Did The Real Life Chef Boyardee Really Cook For A President?
Yes, Chef Boyardee was indeed a real person. And he lived a very fascinating life, with some believing he even cooked for a certain U.S. President.
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What's The Difference Between Italian Ice And Shaved Ice?
Both Italian and shaved ice can serve as the ultimate summer treat. However, other than that, what makes the two icy snacks similar -- or different?
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Here's The Difference Between Lox And Smoked Salmon
Lox and smoked salmon may be often used interchangeably, but there are actually some noticeable differences between the two types of salmon beyond their names.
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How Did Our Favorite Sandwiches Get Their Names?
We're usually busy stuffing our faces with our fave ingredients stacked between slices of bread that we rarely question the history behind classic sandwiches.
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How Chilaquiles Became A Breakfast Staple In Mexico
In Mexico, chilaquiles are a culinary and cultural staple. The popular breakfast dish's roots may stretch all the way back to the Aztec civilization.
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Bread In The Victorian Era Was Hiding A Toxic Secret
The Victorian era was a time of societal advancement, but food safety was still sorely lacking, as evidenced by these harmful ingredients widely used in bread.
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How People Got Liquor Prescriptions During Prohibition
Prohibition seems a world away, but for those who lived through it, it was a long 13 years. Understandably, people found creative ways to get their drams.
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What's The Difference Between Old World Pepperoni And The Regular Kind?
Old World (or cupping) pepperoni has taken the pizza world by storm in recent years, but how is this spicy sausage different from regular pepperoni?
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Before Modern Additives, Chickens Were Plumped Up With Lizard Fat
In ancient times, a long-forgotten method of plumping up chickens was used instead of today's additives: lizard fat. Here's everything to know about it.
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How Frog Eye Salad Got Its Less Than Appetizing Name
Frog eye salad does not contain amphibian eyes. It also doesn't involve anything green or vegetable-like. So, where is the name derived from?
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This Is The Country That Drinks The Most Alcohol
When it comes to annual alcohol consumption, this country tops the charts -- and its people are suffering from alcoholism and alcohol-related illnesses.
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Japan's Square Watermelons Are Pricey For A Reason
With only 300 square watermelons produced annually in Japan, and as few as 70 during a bad harvest year, these unique melons come at a high cost.
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The WWII Ban That Had Home Cooks Inventing Fake Bananas
Times were certainly tough during World War II, so much so that there was even a ban on bananas; home cooks had to get creative and invent their own.
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How Cattle Feed Led To The Creation Of Cheese Puffs
The history of the cheese puffs is full of accidents and creativity. We explore the interesting history behind the creation of this beloved snack.
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The Wasteful Reason Pizza Hut Used To Be A Top Kale Buyer
As late as 2012, Pizza Hut bought huge amounts of kale, but not to serve yo customers. At Pizza Hut, kale had one job: to decorate the salad bar.
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The Reason Cheesecake Factories Are Decorated So Extravagantly
The Cheesecake Factory's décor is dizzying because of its eclectic influences: Egypt, France, and San Francisco all shaped the restaurant's aesthetic.
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Make Cheap Beer Taste Better With A Pinch Of This Pantry Staple
Cheap beer is a beautiful thing, but sometimes it tastes a little lackluster. Luckily, all you need to make it better is a simple pinch of salt.
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Jack In The Box Used To Have Its Own Boy Band (No, Really)
Fast food chain had its own boy band in the 2000s. They were called The Meaty Cheesy Boys, and we've got the inside scoop on their bizarre story.
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When Was Caesar Salad Actually Invented?
The Caesar salad is such a classic it's ingrained in the tastebuds of salad lovers everywhere. When was this leafy perfection actually invented?
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How Sweet Tea Became A Southern Staple
From the way southerners revere sweet tea, you'd think it's been around for thousands of years. Here's how it earned its place as a southern favorite.
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Yes, There Really Is A Burger King With A Rollercoaster On Its Roof
Just a 10-minute walk from the Ontario-side observation deck at Niagara Falls, you'll find a Canadian Burger King with a rollercoaster on its roof.
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Hushpuppies Used To Have A Very Different Name
Hushpuppies have been a part of southern fish fries for almost two centuries, but in the beginning, they had a different name: red horse bread.
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Here's What You're Really Eating When You Crack Open A Can Of Haggis
Haggis is hard to come by in the U.S., and many Americans have never tried it. But what, exactly, is this Scottish staple, and why isn't it stateside?
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How Thousand Island Dressing Became A Burger Chain Staple
It's no secret that the secret sauce at many burger joints is Thousand Island dressing, but how did this unassuming condiment become so ubiquitous on burgers?
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The Bucket-Shaped KFC Restaurant Was A Happy Accident
The bucket-shaped KFC restaurant in Los Angeles' Koreatown is certainly an eye-catcher, but it was actually a happy accident. Here's the story.
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Whatever Happened To The Once-Popular Stride Gum?
Stride gum may be a name many haven't heard in a long time. It's discontinued in the U.S., but it's still quite popular in other parts of the world.
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Ice Cream Was Invented Much Longer Ago Than You'd Think
Ice cream has a long history. This sweet treat has been around for thousands of years, though it's changed a lot since it was first invented.
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