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    The Rare Pasta That Pilgrims Hike 20 Miles To Eat

    This kind of pasta is so rare, fewer than a dozen people know how to make it, and you have to hike for miles to a small town in Sardinia just to eat it.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 month ago Read More
  • hands of couple cutting wedding cake with guests in background

    The Elegant Southern Wedding Cake Tradition Meant To Bring Good Luck

    Southern weddings are always rife with traditions and this particular one is for the benefit of the guests! Find out more about this cake-related custom.

    By Laura Christine Allan 1 month ago Read More
  • A bowl of Halloween candy

    Just In Time For Halloween, This Popular Chocolate Brand Is On Sale At Major U.S. Stores

    Halloween is a big time of year for candy companies, but this popular chocolate brand is feeling the squeeze. In an attempt to draw in customers, it's on sale.

    By Kat Olvera 1 month ago Read More
  • hands shown with utensils in European style

    Is The European Way Of Holding A Fork More Efficient?

    In the United States, we prefer the "zigzag" method of eating with a fork and knife, with Europeans favor the Continental method. Is the latter the right way?

    By Lindsey Reynolds 1 month ago Read More
  • Small glasses of mezcal

    This Unique Step Is Why Some Mezcal Tastes Smoky

    Not all mezcal is smoky, but many varieties are. How does the agave spirit get that smoke-filled flavor? The secret comes from this artisanal process.

    By Alexandra Fay 1 month ago Read More
  • The White House

    Who The Official White House Chef Actually Reports To Directly

    The White House chef has a lot of responsibilities and focuses on feeding the first family. But who chooses the chef and who does the chef report to?

    By Erica Martinez 1 month ago Read More
  • Five plates of different Chinese cuisines over a red decorative background

    14 Foods In Chinese Cuisine With Symbolic Meanings

    Many foods in Chinese culture have deep, rich meanings, so we took a deep dive into 14 different foods to learn more about their symbolic nature and history.

    By Andy Beth Miller 1 month ago Read More
  • A fly fishing rod next to several lures

    Could This Common Candy Help You Catch Fish?

    Fishing is a game of patience and luck. It also helps to have the right bait. And if lures aren't bringing in the fish, you could always try this candy.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 month ago Read More
  • Fresh watermelons at a fruit stand.

    The Georgia City That Claims To Be The World's Watermelon Capital

    Georgia may be known as The Peach State, but one city has staked its claim as the world's watermelon capital thanks to ideal growing conditions.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 month ago Read More
  • Composite image of sub sandwich, key lime pie, and stone crabs in front of Miami skyline

    12 Iconic Florida Dishes To Try Before You Die

    There is no shortage of creativity, culture, and major flavor in Florida-centric cuisine. Here are some delicious dishes that are worth a try at least once.

    By Rachel Sobel 1 month ago Read More
  • Composite image of ground beef dishes

    Old-School Ground Beef Dishes Almost Everyone Has Forgotten About

    Ground beef is an ages-old staple for family meals, but its popular dishes have cycled over the years. Go back in time by making one of these vintage recipes.

    By Elizabeth Arnold 2 months ago Read More
  • An older man cooking over the stove while looking inside sauté pan

    This Affordable Meal Was A Classic And Quick Dish For Boomer Parents

    A classic that deserves a delicious comeback, this mid-century dinner staple brought comfort, convenience, and flavor to the tables of boomer-era families.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Shoppers outside a Costco store in Bend, Oregon

    Costco Fall Foods You Should Pick Up On Your Next Trip

    Costco has quite a few new products coming to its shelves this fall. While some are returning favorites, others are new contenders for chilly evening bites.

