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  • Portrait of Frank Sinatra

    The Upscale Los Angeles Restaurant Where Frank Sinatra Often Dined With Friends

    Everyone loves a good dinner with friends — superstar singers included. Discover which Los Angeles dining spot Frank Sinatra frequented throughout his career.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child in her kitchen.

    The Boston Seafood Restaurant Julia Child Visited So Often She Had A Plaque On Its Wall

    Julia Child was an acclaimed chef, but even she had a favorite restaurant. Discover which Boston seafood spot Child loved so much it honored her with a plaque.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Bottles of Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauce on a store shelf

    The Company Behind Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce Is Better Known For Its Salad Dressing

    Sweet Baby Ray's might be America's favorite barbecue sauce, but its parent company is best known for an iconic line of salad dressings you've probably tasted.

    By Ellery Weil 2 months ago Read More
  • Young Johnny Cash singing

    The Old-School Southern Classic That Was Johnny Cash's Go-To Comfort Food

    Johnny Cash loved an embellished version of this classic southern dish, and the country singer enjoyed eating it in a pretty interesting way.

    By Ellery Weil 2 months ago Read More
  • An aerial shot of North Korea, featuring the flag and the city below

    Tourists Say North Korean Grocery Stores Feel Deceptive - Here's Why

    North Korea isn't known for being a tourist destination, but you can visit. If you go, this grocery store may be open to you but visitors say it feels off.

    By Jessica Riggio 2 months ago Read More
  • Portrait of George Washington

    The Extra Boozy Eggnog George Washington Allegedly Enjoyed Wasn't For The Faint Of Heart

    George Washington was known to enjoy a few good drinks, especially eggnog. Find out how the first president of the United States made the seasonal libation.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Top view of hands reaching for pizza slices in cardboard pizza boxes

    America's First Pizza Restaurant Chain Is Still Slinging Slices — But Only In These 2 States

    Ever been to America's first pizza chain? Luckily, it's still around — just not in many places. Discover the two U.S. states the chain is still operating in.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding an Applebee's gift card

    The Totally Random Way The Applebee's Founders Chose Its Name

    The original founders of Applebee's picked the name and theme for their restaurant by chance, in a unique way that could have completely changed it's future.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Brown eggs in cartons

    The 12 Biggest Food Product Recalls Of 2025

    Millions of pounds of everyday foods were withdrawn after shocking contamination scares. Read on to find out which products sparked the biggest recalls of 2025.

    By Brian Boone 2 months ago Read More
  • Two glasses of milk punch.

    The Creamy Milk Cocktail That's Been Around Since The 1600s

    Move over eggnog: there's a new milky cocktail in town (well, maybe not so new). Find out which milky cocktail has been around since the 17th century.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • A plate of fish and chips.

    The Unique Role Fish And Chips Played During Both World Wars

    We think of fish and chips as a British staple, but you may not realize the important role it played during World War I and World War II, when food was scarce.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Collard greens and Hoppin' John in ceramic dishes

    Eating Black-Eyed Peas On New Year's Day Means More Than You Probably Thought

    Most culinary traditions have a backstory, and the customary bowl of black-eyed peas eaten on New Year's Day is no different. This is the lore behind the dish.

    By Jessica Riggio 2 months ago Read More
  • Elvis Presley singing on TV in 1968

    Elvis Wouldn't Eat Chicken Unless It Was Served Without These Pesky Parts

    Elvis's love of southern foods is well-documented, but he was also somewhat picky about how some of it was served, including omitting certain parts of chicken.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • exterior of Delmoniico's in New York

    The Oldest Steakhouses In The US

    America’s oldest steakhouses still serve towering cuts, classic sides, and timeless charm. Discover the historic dining rooms that shaped U.S. steak culture.

    By Brian Boone 2 months ago Read More
  • Tombstone frozen pizza

    The Unique And Stylish Way Tombstone Pizzas Were First Delivered

    These days, if you want a Tombstone pizza, you'll just grab it from the supermarket's freezer section, but they used to be delivered in this creative way.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • A person peels a ripe banana

    Bananas Were Originally Eaten Like Vegetables (Yes, Seriously)

    Bananas didn't always taste so sweet and seedless. Before they went mainstream as a snack, tough, seed-filled bananas were cooked and eaten like vegetables.

    By Haley McNamara 2 months ago Read More
  • A large table set at an ornately decorated Chinese restaurant

    The Complex Secret Network That Fuels Chinese Restaurants Across America

    An underground network of agencies gathers and funnels immigrants that enter the U.S. without legal papers to work at Chinese restaurants around the country.

    By Ellery Weil 2 months ago Read More
  • Box of assorted holiday cookies

    The Top Holiday Cookie In The US Isn't Shortbread Or Sugar, According To Target

    Can you guess America's favorite holiday cookie? Outpacing shortbread and sugar cookies, this spicy treat got Target's prize for top holiday cookie in the U.S.

    By Jonathan Kesh 2 months ago Read More
  • President Teddy Roosevelt surrounded by cups of coffee

    Why President Teddy Roosevelt Drank A Gallon Of Coffee Per Day

    Teddy Roosevelt, 26th U.S. President and namesake of the teddy bear, was known for his vigor. Did a gallon of coffee consumed each day contribute to it?

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of a WWII-era ration kit

    The WWII-Era 'Emergency Steak' Made With An Unexpected Breakfast Ingredient

    Back during World War Two, people had to rely on what food was rationed to them. This 'Emergency Steak' used a breakfast staple to stretch beef farther.

    By Ellery Weil 2 months ago Read More
  • A gloved hand in a Santa coat holding a bottle of beer topped with a mini Santa hat

    Forget The Milk: Santa Gets A Pint Of This Iconic Beer When He Lands In Ireland

    When Santa visits homes on Christmas Eve in the United States, he can expect milk and cookies. But when in Ireland, St. Nick can enjoy a classic local beer.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Meat encased in jell-o ring

    14 Old-School Jell-O Salads That No One Eats Anymore

    There was a time when no dinner party was complete without a Jell-O salad. Nowadays, for better or for worse, these retro recipes are hard to come by.

    By Holly Riddle 2 months ago Read More
  • A wooden bowl of white rice.

    The Unexpected State That Produces The Most Rice In The US (2X More Than Any Other State)

    Think you know which U.S. state produces the most rice? Here's which one is leading the pack (and spoiler it may not be the state you're expecting).

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's plaque dedicated to Ray A. Kroc on outside wall of restaurant

    The Controversial History Of McDonald's Founder Ray Kroc

    Don't be fooled by the Golden Arches and Happy Meals. Ray Kroc's success in transforming McDonald's into a fast food juggernaut is shadier than it may appear.

    By Brian Boone 2 months ago Read More
  • Mixed seafood including abalone on ice

    Why This Seafood Delicacy Is Banned From Harvest In California Until 2036

    California has access to an abundance of seafood, but that access will be restricted for this seafood delicacy until 2036. Here's what to expect.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Composite image of three buffet restaurants, their buildings appearing to collapse

    11 Popular Buffets That Disappeared

    The all-you-can-eat buffet was once a mainstay of American dining, but since 2020, it's become much harder to find. These 11 options have vanished completely.

    By Brian Boone 2 months ago Read More
  • A table is set with three lazy Susans holding various plated fruits

    The Sad Truth About How The Lazy Susan Got Its Name

    The lazy Susan is a staple for storage and food service, but the name is kind of odd. What's the story behind this classic bit of cookware, anyway?

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 2 months ago Read More
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