What Are The 23 Secret Flavors In Dr Pepper?
Perhaps soda's biggest mystery is what the 23 secret flavors in Dr Pepper actually are. Everyone has their opinions, but is there an answer out there?
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Depression-Era Water Pie Is Like A Magic Trick In Your Oven
You'll be pretty amazed to find out what goes into a water pie, and how exactly a sweet and delicious treat comes out of the oven after baking.
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What Sets Tavern-Style Pizza Apart From The Other Chicago Pies
When we think of Chicago-style pizza, deep dish is likely to spring to mind. But for locals, the tavern-style pizza sits at the top of their menu.
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Will The Worm At The Bottom Of The Mezcal Bottle Get You Drunk?
The worm at the bottom of some mezcal bottles has many myths surrounding it. Does the mezcal worm make you extra drunk, as some people believe?
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Who Else Remembers When SunnyD Turned A Girl's Skin Orange?
Back in 1999, a controversy erupted over SunnyD when it was blamed for turning the skin of a four-year-old Welsh girl's face and hands orange.
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Shady Things About Colonel Sanders
Colonel Sanders may be immortalized for his stark white suit, but the fried chicken icon wasn't always a shining example of good behavior.
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Why Do Chicago-Style Hot Dogs Always Come On Poppy Seed Buns?
True Chicago-style hot dogs are always served on poppy seed-speckled buns. These buns became a part of Chicago's hot dog culture over a century ago.
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Here's What Sets Greek Coffee Apart From The Rest
Greece has a deliciously unique coffee culture. Greek coffee is brewed thick and strong and served with a rich layer of foam (known as kaimaki) on top.
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The Original Cheesesteak Sandwich Was Missing A Crucial Ingredient
It may come as a surprise to know that the original cheesesteak sandwich was missing something fans look at as crucial to its construction: cheese.
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It's Time To Stop Drowning Your Sushi In Soy Sauce
if you're a sushi-in-soy-sauce-drowner, we have a few tips on how to get the most out of your sushi without overwhelming each bite with sauce.
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The 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest Was The Most Exciting In Years
The results of the thrilling 2024 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, which took place without reigning champion Joey Chestnut, are in.
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The History Of Sparkling Water Is Way Older Than You'd Think
Sparkling water is hugely popular today, but the concept of producing the fizzy beverage dates back to before America gained its independence.
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Swedish Hot Dogs Look Nothing Like The Franks We're Used To
A tunnbrödsrulle is Sweden's answer to the ballpark frank. While the weenie is intact, you won't find a bun, relish, or the condiments you're used to.
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The Unexpected Inspiration Behind Wendy's Iconic Frosty
The Wendy's Frosty comes from humble origins. It was inspired by frosted malts sold by a stand at the Thistledown racetrack in Cleveland in the 1960s.
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The Paper Plane Cocktail Was Named After A Classic Pop Song
The bourbon-based cocktail is a masterful combination of bitter, tangy, and herbal flavor notes; but the name gives no indication of what's in the drink.
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Dippin' Dots Are The Result Of A Science Experiment Gone Right
Dippin' Dots are a novelty you can't ignore on a hot summer day. But, did you know these tasty beads came from a love of science and not just dessert?
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What Sets Australian-Style Sushi Apart From The Rest
Australia may not be the first place you think of when you hear sushi, but Australian-style sushi is distinct from Japanese sushi in a few important ways.
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Are U.S. Baked And British Jacket Potatoes Really That Different?
Jacket potatoes are a hot food trend, but are British jacket potatoes really any different from American baked potatoes? The answer is yes, but it's subtle.
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Everything You Never Knew About Competitive Eating
The world of competitive eating is full of wild characters. Here's an inside glimpse into the gluttonous sport from two unique, albeit lesser-known eaters.
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How Head Cheese Got Its Unsettling Name
When they named head cheese, they only went half-euphemistic, because it isn't actually fromage. See why this meaty aspic has a long tradition of frugality.
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Does NYC's Tap Water Actually Make Its Bagels Better?
Many people say the water is the secret to NYC bagels. But could the water really be the difference between bagels made in New York and ones made elsewhere?
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The Origin Of Pizza Hut's Name Is Way Less Exciting Than You Think
You might think a name like Pizza Hut was product of a genius marketing scheme, but as legend has it, the name came from far more humble origins.
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How Banana Pudding Became The Queen Of Desserts In The South
Today, many would associate banana pudding with southern comfort food, but some of the dessert's components started elsewhere before arriving in the South.
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Blue Bell Creameries Originally Didn't Even Sell Ice Cream
Blue Bell began as the Brenham Creamery Company, founded by a group of local Texas businessmen in 1907. It did not start making or selling ice cream until 1911.
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Why Duke's Mayonnaise Has A Cult Following In The South
It's no surprise that Southerners take mayonnaise very seriously. For countless cooks and eaters in the South, Duke's is the only mayo worth using.
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What Is That Neon Green Topping On Chicago-Style Hot Dogs?
One of the classic toppings on a Chicago-style hot dog is a finely diced, visually arresting, neon-green condiment that sometimes baffles the eye.
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The Fruits That Give A.1. Sauce That Extra Punch Of Flavor
Surprisingly, A.1. Sauce's recipe includes two kinds of fruit. We examine how these sweet ingredients contribute to the sauce's signature flavor.
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