    By Ben Hillin 2 months ago Read More
  • Someone feeding meat through a grinder into a metal bowl

    Freak Out Your Friends This Halloween By Turning Red Velvet Cake Into Realistic Raw Meat

    Halloween is a great time to get creative with your food and this red velvet cake trick is a funny way to freak your friends out when you eat it straight up.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra in front of the New York City skyline

    The Exceptionally Simple Salad Frank Sinatra Always Ordered In New York City

    Whenever Frank Sinatra was in New York City, he dined at Patsy’s Italian Restaurant to enjoy one of his favorite starters: a flavorful, four-ingredient salad.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • A plate of baby corn

    The Simple Way To Turn Canned Baby Corn Into A Crispy Bite-Sized Appetizer

    Canned baby corn may not sound like a hit appetizer on the surface, but with a little culinary magic it transforms into a delightfully crunchy dish to love.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • a plate of stuffed celery sticks, a chick-o-stick candy package, seven up chocolate bar wrapper, mallo cup package, and plate of round crackers over a tan background

    12 Vintage Snacks People Loved To Eat In The 1930s

    The Great Depression was undoubtedly a decade of hardship, but culinary traditions of thrift and resilience led to some iconic dishes, candy bars, and snacks.

    By Anais Aguilera 2 months ago Read More
  • Pieces of cheesecake with different toppings on ceramic plates and bowls of sauces over blue texture background.

    12 Toppings That Will Upgrade Any Basic Grocery Store Cheesecake

    Upgrade your premade frozen cheesecake with sauces, glazes, and toppings that will transform that store-bought dessert into a real showstopper.

    By Melanie Andrade 2 months ago Read More
  • Bratwurst sausages and a pretzel served with beer on a wooden platter

    How Beer Brats Became The Wisconsin Food Staple They Are Today

    Beer brats are a uniquely Wisconsin find: Simmered in hops and grilled to perfection, served on a bun with a variety of toppings, perfect for summer grilling.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Composite image of various Canadian foods arranged on wooden planks with flag

    Popular Canadian Foods Everyone Should Try At Least Once

    There are many tasty Canadian foods that would likely earn a following in the U.S. if more Americans knew about them. These Canadian dishes are worth a taste.

    By Brian Boone 2 months ago Read More
  • traditional Southern foods on a dinner plate

    The Once-Ubiquitous Southern Corn Dish That Has Disappeared From Menus

    Back in the day, the corn dish known as succotash was a staple in school cafeterias across the South. But just what is it, and where the heck did it go?

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of coconut on a sandy beach with a message written on it to look like an air  mail envelope

    The State Where A Post Office Will Send An Unwrapped Coconut Through The Mail

    Forget postcards! A post office in this state will actually provide you with a free coconut to mail home. All you have to do is pay for shipping.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • Several potatoes and onions on a wooden plate

    What Is A Poor Man's Meal And How Did It Get Its Unpleasant Name?

    A poor man’s meal may not sound or taste particularly appetizing, but the old-school dish has a fascinating history, flavorful ingredients, and fervent fans.

    By Paige Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • A rack of BBQ goat ribs with a knife and bones in the background

    Why You Won't Find This Old-School Type Of Ribs At BBQs Anymore

    Barbecuing has been around a long time. In that time, the choicest types of ribs has greatly changed. In fact, it's difficult to even find this old school type.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Olive oil being drizzled over toasty pieces of bread.

    Why You Won't See Italians Dip Bread In Oil Before A Meal

    Dipping bread in olive oil has become a hallmark of Italian-American restaurant dining, but The Takeout asked an expert if this is real Italian tradition.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • overhead shot of bowl of mashed potatoes with ingredients used bordering it

    The Savory Irish Side Dish You Can Make With Leftover Mashed Potatoes

    If the Irish know how to cook anything, it's potatoes. If you have leftover spuds you don't know what to do with, whip up this Gaelic classic.

    By Haley McNamara 2 months ago Read More
  • pea soup, tuna salad, chicken and dumplings

    Foods Your Family Ate Growing Up You Never Learned To Like, According To The Takeout Staff

    Everyone else in the family loves these foods, but for whatever reason, they just don't sit right with The Takeout staff. #sorry,notsorry,grandma.

    By The Takeout Staff 2 months ago Read More
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