The Chicago Hotel Where You Can Taste The First Brownie Recipe Ever Invented
Like many enduring and great sweets, the brownie's beginnings take place at a hotel. Today, you can visit that Windy City spot and try the original recipe
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Why Black Mole Is Such A Coveted (And Pricey) Dish In Mexico
Black mole is such a beloved dish in Mexican culture that it's considered the country's national sauce. It's also a time-intensive and expensive dish to make.
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Meet Possum Pie, The Decadent No-Bake Southern Classic You Need To Try For Yourself
Don't let the unusual name fool you. This layered Southern dessert is rich, creamy perfection that requires zero oven time to create, and it's 100% possum-free.
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The Most Expensive Chile In Mexico Comes From One Small Region
These highly-prized, complexly-flavored chiles come at a high price, and for a good reason: They're only grown in one small region in Oaxaca, Mexico.
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New Hampshire's Dinner Train Takes The Scenic Route While Serving Up A 5-Course Meal
Cafe Lafayette, a rolling restaurant operating out of North Woodstock, New Hampshire, serves a five-course meal throughout a scenic 2-hour, 20-mile round trip.
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The Decadent Retro '70s Cake That Hides A Delicious Secret Inside
Retro cakes can be a ton of fun to recreate, but in the Southern U.S., this one never went anywhere. You can find it on diner menus to this day.
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13 Amish Foods You Need To Try
The Amish community isn't exactly short on tasty culinary traditions, as proven by the long list of must-try foods on offer in Amish Country.
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Why Bananas Are Everywhere In Tokyo (And How They Became Such An Iconic Symbol Of The City)
Bananas may seem ordinary, but in Tokyo they’ve taken on a surprising role. The story behind this city's sweet symbol is richer than you’d expect.
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If You Ate These 12 Foods As A Kid, You Probably Grew Up In The South
Although the South boasts several culinary influences, it's often the simple and resourceful foods that unite Southerners and remind them of their childhoods.
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Once Common Restaurant Behaviors That Have Faded Away
Dining out has transformed over the decades, with these restaurant traditions changing with the times and, in some cases, fading into near obscurity.
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Why British Food Became Known As Boring And Bland
British food has long been maligned for being boring and bland, which isn't fair. Still, there are good history-based reasons this scarlet letter remains.
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Every State's Most Legendary Casserole
The U.S. is packed with a wide variety of culinary traditions, as is evident by the many casseroles you can find from state to state.
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The Popular Chicken Dish You Should Pass On At A Chinese Restaurant
By now, Alexa knows your favorite Chinese chicken dish. But if it's this sugar-fried favorite, you'll want to set your voice command to something tastier.
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Desserts That Don't Look Good But Taste Great
Some of the best desserts were created out of thrift, creativity, and tradition, rather than for looks. They may not be Instagrammable, but they are delicious.
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A Guide To All The Sides At A Brazilian Steakhouse
There's much more to Brazilian steakhouses than, well, steak. Here's everything you need to know about the tastiest sides these eateries have to offer.
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Vintage Fried Foods Hardly Anyone Eats Anymore
While many vintage fried foods arose out of necessity and economic hardship, they've become a nostalgic reminder of the past in our old-school cookbooks.
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Must-Try Texas Foods Everyone Should Eat At Least Once
Some of the best food in Texas is inspired by legends and cultural influences. These are the dishes many Texans insist you can't miss in The Lone Star State.
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You Can Get A $255 Steak At This Classic, 1830s-Era NYC Restaurant
For the low price of $255 you can time travel back to 1830s New York City, and chomp into a big ol' juicy steak to celebrate surviving the cholera epidemic.
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12 Funeral Foods And The Stories Behind Them
Given the inherent connection between mourning and eating around the world, we gathered a collection of popular funeral foods from throughout history.
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11 Tried-And-True Regional Food Classics In The United States
Thanks to social media, it's getting harder to find truly regional foods. These dishes, however, have deep traditions and draw fans from near and far.
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Old-School Salads That Hardly Anyone Eats Anymore
Molded, layered, and overly dressed salads were replaced with fresher, healthier options, as tastes shifted toward lighter, more nutritious fare over time.
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Where Were Fajitas Actually Invented?
Fajitas are a mainstay in many Mexican restaurants, but where did this iconic sizzling dish actually come from? The answer might surprise you.
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Our Favorite Struggle Meals That Were Actually Delicious
Just about everyone has had to assemble a meal with whatever they could find in the cupboard. The Takeout writers look back at their favorite struggle meals.
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This Fan-Favorite M&M Flavor Is Returning Just In Time For Fall
M&M made big waves last year as the most popular Halloween candy. This year, the candy company is welcoming fall with the return of a favorite flavor.
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You Only Need 3 Ingredients To Try The Unofficial Cocktail Of The US Open
The U.S. Open is famous for being one of the world's foremost tennis tournaments. In case you weren't aware, spectators enjoy this simple drink as they watch.
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This Is What Guinness Drinkers Call 'Splitting The G'
If you're a Guinness drinker, you may have been challenged to "split the G." But what does that even mean, and where does this strange practice come from?
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A Sweet Pantry Staple Is Your Ticket To Caramelized Pork Carnitas
Carnitas turn pork into crispy, delicious perfection when cooked traditionally, which often means lard. But you have a kitchen staple that works even better.
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