The Delectable Charentais Melon Is Revered By A Small French Town
If you come across a giant sculpture of a melon on the A7 highway in the south of France, you've likely found the hometown of the Charentais melon.
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How Did The Ohio Pasta Dish Johnny Marzetti Get Its Name?
If you're not from the Buckeye State, you may be wondering what a Johnny Marzetti is. And more importantly, how did this Ohio pasta dish get its name?
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How Skittles Tried (And Failed) To Save Its Now Discontinued Bubble Gum
This fruity chewing gum didn't receive quite the reception Skittles was expecting and with dwindling sales the brand sought to amp up the flavor.
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How McDonald's Was Able To Afford Selling A Lobster Roll
It's not every day that you see premium seafood on a fast food menu, and there's a good reason why McDonald's was able to afford selling a lobster roll.
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Hawaiian Punch Unexpectedly Originated As An Ice Cream Topping
Hawaiian Punch was all the rage in the 1950s, and it remains an iconic brand and drink even today. But did you know it originated as an ice cream topping?
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The Ancient Babylonian Beginnings Of Salad Dressings
Salad dressing has been around for thousands of years, dating back to its origins in ancient Babylon. Here's all you need to know about it about this condiment.
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We Finally Know How Bubble Gum Got Its Iconic Pink Color
Bubblegum and the color pink go hand-in-hand and we have one man to thank for that association. Funnily enough, we have an accountant to thank for that.
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The Unknown Origins Of Chimichurri Sauce
Argentinian beef is so packed with flavor that it needs no adornment. But when a little extra boost is desired, there's one condiment to use: chimichurri.
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The Discontinued String Candy That '90s Kids Miss Playing With
The '90s featured every type of snack you can think of. A lot of the market consisted of fruit-flavored candies. Do you remember this discontinued favorite?
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For Better Or For Worse, Gastrodiplomacy Is Changing The Way We Eat
Gastrodiplomacy is when a government uses food to teach other nations about the value their country brings to the world. Here's how it changes what we eat.
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The Unexpectedly Risqué Origins Of Puttanesca Sauce
Puttanesca stems from the Italian word for "prostitute," but the sauce's origin is up for debate. Is it simply a coincidence or does it have a sordid past?
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Ben & Jerry's Discontinued Tennessee Mud Flavor Had A Short Run
While it might sound like a hit, this Ben & Jerry's flavor sadly retired to the flavor graveyard, but what led to its demise? And will it ever come back?
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The Meat Controversy That Nearly Ended Canned Food Forever
Canned food has become ingrained into our society, and for a number of good reasons. However, a meat controversy once nearly ended the industry forever.
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The Antigua Black Pineapple Is Said To Be The Sweetest In The World
This unique pineapple variety is hard to get your hands on, but once you do, you may never go back. Read all about this sweet fruit grown on Antigua.
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Waffle Crisp's Return After Being Discontinued Is Proof That Petitions Work
The fans have spoken...and the opposite side listened? Waffle Crisp's return after initially being discontinued is proof that petitions can work.
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Barbecues Have Been A Pivotal July 4 Tradition Since The Very Beginning
Independence Day is the most popular occasion for grilling in the U.S., and it turns out barbecues have been a pivotal July 4 tradition from the very beginning.
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Here's How Cracker Barrel's Menu Has Changed Since 1969
From folksy, handwritten menus with limited dishes to printed menus with proper grammar and plenty of items, here's how Cracker Barrel's menu has changed.
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How The Sweet Southern Pig Pickin' Cake Got Its Uncanny Name
The words "pig" and "cake" are an unexpected combination, but this is not a cake made with pork. Here's where the sweet Southern Pig Pickin' Cake got its name.
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The Unique Sporting History Behind The UK's Tottenham Cake
The story of how a Quaker, mulberries, a North London town, and its first soccer trophy came together to make history for a peculiar sponge cake delight.
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Opening Your Canned Soda With A Pull Tab Used To Be A Risky Business
The evolution of food and drink containers has been interesting to watch. If you've ever tried opening an old beverage can, you know how dangerous it could be.
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Before Whisks, We Used Branches To Make Fluffy Whipped Cream
The whisk seems like an obvious invention, but it only appeared relatively recently. And before whisks, we used branches to make fluffy whipped cream.
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Baltimore's Historic Peach Cake Has Rather Mysterious German Origins
Baltimore's historic peach cake is a classic dessert with German origins, although exactly when and by whom it was invented is rather mysterious.
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The Competitive Origin Of Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
The story of the pineapple upside-down cake is as tasty and juicy as the dish itself. Let's look at its history (preferably with one baking in the oven).
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The Depression-Era Cake That Unexpectedly Features Canned Tomato Soup
Many desserts include ingredients that might seem novel but are actually tasty, like the Depression-era cake that unexpectedly features canned tomato soup.
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The Resourceful Origins Of The First Smash Burger
Are you tired of ordering decadent burgers that are impossible to fit in your mouth? So were the creators of the smash burger in this epic tale of its origins.
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The Snapple Mint Tea Flavor We Really Wish Wasn't Discontinued
Snapple has an abundance of flavored iced teas, but there's one deliciously minty variety people would like to see return to store shelves.
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Why Canned Pineapple Is Your Best Bet For Upside-Down Cake
Many people choose to use fresh fruits and vegetables over the processed stuff, but there's a reason canned pineapple is preferred for upside-down cake.
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