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  • Pastel de nata (Portuguese egg tarts) served on a plate.

    Portuguese Vs Chinese Egg Tarts: What Is The Difference?

    Did someone say egg tarts -- but which one? See the differences between Portuguese pastel de nata and Chinese daan tat -- tarts shaped by each's culture.

    By Amrita Ray 11 months ago Read More
  • Hands holding Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich next to drink

    Chick-Fil-A Recalls That Affected Millions

    Chick-fil-A doesn't have nearly as many recalls as some of its fast food competitors, but there are still some times when it happened. These are its recalls.

    By Chloe James 11 months ago Read More
  • Large bowls of chapulines (grasshoppers) for sale at a market

    How Fried Grasshoppers Became A Staple Snack In Mexico

    A large minority of the world's population includes insects in their diet and Mexico's love of fried grasshoppers has ancient roots going back centuries.

    By Bobby Lewis 11 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of chicken tikka masala served with white rice.

    Why Britain Considers Tikka Masala A National Dish

    The origins of chicken tikka masala are rooted in a long and complex history. Here's how an Indian recipe merged with traditional British cuisine.

    By Bobby Lewis 11 months ago Read More
  • A dish of pasta with tomato sauce and fresh basil

    The Murky Origins Of The Classic Pasta And Tomato Sauce Combo

    Pasta with tomato sauce feels like a timeless classic. However, this dish had to start somewhere and its historic origins are fascinating to explore.

    By Mariana Zapata 11 months ago Read More
  • Three tubs of fat free coffee creamer

    Do We Have Henry Ford To Thank For Non-Dairy Creamer?

    Non-dairy creamer is a pantry staple and something many of us use everyday. But did you know that we may have Henry Ford to thank for this unique product?

    By Joe Hoeffner 11 months ago Read More
  • Various types of cheese with fruits and milk on a wooden table.

    Don't Make This Embarrassing Cheese Mistake While Dining In France

    Unlock the secrets of French cheese etiquette-timing, pairing, and cutting tips to avoid faux pas and savor like a true fromage connoisseur.

    By Amrita Ray 12 months ago Read More
  • Peppermint bark on white plate

    How Peppermint Came To Dominate The Holiday Season

    Why is peppermint the holiday flavor? From medieval feasts to candy cane machines, discover the festive history behind this seasonal favorite.

    By Allison Beussink 12 months ago Read More
  • A scoop of ice cream in an oyster shell

    Was Oyster Ice Cream Really An Early American Staple?

    Explore the history of oyster ice cream, a savory 19th-century oddity that blends oysters and cream into one of America’s most surprising culinary legends.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han 12 months ago Read More
  • A peeled banana on a wooden board next to a bunch of bananas

    Why We're All Eating Clones Of The Exact Same Banana

    Bananas are one of the world's most popular fruits, known for being creamy and nutritious. We explore the fascinating food science behind banana cloning.

    By Holly Tishfield 12 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of sour cream and a wooden spoon

    The Mongolian Horse Milk Origins Of Sour Cream

    Sour cream is a beloved and versatile ingredient. However, this tangy condiment has a fascinating origin story that stretches back thousands of years.

    By Joe Hoeffner 12 months ago Read More
  • Taco Bell Mexican pizza on table

    Fast Food Recalls That Affected Millions

    Recalls don't just happen for grocery store items: They also happen with fast food restaurant menu items. These are the biggest fast food recalls.

    By Brian Boone 12 months ago Read More
  • Ice cold bottles of cherry soda Cheerwine

    Cheerwine: The Southern Drink That Was Invented For A Not-So-Sweet Reason

    See how sugar shortages birthed NC’s beloved cherry soda and other staples. Born of wartime scarcity, Cheerwine's story proves necessity fuels invention.

    By Diego Villena 12 months ago Read More
  • Penne alla vodka

    Vodka Sauce Is Not Nearly As Old As You May Think

    Vodka sauce is a favorite for tomato sauces whether you're into Rao's, Carbone's, or Classico. But when did it come about and who gets the credit?

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han 12 months ago Read More
  • A soup aisle of a grocery store

    Discontinued Grocery Store Soups We'll Probably Never Eat Again

    Soup manufacturers do away with underperforming varieties of soup to make way for new ones. Here are the most missed soups formerly found in grocery stores.

    By Brian Boone 12 months ago Read More
  • A rolled ice cream being served

    How Rolled Ice Cream Made Its Way From Thailand To Worldwide Fame

    Rolled ice cream comes in all flavors, but as far as shape and size, you're looking at a thin sheets of sweet cream shaved off an ice-cold pan into tight coils.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han 12 months ago Read More
  • Clam chowder with clam shells and potatoes in bread bowl

    14 Types Of Chowders And What Makes Them Unique

    There are so many different kinds of chowder out there, from corn chowder to Irish fish chowder and beyond. These are some types, and what makes them unique.

    By Holly Riddle 12 months ago Read More
  • A shepherd's pie

    Are Shepherd's Pie And Cottage Pie Really That Different?

    Don't you dare use them interchangeably, because shepherd's pie and cottage pie are not one and the same. See the key things that distinguish them.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han 12 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of banana-shaped candy

    The Reason Artificial Banana Flavoring Doesn't Taste Like The Real Deal

    Artificial banana flavoring can be a bit of a divisive topic. One thing we can all agree on is that banana flavoring doesn't taste like real bananas.

    By Carla Vaisman 12 months ago Read More
  • Cracker Barrel exterior standalone sign with a tree

    Discontinued Cracker Barrel Menu Items We'll Probably Never Eat Again

    Cracker Barrel offers some classic Southern-inspired meals, but it also has to keep up with the times. These are the Cracker Barrel items that disappeared.

    By Brian Boone 12 months ago Read More
  • Neapolitan pizza

    The Most Popular Pizza Topping Doesn't Come From Italy

    Though Italians commonly did and do find it to be too harsh an ingredient for pizza, this sliced pork sausage is the top pizza topper in the United States.

    By Anna Everingham 12 months ago Read More
  • Buffet bar at a restaurant

    How Buffets Became An All-You-Can-Eat Phenomenon

    Buffet-style serving was not born in the United States, nor was the idea of eating until you're totally stuffed, but one could say we perfected it.

    By Carla Vaisman 12 months ago Read More
  • Sodas stocked on supermarket shelves

    Soda Recalls That Affected Millions

    We've all heard of meat and cheese recalls, but you might not think that soda could be recalled. But it definitely has. Here are some times it did.

    By Jacob Smith 12 months ago Read More
  • A plate of disco fries with cheese and gravy

    How Disco Fries Became A Diner Favorite

    A staple on classic American diner menus, disco fries take inspiration from Canadian poutine. We learn the history of this mouth-wateringly cheesy snack.

    By Zhuotong Scarlett Han 12 months ago Read More
  • Hershey's miniatures, including a Krackel bar

    The Hershey's Chocolate Bar That's Only Sold As A Miniature

    The Krackel bar was once a popular Hershey's staple, but now this crunchy chocolate snack is only available in miniature form and in multipacks.

    By Antoinette Goldberg 12 months ago Read More
  • A decanter of bourbon whiskey and poured out glasses on a table.

    When North Carolina Was The Bourbon Capital Of America

    Kentucky is known as the bourbon state, but North Carolina once gave it a run for its money. Without prohibition, bourbon's history may have looked different.

    By Amrita Ray 12 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of shrimp and grits

    Gullah Cuisine And Its Role In Southern Food History

    The African ingredients and cooking traditions of the Gullah people have had wide-ranging impacts on dishes of the South, and across the country.

    By Jacob Smith 12 months ago Read More
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