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  • disco fries on a white plate

    New Jersey Disco Fries Vs Poutine: What's The Difference?

    Both of these saucy snacks feature a base of french fries smothered in gravy and topped with cheese, so what is the real difference between them?

    By Maria Scinto 6 months ago Read More
  • A stack of pancakes with a cube of butter and syrup on top

    Are Flapjacks And Pancakes The Same Thing?

    Pancakes and flapjacks are well-known breakfast treats, but do the two terms also mean the same thing? We explore the history of this sweet breakfast staple.

    By Holly Tishfield 6 months ago Read More
  • A plate of fish and chips with lemon and tartar sauce.

    UK Vs American Fish And Chips: How Do The Batters Differ?

    Discover the subtle yet savory differences between U.K. and U.S. fish and chips, from batter styles to seasoning secrets and classic pairings.

    By Alyssa Chierchia 6 months ago Read More
  • Comedy and tragedy masks surrounding a dinner plate and gravestone against a red curtain

    The Tragic Story Of How Dinner Theater Died

    You wouldn't guess it by looking at contemporary food culture, but dinner theater played an important role in the second half of the 20th century.

    By Angie Seibold 6 months ago Read More
  • Person cracking an egg

    Egg Recalls That Affected Millions

    These are some of the biggest egg recalls of all time that affected millions of people across the globe, from New Zealand to the U.S. to Ireland.

    By Charlotte Pointing 6 months ago Read More
  • Variety of Italian dishes and drinks on outdoor wodden table

    Rick Steves' Genius Tips For Sniffing Out Italian Tourist Trap Restaurants

    Just like in any country, Italy has tourist traps, but travel expert Rick Steves has tips on how to get budget friendly and authentic meals.

    By Erica Martinez 6 months ago Read More
  • the Schwabl's Roast Beef sign in front of restaurant in Buffalo, NY

    Beef On Weck Is An Iconic Buffalo Sandwich, But What On Earth Is Weck?

    You might have thought that Buffalo, New York foods began and ended with chicken wings, but this unique sandwich is about to change your mind.

    By Cara J Suppa 6 months ago Read More
  • A person moving nattō using chopsticks.

    Why Natto Remains A Breakfast Staple In Japan

    This slippery, fermented dish is not everybody's idea of a tasty breakfast. However, this doesn't stop thousands of people from eating it every day.

    By Dennis Lee 6 months ago Read More
  • A plate of Icelandic fish and chips, served with skyronnes.

    Icelandic Vs. British Fish And Chips: Is There A Difference?

    These two island nations in the North Atlantic share a love of fish and chips, though the tiny national of Iceland has their own take on the British classic.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • The Costco food court menu on display above empty shallot boxes and water machines.

    Why Costco Discontinued Its Beloved Polish Hot Dog

    It has been years now since this beloved item disappeared from the food court, but what was it that led Costco to remove the Polish sausage from its menu?

    By Dylan Murray 6 months ago Read More
  • A Raytheon Radarange microwave oven

    The Original Microwave Ovens Were Gigantic—and Expensive

    Before microwaves were, well, convenient and made for the average kitchen, they were highly expensive and absolutely massive.

    By Mariana Zapata 6 months ago Read More
  • Child reaching for cereal in supermarket

    Discontinued Cereals We'll Probably Never Get To Eat Again

    Cereals come and go, but there are some brands that we are nostalgic for, and will likely never get to eat again. These cereals are dearly departed.

    By Brian Boone 6 months ago Read More
  • Florence's wine windows are just big enough to pass through a glass of wine.

    Italy's Wine Windows Are Just Big Enough For Someone To Hand You A Glass

    In Italy, an historic method of getting wine through a small window found new life during the pandemic, and now wine windows are popular once more.

    By Stephen Bradley 6 months ago Read More
  • Steak tartare

    The Origins Of The Word 'Tartar' Are Way More Confusing Than We Thought

    Lots of our food uses the word tartar, like tartar sauce or steak tartare. But what do these dishes have in common and where does the word tartar come from?

