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  • A diner picking up a slice of pizza topped with smoked salmon

    Smoked Salmon Absolutely Belongs On Your Next Pizza

    Pizza toppings can be a controversial subject, with many clashing opinions about what goes on a pie. We're here to tell you that smoked salmon belongs on pizza.

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of fettuccine Alfredo pasta sprinkled with parmesan

    How Hollywood Stars Helped Raise Alfredo Sauce To Culinary Fame

    When it comes to Italian cuisine, there are many romantic fables about its most famous dishes. Fettuccine Alfredo rose to fame because of two Hollywood icons.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 months ago Read More
  • Pile of Betty Crocker cake mix boxes

    The Discontinued Betty Crocker Cake Mix That We Want Back

    Years pass and the products our favorite food brands offer change, but lately we've been dreaming about this discontinued Betty Crocker cake mix from the '70s.

    By Kaleigh Brown 9 months ago Read More
  • Lightly packed box of McDonald's fries on its side

    11 Times Fast Food Restaurants Thought They Could Trick Their Customers

    Fast food restaurants have gone to great lengths in order to make the most money, and these are times they thought they could trick their customers.

    By Brian Boone 9 months ago Read More
  • Several types of cheese arranged on a wooden board

    What Does It Actually Mean When Cheese Is Aged?

    Aging cheese means more than just leaving it in your fridge. Cheesemakers' secrets for creating delicious varieties of aged cheese are explained here.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 months ago Read More
  • Papa Johns box on back of delivery bike

    11 Reasons Papa Johns Might Not Be Around Much Longer

    Papa Johns has been one of the most well-known pizza chains out there for a while now, but there are some legitimate reasons it could be disappearing soon.

    By Chloe James 9 months ago Read More
  • Buffet with sneeze guards

    Buffet Sneeze Guards Are There For A Reason (But Please Don't Test Them)

    Buffet sneeze guards are a safety measure used by restaurants to help the spread of germs, but you can do your part by following simple etiquette.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 9 months ago Read More
  • Homemade St. Louis toasted ravioli

    The Mysterious Origins Of Toasted Ravioli

    Toasted ravioli is a rising star in Italian-American restaurants, but the origins of this tasty appetizer aren't as clear cut as some would like you to believe.

    By Mariana Zapata 9 months ago Read More
  • A plate of General Tso's chicken, served with peppers, scallions, and parsley

    Did The Real General Tso Have Anything To Do With The Beloved Chicken Dish?

    General Tso's chicken is named after a famous Chinese figure, but did he have anything to do with inventing the recipe? We explore the history of the dish.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 months ago Read More
  • Ronald McDonald enjoys lunch at a McDonald's playground

    The Rise And Fall Of McDonald's PlayPlaces

    McDonald's has had many iterations of its PlayPlaces. This is the complete history of them up to the present day, and what the future may hold.

    By Michael Palan 9 months ago Read More
  • Idaho russet potatoes

    Here's Why Idaho Is America's Famous Potato Capital

    In the United States, when we think of Idaho, we probably think of potatoes. There historical reason as to why is pretty fascinating and goes back a long way.

    By Mariana Zapata 9 months ago Read More
  • French chef Joel Robuchon

    This Legendary Chef Had The Most Ever Michelin Stars

    Michelin stars celebrate culinary brilliance-but what about the man who earned 31 of them? Discover Joël Robuchon’s journey to perfection.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 months ago Read More
  • A cup of yerba mate and two media lunas.

    What Does A Traditional Argentinian Breakfast Look Like?

    Breakfast in Argentina is rich in culture and diverse in flavor, and includes indulgent delights from the espresso to the dulce de leche.

    By Allison Beussink 9 months ago Read More
  • Different types of fast food

    Chain Restaurants That Changed The Recipe Of Popular Menu Items

    Items ranging from the fries at McDonald's to the bread at Subway have had tweaks in their recipes over time, and these are some of the most popular changes.

