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  • tartar sauce with dill lemon

    What's Actually In Tartar Sauce?

    You can find tartar sauce sitting comfortably next to any fried seafood you desire. Just what is in this miracle sauce that's good for more than just seafood?

    By Garth Clingingsmith December 26th, 2022 Read More
  • Cinnamon Toast Crunch with milk

    The Top 12 '80s Breakfast Cereals, Ranked

    Get yourself ready for a balanced breakfast and take a look back to the time of leg warmers, aerobics, and the Smurfs with this list of cereals from the '80s.

    By Brian Boone December 25th, 2022 Read More
  • Applebee's To Go bag with food and drinks

    Applebee's Used To Have A Way More Whimsical Name

    If you're someone who likes "eatin' good in the neighborhood," you might be delighted to learn that Applebee's used to have a way more whimsical name.

    By Nico Danilovich December 24th, 2022 Read More
  • bone broth with bones

    The Record-Breaking 2,400-Year-Old Soup Found Inside A Chinese Tomb

    If you're a big fan of your mother's vegetable or potato soup, it probably won't come as much of a surprise that soup has been popular for millennia.

    By Nick Johnson December 24th, 2022 Read More
  • Hen and chicks

    What The Heck Were The 'Chicken Of Tomorrow' Contests?

    It's only been in the last century that chicken has become cheap enough to make an everyday meal. All that changed with the Chicken of Tomorrow contests.

    By Chase Shustack December 24th, 2022 Read More
  • Broken Hershey's chocolate bars unwrapped

    The Time Hershey's Chocolate Went To The Moon

    If you've ever wondered what sweets astronauts eat besides ice cream up in space, you should know about the time Hershey's chocolate went to the Moon.

    By Nico Danilovich December 24th, 2022 Read More
  • road sign welcoming drivers to Kentucky

    Kentucky's Official State Soda Has A Secret Message

    Kentucky is one of the few states to have an official soda: Ale-8-One, a mix of ginger and citrus. Find out how this drink got its unique name.

    By Stacie Adams December 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • Good Humor ice cream truck

    The Nostalgic Origins Of The First Ever Ice Cream Truck Jingle

    Ice cream trucks and their iconic music have become a staple of most summer afternoons. But where did the ice cream truck jingle originate from?

    By Brian Boone December 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • Interior of a supermarket

    What English Grocery Lists Actually Looked Like In The 1600s

    Have you ever wondered how people got their food or what grocery lists looked like centuries ago? Apparently, they're quite similar to how ours look today.

    By Chase Shustack December 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • Tin can dividing popcorn flavors

    The Fascinating History Of Gourmet Popcorn Tins

    Sure, you might have received them in the past or bought a few yourself, but you should really know the fascinating history of gourmet popcorn tins.

    By Nico Danilovich December 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • Tarte Tatin with apples

    The Accidental Invention Of France's Famous Tarte Tatin

    Many desserts have histories that are nearly as rich as the dishes themselves. To wit: This is the accidental invention of France's famous tarte Tatin.

    By Elias Nash December 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • Glass of whiskey inside oak barrel next to still

    How America's Oldest Distilleries Survived Through Prohibition

    Before you take another sip of your favorite alcoholic beverage, you should learn about how America's oldest distilleries survived through Prohibition.

    By Nico Danilovich December 22nd, 2022 Read More
  • Cornell Chicken on grill

    Facts You Should Know About Cornell Chicken

    Cornell Chicken — have you heard of it? Learn everything there is to know about the iconic American dish, as well as the man behind it, Robert C. Baker.

    By Michael R. Stridsberg December 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Mug holding goldenrod herb tea

    Here's What Was In 'Liberty Tea', The American Revolution's Tea Substitute

    Throughout history, human beings have had to get creative with their drinks. Here's what was in 'Liberty Tea', the American Revolution's tea substitute.

    By Nico Danilovich December 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Lebanon bologna sandwich

    Why Bologna From One Pennsylvania Town Is Unlike Any Other Variety

    Bologna has been a staple in many school lunches and cafeterias for decades. But there's a different type of bologna that comes from Pennsylvania.

    By Haldan Kirsch December 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Hands holding trail mix

    The First Mention Of Trail Mix Appeared In A 1906 Camping Guide

    Trail mix dates back further than you might think. In fact, it was first mentioned in a 1910 camping guide. Here's what trail mix was originally made of.

    By Crystal Antonace December 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Blueberry muffins lining wooden plank

    How The American Muffin Has Morphed Over The Years

    So many delicious treats have storied histories. Here is how the American muffin has morphed over the years, from its humble roots to its national celebration.

    By Nico Danilovich December 21st, 2022 Read More
  • Pop rocks candy

    What Really Happens If You Mix Pop Rocks And Soda

    As a kid, you probably heard that a kid from some cereal commercials died eating Pop Rocks and drinking soda. He didn't, but what really happens if you do?

    By Chase Shustack December 20th, 2022 Read More
  • Baby back ribs rack on plate

    The Story Behind Chili's Famous 'Baby Back Ribs' Jingle

    Love it or loathe it, the infamous "Chili's Baby Back Ribs" jingle has been around for decades -- and the history of how the song came to be has a big twist.

    By Steven Thrash December 20th, 2022 Read More
  • Martini with olives

    13 Facts To Master For Ordering A Martini The Right Way

    There's a martini style that will please everyone's palate, and you can enjoy your favorite exactly how you want it -- as long as you know how to order it.

    By Wendy Hector December 20th, 2022 Read More
  • Deviled eggs with sauces

    The Ancient Roman History Of The Deviled Egg

    Deviled eggs may seem like a fairly simple dish, but their history is long and complex. Here's the complete ancient Roman history of the deviled egg.

    By Hannah Rice December 19th, 2022 Read More
  • Person reading Haggadah

    The Only Substitution You Need For The Fluffiest Kosher Pancakes

    Many Jewish holidays are arguably centered on celebrating through food, and this delicious and kosher-for-Passover pancake recipe is perfect for doing that too.

    By Elaina Friedman December 19th, 2022 Read More
  • Dunkin' cup on orange and purple background

    Dunkin' Used To Be Called Something Completely Different

    Dunkin' may have removed "Donuts" from its name a few years ago, but did you know that when Dunkin' first opened, it had a different name altogether?

    By Brianna Corley December 19th, 2022 Read More
  • Closeup of Kit Kat bar

    The Reason British Kit Kats Taste Better Than America's

    Different countries have different ideas about what makes a dessert delicious, but do you know the reason the British KitK ats taste better than America's?

    By Gregory Lovvorn December 19th, 2022 Read More
  • pints of baskin-robbins

    The Eccentric Baskin-Robbins Flavors That Never Got To Stores

    Baskin-Robbins is known for its creative and eccentric flavors, but now all flavors make it to stores. Here are a few you might not have heard of.

    By Garth Clingingsmith December 19th, 2022 Read More
  • bar bottle display

    Liqueur Vs Spirits: The Key Difference Explained

    One of the most puzzling conundrums for a novice is knowing the difference between spirits and liqueurs. What is the difference between the two?

    By Chandler Phillips December 19th, 2022 Read More
  • The Cheesecake Factory cheesecake display

    The Controversial Origins Of The Cheesecake Factory's Brown Bread

    The Cheesecake Factory remains a popular choice among dessert lovers and foodies, but are you aware of the controversy behind its famous brown bread?

    By Stacie Adams December 18th, 2022 Read More
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