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  • sushi dipped in soy sauce

    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.

    By Dennis Lee July 5th, 2024 Read More
  • 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating champions Miki Sudo and Patrick Bertoletti

    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.

    By Brian Udall July 4th, 2024 Read More
  • sparkling water with berries and mint

    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.

    By Erica Martinez July 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Hand holding a Swedish tunnbrodsrulle

    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.

    By Erica Martinez July 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Chocolate and Vanilla Frosty

    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.

    By Moriah House July 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Paper Plane with  lemons and lime

    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.

    By Erica Martinez July 1st, 2024 Read More
  • close up of two hands holding cups of Dippin' Dots

    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?

    By Angela L. Pagán June 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Australian-style sushi rolls

    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.

    By Moriah House June 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Jacket potato

    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.

    By Dennis Lee June 30th, 2024 Read More
  • 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.

    By Jamie Loftus June 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Sliced head cheese on slate with tomatoes and limes

    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.

    By Erica Martinez June 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands holding bagel sandwiches with city backdrop

    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?

    By Erica Martinez June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Pizza Hut sign

    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.

    By Moriah House June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • overhead photo of banana pudding in a glass dish

    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.

    By Angela L. Pagán June 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • a hand holding up a scoop of Blue Bell ice cream in a cup

    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.

    By Angela L. Pagán June 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Duke's mayo bottles

    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.

    By Moriah House June 19th, 2024 Read More
  • chicago style hot dog and fries

    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.

    By Dennis Lee June 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Bottle of A.1.

    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.

    By Dennis Lee June 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Outback Steakhouse Bloomin' Onion

    Outback Steakhouse Is Not Nearly As Australian As You Might Think

    If you're looking to try authentic Australian cuisine, don't go to Outback Steakhouse. Despite the restaurant chain's motif, it's 100% American.

    By Angela L. Pagán June 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Wendy's burger

    The Retro Fast Food Chain That May Have Inspired Wendy's Square Burgers

    Where did Dave Thomas find the inspiration for Wendy's? Some claim it was at a now-obscure Midwestern burger chain that also serves square burgers.

    By Dennis Lee June 16th, 2024 Read More
  • PEZ candy in dish

    PEZ Was Created For A Pretty Adult Reason

    PEZ is basically a childhood nostalgia staple with its colorful dispensers, but the candy originally was originally meant to remedy a very adult issue.

    By Dennis Lee June 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Wendy's takeout bag

    The Discontinued Wendy's Stuffed Pitas That '90s Kids Will Never Let Go

    Fast food chains discontinue items all the time, but sometimes, nostalgic customers keep their memory alive, as is the case for this late-'90s Wendy's item.

    By Dennis Lee June 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring milk from pitcher into glass

    Before Fridges, Russians Used To Keep Their Milk Fresh With Frogs

    Letting an amphibian take up residence in your dairy products may not seem like a good idea, but believe it or not ... it works! Here's why.

    By Erica Martinez June 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Trader Joe's sign

    The Unspoken Connection Between Trader Joe's And Aldi

    Aldi and Trader Joe's have a lot in common, and their similarities aren't necessarily by chance. The two have been connected since the late '70s.

    By Angela L. Pagán June 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Shopping cart filled with groceries from Trader Joe's

    Trader Joe: The Real Man Behind The Grocery Empire

    There was a real Joe behind Trader Joe's, a man who was on the risk of bankruptcy with a previous chain and came up with the idea for the popular grocery store.

    By Angela L. Pagán June 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Hand pulling pizza from tray

    The Unexpected Condiment That Tops Biloxi-Style Pizza

    Pizza can be topped with all sorts of surprising ingredients, and regional preferences abound. But Biloxi-style pizza uses a condiment you'd never expect.

    By Dennis Lee June 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Taco Bell sign

    Why Taco Bell Tried And Failed To Break Into Mexico

    Taco Bell, of course, sells Mexican-inspired food, but "inspired" is the key word there. That's part of why the chain didn't make it in Mexico itself.

    By Erica Martinez June 9th, 2024 Read More
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