    By Laila Alaya 6 months ago Read More
  • The bottom of a McDonald's coffee cup sits on a pizza box

    Whatever Happened To McDonald's Pizza?

    You wouldn't guess it by looking at a McDonald's menu today, but for almost two decades McDonald's served pizza. Whatever happened to it and will it return?

    By Angela L. Pagán 6 months ago Read More
  • A bottle of Kentucky bourbon on wooden table with two glasses poured out

    Why Some Southerners Bury A Bottle Of Bourbon Before Their Wedding

    Weddings have tons of important rituals and superstitions. One important tradition from the South involves burying a bottle of bourbon before the ceremony.

    By Mariana Zapata 6 months ago Read More
  • cheesy Cheetos pouring out of a bag

    Crunchy Cheetos Salsa Con Queso Are A Discontinued Treat That We're Still Longing For

    There are plenty of Cheetos flavors that get our love, but the Salsa con Queso flavor which got discontinued still has a special place in our heart.

    By Abstract Samm 6 months ago Read More
  • Traditional Korean tteokguk rice cake soup

    The South Korean New Year's Soup That Adds Another Year To Your Age

    In Korea, everyone gains a year together on New Year’s Day, marked with tteokguk-a rice cake soup symbolizing purity and age.

    By Mariana Zapata 6 months ago Read More
  • mozzarella sticks and marinara sauce

    The Origin Of Mozzarella Sticks Actually Doesn't Go Back To Italy

    The origin story for mozzarella sticks begins in Italy, right? Not quite. In fact, the popular appetizer got its start a lot closer to home.

    By Abstract Samm 6 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of sweet mincemeat pie filling

    Is Mincemeat Always Made With Meat?

    Whether you eat mince pies during the holidays or not, these festive treats go back a long way. But, do you have to use meat when making minemeat pies?

    By Alexandria Brooks 6 months ago Read More
  • A bartender pours cocktails with classic style

    14 Vintage Cocktails That You Need To Try

    Keen to find out what cocktails were all the rage in the late 19th and early 20th centuries? Here are some lesser-known libations from this golden age.

    By Anita Surewicz 7 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child on a cooking show set

    The First Caesar Salad Julia Child Ever Had Was Served By Its Inventor

    Caesar salad is such a staple of the genre it's easy to forget how recently it was invented. In fact, its inventor served the late Julia Child a plate himself.

    By Alexandria Brooks 7 months ago Read More
  • Aldi location at night

    Aldi Food Recalls That Affected Millions

    Aldi is one of the biggest grocery-store chains in America, and it's experienced its fair share of recalls over the years. These were the biggest ones.

    By Brian Boone 7 months ago Read More
  • several rows of canned mason jars filled with fruit vegetable preservation

    The Story Of The Mason Jar Predates The Civil War

    The mason jar is an important part of American history and its usefulness has long outlived its humble inventor. This is when the mason jar came to be.

    By Francesca Duarte 7 months ago Read More
  • Lane Cake on marble platter

    Alabama's Official State Dessert Is Jam-Packed With Booze

    This lesser-known (and alcohol-heavy) dessert has been a part of Alabama's culinary scene for over 100 years, but was only recently made official.

    By Erica Martinez 7 months ago Read More
  • The Old Homestead Steakhouse

    The Classic New York Steakhouse That's The Oldest In The Country

    America's oldest steakhouse is located in a modern, trendy neighborhood today but in one of the busiest and most historic cities in the country.

    By Abstract Samm 7 months ago Read More
  • Three boba drinks, from left to right in mango, coconut, and matcha flavors

    This Is How Tapioca From South America Became Boba In Asia

    You might be surprised to learn that the pearls in Asian boba tea actually originate from a South American ingredient. Here's how this came about.

    By Carla Vaisman 7 months ago Read More
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