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  • 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 months ago Read More
  • a plate of food from Rathskeller

    The Indiana Restaurant That Will Take You Back To The 19th Century

    For a real blast from the past, check out this eatery in Indianapolis that has been in continuous operation since its inception in the mid-1890s.

    By Joe Hoeffner 11 months ago Read More
  • Bottles of Pibb Xtra sit in a refrigerator

    Why Did Mr. Pibb Soda Change Its Name To Pibb Xtra?

    Drinks get name rebrands all the time, often for good reason. The story of how Mr. Pibb changed to Pibb Xtra is a fascinating part of soda history.

    By Angela L. Pagán 11 months ago Read More
  • freshly-cut tavern style cheese pizza from Chicago on a wooden paddle with a pizza cutter near it.

    The Difference Between Tavern-Style And St. Louis-Style Pizza Crust

    Although they have many similarities, there are some distinct differences between tavern-style and St. Louis-style pizzas.

    By Dylan Murray 11 months ago Read More
  • Nut burger at Matt's Place

    Whatever Happened To Montana's Infamous Nut Burger?

    This drive-in offering, around since the 1930s and unique enough to have gained national fame, has fallen out of the conversation in recent years.

    By Maria Scinto 11 months ago Read More
  • Scofflaw cocktail in a glass next to bar equipment

    The Tongue-In-Cheek Meaning Behind The Scofflaw Cocktail 

    The scofflaw cocktail isn't as popular as it used to be, but this tart and spirit-forward sipper's name made quite a stir when it first arrived on the scene.

    By Moriah House 11 months ago Read More
  • pork chops in a creamy sauce with sliced apples

    Why Do Apples And Pork Go So Well Together?

    There is no argument that pork and apples are a delicious pairing, but why is it that these two ingredients have become so inextricably linked?

    By Maria Scinto 11 months ago Read More
  • A Columbus-style pizza topped with pepperoni

    Ohio Has Its Own Regional Pizza Style That's Worth The Trip

    Think you've tried every type of pizza? Think again. Columbus, Ohio, has its own unique and fully loaded pizza style that's well worth trying.

    By Moriah House 11 months ago Read More
  • Bird's eye view of a buffet on a wood table

    The Major Buffet Red Flag To Keep An Eye Out For

    Buffets are making a comeback but with extra food safety precautions, so if you see one without this item, you may want to dine elsewhere.

    By Kendra Mahaffey 11 months ago Read More
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