of Chock Full o' Nuts coffee on a supermarket shelf.

    Why Is It Called Chock Full O' Nuts When It's Just Coffee?

    Chock Full o' Nuts might seem like an odd choice of name for a coffee brand. However, there's a historical reason why the company keeps this title.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
  • Pizza rolls on a plate with marinara dipping sauce.

    How Were Pizza Rolls Invented?

    Pizza rolls have become synonymous with Superbowl snacks and hilarious SNL sketches. But how did this Italian-inspired treat actually get invented?

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
  • Senior couple walking in the woods

    Why Americans Are Taking 'Fart Walks' After Big Meals

    It's common to want to just sit around after a big meal, but some people have started taking walks with the express purpose of passing gas. Here's what to know.

    By Moriah House 4 months ago Read More
  • A close up shot of red and black licorice twists

    If Twizzlers Are Licorice, Why Don't They Taste Like It?

    They can become straws, fake braces, candy bracelets, and the perfect movie snack. But here's why Twizzlers don't taste like the licorice they seem to be.

    By Moriah House 4 months ago Read More
  • John F. Kennedy waves goodbye to West Berlin as he boards Air Force One in 1963

    Did JFK Really Tell A Crowd He Was Proud To Be A Jelly Donut?

    The story of JFK allegedly telling a crowd of Germans that he was a jelly donut has been circulating for decades, but what is the truth behind this legend?

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
  • Person perusing Trader Joe's frozen food aisle

    13 Fan-Favorite Trader Joe's Frozen Foods That Were Discontinued

    These discontinued Trader Joe's frozen foods were beloved by many, and people still mourn them to this day. We take a look back at what we're missing.

    By Cheryl Kochenderfer 4 months ago Read More
  • White House chef holding plate with steak and greens

    White House Chefs Have To Follow Some Very Strange Rules

    Preparing meals for the leader of the free world as a White House chef comes with a lot of pressure, along with some unusual rules and regulations.

    By Brian Boone 4 months ago Read More
  • Jägermeister on a black background with green smoke and ice cubes.

    How Jägermeister Went From A Nazi Favorite To A Frat House Staple

    Jägermeister, and the Jägerbomb cocktail, are frat party gold standards. Yet, Jägermeister got its start in Nazi Germany, so how did it become a party favorite?

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • Stacked chubs of black pudding

    Foods And Drinks With Misleading Names

    Many foods and drinks have names that may sound familiar but are misleading. Find out the history behind some of our strangest culinary nomenclature.

    By Anita Surewicz 4 months ago Read More
  • cocktail on table with New York City skyline in background

    Why New York Legalized Morning Drinking On Sundays After An 80-Year Ban

    It wasn't until 2016 that this prohibition-era law was finally changed, opening the doors for restaurants to serve alcoholic beverages before noon on Sundays.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 4 months ago Read More
  • Light-up Pepsi sign in Russian and English

    How Pepsi Broke Through The Iron Curtain And Sold Soda To Soviets

    It was once the choice of a new generation, but for Cold War-era Soviets, Pepsi was a taste of America. Here's how the soda busted through the Iron Curtain.

    By Carla Vaisman 4 months ago Read More
  • An outstretched hand holding a bowl of

    Take A Cold Dive Into The History Of Hawaiian Shave Ice

    Cultures all around the world partake in the joy of syrup over shaved ice, and Hawaii is certainly no exception. Come explore the history of Hawaiian shave ice.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of donuts

    Why A Ship Captain From Maine Is Credited With Putting The Holes In Donuts

    Donuts have long existed, but they haven't always had holes. That now-ubiquitous invention can be attributed to the ingenuity of a ship captain from Maine.

    By Erica Martinez 4 months ago Read More
  • Layered gelatin fruit salads in glass dessert dishes

    How Jell-O Changed The Definition Of Salads In The 20th Century

    We've been doing Jell-O since way back. Find out how this wiggly, jiggly ingredient flipped the table on mealtime and transformed the definition of salad.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • Two glasses of chocolate pudding.

    Why Do People Say The Proof Is In The Pudding?

    It's one of those idioms that you've probably heard again and again without really thinking about what it means, but how exactly does pudding contain the proof?

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • Domino's cheese pizza in box with dipping sauce

    The Unfortunate Reason Domino's Ditched Its '30 Minutes Or Less' Pizza Delivery Guarantee

    While the quick turnaround of Domino's delivery was what first cemented its position as a top pizza chain, the promotion also led to significant fallout.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 months ago Read More
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