    By Anita Surewicz 9 months ago Read More
  • a plate of fish sticks on a light blue background

    The Fascinating Origin Story Of Fish Sticks

    Fish sticks are a frozen food classic, but they haven't been around forever. The idea came in the wake of another innovative fish product that no one liked.

    By Angela L. Pagán 9 months ago Read More
  • An open silver Butter Bell on a grey background

    How Does The Butter Bell Keep Butter Soft And Spreadable?

    Once a common staple in French kitchens, beurriers kept butter cold yet spreadable. We explore how you use a Butter Bell to keep your dairy fresh.

    By Maria Scinto 9 months ago Read More
  • Cans of Coca-Cola are decorated with Santa in the Christmastime

    The Santa We Know And Love Is Thanks To Coca-Cola Marketing

    The image of Santa Claus as a jolly, red-suited man bearing gifts is so widespread it's easy to take for granted, but Coca-Cola marketing played a major role.

    By Stephen Bradley 9 months ago Read More
  • aesthetic rows of chocolate candy bars

    The Company We Have To Thank For The First Mass-Produced Candy Bar

    Candy bars are everywhere these days, but it wasn't until this company managed to industrialize the candy-making process that the world saw the very first one.

    By Kaleigh Brown 9 months ago Read More
  • a big pile of Hershey's kisses in Christmas colors

    Hershey's Kisses Candy Really Lives Up To Its Name In An Interesting Way

    Hershey's Kisses have been a staple of the American candy scene for over a century, but their cute and cuddly name comes from a surprising source.

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • Map of Minnesota

    How Immigrants Blended Traditions To Make A Classic Minnesotan Dessert

    Many of the most beloved dishes are born of the intersection of two or more cultures. This traditional Midwestern dessert is certainly one of them.

    By Moriah House 9 months ago Read More
  • Hot dogs cooking on shaded grill

    Hot Dog Recalls That Affected Millions

    An American classic, hot dogs are eaten commonly in the U.S., but evidently there have been some hot dog recalls that affected millions of people.

    By Brian Boone 9 months ago Read More
  • Inside 1894, a restaurant inside a church

    How A Historic Minnesota Church Became A Restaurant Without Losing Its Heritage

    If you ever find yourself in Minnesota, there's an old, 19th-century church that's been painstakingly renovated into a restaurant. Here's how they did it.

    By Matt Bruce 9 months ago Read More
  • Pouring maple syrup on top of ice

    How Vermont Uses Snow To Enjoy Maple Syrup To The Fullest

    If you don't already know, the Northeastern States have a sweet winter tradition involving maple syrup and fresh snow. It couldn't be easier to put together.

    By Mariana Zapata 9 months ago Read More
  • Boxes of kraft macaroni and cheese on store shelf

    Kraft Food Recalls That Affected Millions

    Kraft is one of the biggest and most well-known grocery brands out there, but over the years it's had to recall plenty of items. These are the biggest recalls.

    By Brian Boone 9 months ago Read More
  • Marilyn Monroe wearing a pink dress and standing in front of waterfall.

    Marilyn Monroe Ate Breakfast Like A Body Builder

    Marilyn Monroe's eating habits may surprise even her staunchest fans. The Hollywood icon's choice of breakfast is especially fascinating.

    By Mariana Zapata 9 months ago Read More
  • Abandoned Red Lobster restaurant location

    Restaurant Chains That Closed The Most Locations In 2024

    2024 has seen a lot of well-known restaurant chains closing locations. Here are some of the ones that closed the most locations overall.

    By Chloe James 9 months ago Read More
  • A plate of California rolls

    You Can Still Eat A California Roll From The Chef Who Created It

    The California roll's origins are, like sushi, wrapped in mystery, but Vancouver chef Hidekazu Tojo is widely credited as its ingenious creator.

    By Matt Bruce 9 months ago Read More
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