The Ancient Roman History Of The Italian Sausage We Eat Today
Sausage has been around for eons, and one familiar Italian recipe that originated in ancient Rome has even stuck around, and is still popular today.
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The Origins Of Bubble Tea Are Steeped In Mystery
Have you ever wondered how bubble tea came to be? Read this article to learn how the ubiquitous beverage developed and what its promising future holds.
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The Rare Chilean White Strawberry You Should Thank
This rare white fruit is the parent to the modern-day strawberries we enjoy today. However, it's always been extremely rare and can only be found in Chile.
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The Contentious History Of Chop Suey
Chop suey's origins are shrouded in mystery, and its history in the U.S. certainly hasn't helped matters. Here's what we know about its contentious history.
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The Name 'Salad' Refers To Something You May Not Expect
Your first thought when it comes to salad probably centers on lettuce. But, it turns out the name "salad" comes from the last ingredient you'd expect.
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Grass Jelly Is A Refreshing Asian Dessert That Comes In A Can
Despite its name, this refreshing jelly doesn't taste like grass. Instead, it's known for its cooling properties and light taste of mint and licorice.
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Before Butter Boards, Colonial Americans Made Fairy Butter
Fairy butter, inspired by the fungus it resembled, was a staple in the 18th century. It's made from butter, egg yolk, sugar, and rose or orange water.
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The Contentious Industrial Origins Of Fish And Chips
Fish and chips has a storied and complicated history -- spanning from Portual to England to America. Here, we dive into the dish's rising popularity globally.
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The Humble Restaurant Origins Of The Frozen Pizza
Today, frozen pizza generates more than $6.6 billion a year, but it wasn't always a solution for weeknight dinners. Read about its humble restaurant origins.
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The Ancient Polynesian Origins Of Poke Bowls
Poke bowls are trending thanks to the fact that they're fresh, tasty, and healthy. They're now popular on the mainland, but the origins actually date way back.
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Why The NFL Always Has One Unexpected Food On The Sidelines
You'll see many things on the sideline during a game of NFL, but you might be surprised why you could see this particular food near the benches.
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The Wide World Of Foods And Drinks With Mr. And Mrs. In The Name
Ever wonder why some grocery items have Mr. or Mrs. in their title? Here, we dive into some drink and food history to answer that question for consumers.
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Despite Sounding Similar, Crab Cocktail And Shrimp Cocktail Are Very Different
While shrimp cocktail is arguably more common, at least in the United States, you might see both on appetizer lists or being passed around at parties.
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The Story Behind New Hampshire's Aptly Named Maple Hurricane Sauce
New Hampshire is the home of maple hurricane sauce, an inventive spin on classic maple syrup. Here's the story and history behind this aptly named sauce.
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How The Tangy Southern Condiment Chow-Chow Got Its Name
The French word for cabbage is "chou." Although it's pronounced more like "shoe," you get what happened here. But chow-chow is not just cabbage.
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Why Americans Have A Hard Time Understanding British 'Digestives'
The name might be part of the problem. Digestives -- despite the health-boosting character of their name -- are just simple cookies.
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We've Been Eating Pancakes And Syrup For Longer Than You May Have Thought
Pancakes and syrup weren't born yesterday! If you're a pancake lover, you might be fascinated by their origin. We've done a little homework for you. Enjoy!
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The Discontinued Pepsi Flavor We Aren't Getting Back Anytime Soon
The 2000s are a time many thirty-somethings long for, but there's one mid-2000s nostalgic beverage we shouldn't expect to pop up on store shelves again.
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The Ancient Egyptian Origins Of Pickling Food
Pickles are a fundamental element of many cuisines, but this method of preparing food has fascinating roots in ancient Egypt. Take a deep dive into its history.
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It Turns Out Ice Wine Was Invented Completely By Accident
Winemaking has been around for thousands of years. One of the most interesting origin stories claims that ice wine was created totally by accident.
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The Fascinating Story Of NASA's Space Station Tacos
Did you know that astronauts' favorite condiment is hot sauce? Here's how and why tacos became a staple of space cuisine.
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The Fascinating History Of Hamburger Helper
After more than 50 years, Hamburger Helper kits still connect with consumers who appreciate the convenience that made it such a fad. Here's how it got started.
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For The Most Authentic Version Of Birria, Lose The Taco Shells
In the United States, many people know birria as tacos that are dipped into broth, but for the most authentic version, tortillas aren't even required.
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The History Of Margarine Goes All The Way Back To Napoleon
Margarine has been around for a long time and has gone through several reinventions. Learn about the history of margarine and how it's tied to Napoleon.
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America's Largest Buffet Isn't Where You Would Think
Buffets are becoming a rarity, and the biggest buffet isn't where you might expect. No, it's not Las Vegas!
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The Invention Of Gummy Worms Is Not Nearly As Far Back As We Thought
The first gummy worms were introduced as Gummi Squiggles by the European Trolli brand in the 1980s. But why were gummy worms marketed specifically to Americans?
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The Unexpectedly Recent History Of Barbecue Ribs In America
Ever wonder how BBQ ribs became so popular in America? Well, a lot of its history has to do with Cincinnati, meat leftovers, and creative thinking!
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