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  • Breakfast plate with sunny-side up eggs, toast triangles, bacon, and a bowl of corn flakes with a glass of orange juice

    Why Is Breakfast Called 'The Most Important Meal Of The Day?'

    You've probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but where did this idea originally come from?

    By Haley McNamara 6 months ago Read More
  • Wedge of cut blue cheese with knife on wood board

    How Blue Cheese Actually Gets Its Signature Color

    The colorful veins in your favorite Roquefort, Stilton, or Gorgonzola cheese do not happen by chance, it is a specific process that makes blue cheese blue.

    By Erica Martinez 6 months ago Read More
  • Hand flattening peanut butter cookie dough with fork

    Why Flattening Peanut Butter Cookies With A Fork Is A Crucial Step

    You may have thought that criss-cross pattern on the tops of peanut butter cookies was just for looks, but it actually serves a very important purpose.

    By Erica Martinez 6 months ago Read More
  • Members of the Jewish faith gathered in a synagogue

    What Does 'Sabbath Mode' Do On Your Oven Or Fridge?

    You might have come across the Sabbath mode feature on your fridge or oven. If you don't know what this setting does, we have a quick rundown for you.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 6 months ago Read More
  • A sign displaying the radiation symbol, in front of a barrel that has the same symbol on it.

    You Might Be Cooking With Irradiated Meat, But Don't Panic

    Raw meats can be irradiated, which is a process that is used to kill pathogens, but is safe for consumption, and marked with a label.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • Pile of jam-filled pączki on a wooden board

    What Makes Paczki Different From Donuts?

    Pączki look like sugar-coated jelly donuts, right up to the fruit jams that ooze out from their sides. So what makes these sweet treats different?

    By Erica Martinez 6 months ago Read More
  • A bagel split in half and smeared with cream cheese

    Why A Scooped Bagel Can Be Sacrilege For A New Yorker

    Some say that ordering your bagel scooped is a sure-fire way to prove you are not a New Yorker. But what is it, and why is it so controversial?

    By Kurt Suchman 6 months ago Read More
  • Rows of Korean Soju in different flavors on a store shelf

    Here's How To Drink Soju The Traditional Way

    From the right serving temperature to who pours it, there are several key Korean customs regarding soju if you want to drink it the traditional way.

    By Dylan Murray 6 months ago Read More
  • Picture of the front of the Costco store

    Try One Costco Self-Checkout Trick And You Could Get Banned

    Costco has been around for a long time, and some may have some shopping habits that don't align with the warehouse's new rules and penalties.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 6 months ago Read More
  • A Panda Express meal on a tray with a drink

    The Chinese Restaurant That Launched A Fast Food Empire

    Today, Panda Express is a huge fast food restaurant chain. But it all started with a family-run neighborhood Chinese restaurant in Pasadena, California.

    By Moriah House 6 months ago Read More
  • A slice of coffee cake with cinnamon and streusel served with coffee.

    Does Coffee Cake Actually Contain Any Coffee?

    Coffee cake is a sweet treat that countless Americans love to eat. While many people enjoy the cake, fewer can say whether it actually contains any coffee.

    By Iva Sorsa-Sunic 6 months ago Read More
  • A plate of British-style fish and chips

    What Kind Of Fish Is Even In UK Fish And Chips?

    Fried to golden perfection, fish and chips is one of the most famous British dishes. But what kind of fish do they traditionally use to make it?

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • A person using chopsticks to pick up sushi.

    You Really Shouldn't Order Sake With Sushi, Here's Why

    As two of Japan's most popular culinary exports, serving sushi with sake seems like a sensible choice. However, there's a good reason why you shouldn't do this.

    By Dylan Murray 6 months ago Read More
  • Jelly donut on white plate decorated like Mardi Gras

    Here's How Rising Egg Prices Could Impact Pączki Day

    Pączki Day is approaching and as anyone familiar with the Fat Tuesday celebration knows, it takes a lot of eggs to make it happen despite recent price hikes.

    By Erica Martinez 6 months ago Read More
  • A grinder, or submarine sandwich, cut in half to display a cross section

    Why The Definition Of A Grinder Sandwich Is So Hard To Nail Down

    Ever wonder what the difference between a grinder, a hoagie, and a sub is? It seems like everyone has a different definition. Here's why its up for debate.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • Whiskey being poured into a glass inside a dark bar.

    What Is The Most Expensive Bourbon Whiskey On The Market?

    A high-quality bourbon whiskey can have an expensive price tag, but this particular choice exceeds any amount you could possibly guess.

    By Dylan Murray 6 months ago Read More
  • two croissants on a plate next to a ramekin of jelly

    Why Hotels Call Their Morning Buffets Continental Breakfasts

    The moniker "continental," so often attached to meager or average hotel breakfast bars, was originally intended to appeal to a particular audience.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • pimento-stuffed green olives in a white bowl with brine

    Why Is Pimento The Go-To Stuffing For Olives?

    How is it that those little red slivers of pimento first found their way into pitted green olives? And how did they become the standard choice?

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • A martini in a glass with two skewered olives.

    Why The Three-Martini Lunch Faded Away

    While the liquid lunch was once a mainstay of business meetings in certain professions, there are a number of reasons why these boozy affairs are now history.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • Woman lays in bed eating sushi while watching TV

    Is It So Bad To Eat Dinner In Front Of The TV?

    So, eating a whole bag of chips during the opening credits might not be the way. But here's how dining in front of the tube really impacts your health.

    By Carla Vaisman 6 months ago Read More
  • Two Black couples enjoy a meal at a table laden with food

    Are Dinner And Supper The Same Thing?

    Once clearly defined terms for a specific meal, dinner and supper now mean different things to different parts of the country. So what do they really mean?

    By Carla Vaisman 6 months ago Read More
  • Senior couple walking in the woods

    Why Americans Are Taking 'Fart Walks' After Big Meals

    It's common to want to just sit around after a big meal, but some people have started taking walks with the express purpose of passing gas. Here's what to know.

    By Moriah House 6 months ago Read More
  • White House chef holding plate with steak and greens

    White House Chefs Have To Follow Some Very Strange Rules

    Preparing meals for the leader of the free world as a White House chef comes with a lot of pressure, along with some unusual rules and regulations.

    By Brian Boone 6 months ago Read More
  • An outstretched hand holding a bowl of

    Take A Cold Dive Into The History Of Hawaiian Shave Ice

    Cultures all around the world partake in the joy of syrup over shaved ice, and Hawaii is certainly no exception. Come explore the history of Hawaiian shave ice.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of donuts

    Why A Ship Captain From Maine Is Credited With Putting The Holes In Donuts

    Donuts have long existed, but they haven't always had holes. That now-ubiquitous invention can be attributed to the ingenuity of a ship captain from Maine.

    By Erica Martinez 6 months ago Read More
  • Person smiles while eating Italian food outside

    Regional Italian Foods Chefs Think Everyone Should Try

    Italian cuisine can be found pretty much everywhere, but if you're after something a little more authentic, you'll want to try these regional favorites.

    By Charlotte Pointing 6 months ago Read More
  • Plate of poutine on a colorful cloth with a blurred person on the background.

    The Origin And Evolution Of Canadian Poutine

    You probably know that poutines are a Canadian thing, but the history of the dish is a bit more complicated than that.

    By Carla Vaisman 6 months ago Read More
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