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  • Cheez-It varieties on a store shelf

    The Time Cheez-Its Hid A Massive Supply In A Secret Bunker

    It seems that the team at Cheez-It wants to add some adventure to the snacking experience — one of its most famous marketing ploys involved a scavenger hunt.

    By Andrea Francese November 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • fruitcake sliced

    The World's Largest Fruitcake Weighs Almost 10,000 Pounds

    Yep, the world's largest fruitcake clocked in at 5 tons.

    By Kimberley Laws November 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • Hawaiian lei against beach backdrop

    The Hawaiian-Themed Restaurant That Also Serves Chick-Fil-A

    Many of us are familiar with Chick-fil-A. Even if that's the case, there's a big chance you have no idea about their tropical-themed location with a twist.

    By Mikala Lugen November 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Wendy's fries and drink

    The Tiny Burger Chain That Inspired The Creation Of Wendy's

    Wendy's has been around for decades, but it's possible it wouldn't exist today without this smaller, lesser-known predecessor. What's the story here?

    By Chase Shustack November 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Sonic food variety

    The Annual Employee Skating Competition That Crowns The Best Sonic Carhop

    A happy work environment is important for employees. Did you know Sonic Drive-In goes a step further by hosting a fun competition for its carhops each year?

    By Mikala Lugen November 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Fish and chips

    Why Long John Silver's Almost Didn't Survive Through Y2K

    Long John Silver's is a once-mighty fast-seafood restaurant chain. But did you know it had a fall from grace at the turn of the millennium? Here's the story.

    By Elias Nash November 21st, 2022 Read More
  • glass of bourbon with ice sits on barrel

    Why 1984 Is A Bourbon Collector's Favorite Year

    If you're a bourbon fan, you might have heard about this legendary year.

    By Stacie Adams November 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Chick-fil-A sandwiches

    How An Airline Food Disaster Led To Chick-Fil-A's Start

    You may think you know everything there is to know about chick-fil-A, but we bet you don't. Here's how an airline food disaster led to Chick-fil-A's beginning.

    By Chase Shustack November 20th, 2022 Read More
  • A cereal aisle

    The Ultimate Ranking Of 90s Breakfast Cereals

    Put on your favorite oversized plaid shirt, pop a mixtape in, and let's head back to the '90s for this ultimate ranking of '90s breakfast cereals.

    By Antonia Georgiou November 20th, 2022 Read More
  • Aldi interior

    Aldi Has Its Own 'Equator' Because Of A 1960s Controversy

    While many make think of the grocery chain Aldi as a single entity, that's not entirely true -- so what does all of this have to do with an "equator"?

    By Aimee Lamoureux November 20th, 2022 Read More
  • Bagels being taken out of the oven

    Lender's Created The First Frozen Bagels To Help Out Its Own Employees

    It started as a small shop, but Harry Lender's name and business would eventually become synonymous with frozen bagels. It happened sort of by accident.

    By Andrea Francese November 20th, 2022 Read More
  • wiener schnitzel with lemon slice

    Wiener Schnitzel's Ingredients Are Actually Defined By Law

    Many cultures have a dish that features meat that has been breaded and fried. But did you know there's only one that can legally be called Wiener Schnitzel?

    By Elias Nash November 19th, 2022 Read More
  • Crab rangoon fried wontons on plate

    The Simple Method You Can Use To Upgrade Your Crab Rangoon

    Here's how to make the perfect crab rangoon filling.

    By Elaina Friedman November 19th, 2022 Read More
  • Person holding a Twinkies package

    How A Teen's Threat To Boycott Twinkies Saved Its Iconic Mascot

    For a time, Hostess' mascot Twinkie the Kid disappeared from grocery stores and boxes alike -- until one 13-year-old fought for his return.

    By Brianna Corley November 19th, 2022 Read More
  • wrapped and broken Snickers bars

    Snickers Salad: Is It A Salad? Or Is It A Dessert?

    Snickers Salad? Whoa! Yes, you read that correctly. But is this candy bar-packed creation also named correctly?

    By Margaret McCormick November 19th, 2022 Read More
  • four cream puffs with powdered sugar

    The Mysterious History Of The Classic Cream Puff

    What's creamy, and puffy, and tasty all over? That's right — it's a cream puff. With origins in France, here's how the tasty treat gained international esteem.

    By Nick Johnson November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Ripe avocado cut to expose the pit

    The World's Most Popular Avocado Variety Is Named After A Mailman

    Hass avocados are one of the more popular varieties sold in the U.S. market, and the person who popularized them had a pretty unusual origin story.

    By Chris Day November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Person lifting pizza slice with fork

    How Gen Z Is Rewriting Thanksgiving Dinner With Pizza

    For decades, it seems that turkey with all the trimmings has reigned supreme as a Thanksgiving mainstay -- but one report suggests Gen Z is switching it up.

    By Matt Byrne November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Bagel Nook bagel

    Question Everything You Knew About Bagels With Vegas' Wild Flavors

    Forget everything you know about bagels. One restaurant in Vegas is wowing fans with wild flavors. Here's how one bagel restaurant has reinvented the wheel.

    By Jess Jeziorowski November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Mac and cheese in casserole skillet

    The Ancient Etymology Behind The Word 'Casserole'

    Casseroles have been around a lot longer than condensed soup or canned tuna. In fact, the origin of the word dates back hundreds of years ago.

    By Elaina Friedman November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Woodford Reserve shot glass bottle

    The Most Expensive Cocktail In Australia Is A $10,000 Classic

    Cocktails in big cities seem to keep getting more expensive, but one $10,000 cocktail in Australia makes those prices look like pocket change.

    By Nick Johnson November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Bowl of M&M's

    How The Military Played A Role In M&M's Early Days

    M&M's had a surprising military influence. Its creator saw a similar candy and decided to establish his own business creating convenient portable snacks.

    By Cynthia Anaya November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Assortment of fall flavor items

    These Non-Pumpkin Spice Autumn Flavors Will Take Your Fall To Another Dimension

    Pumpkin spice is one of the most popular autumn flavors but sometimes you just want something different. Try these flavors to kick up your fall this year.

    By Helena Nichols November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Person holding serving board and wine

    The Benefits Of Plating Meals On Serving Boards

    Tired of washing a mountain of dishes after your latest dinner party? If that's the case, a serving board might be the answer to your clean-up woes.

    By Heidi Chaya November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Inga tree

    This South American Bean Tastes Just Like Ice Cream

    Ice cream and beans might sound like they don't have much in common, but there is a bean native to South America that actually tastes like ice cream.

    By Michael La Corte November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • glass of soy milk

    How Henry Ford Played An Unlikely Role In The Success Of Soy Milk

    These days, soy milk is more the norm rather than the exception -- and we have a captain of industry to thank for soy milk's certified popularity in the U.S.

    By Aimee Lamoureux November 18th, 2022 Read More
  • Hell's Kitchen logo in front of restaurant

    Where Do Hell's Kitchen Contestants Stay During Filming?

    Where do the contestants of "Hell's Kitchen" spend their downtime? One would hope that they each have ample personal space to decompress during filming.

    By Kimberley Laws November 18th, 2022 Read More
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