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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Hilarious Reason Starbucks Stopped Providing Newspapers
A nice sip of coffee while reading a newspaper is the quintessential cafe experience -- but in 2019, Starbucks made the decision to nix newspapers. Why?
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How Soy Milk Shook Its Bad Reputation In The 1990s
While we now have a bevy of plant-based milk options to choose from, it's fair to say that soy milk is the true OG of the bunch -- and it survived some bad PR.
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It Turns Out Swedish Meatballs Aren't Actually From Sweden
This may come as a complete shock, so brace yourself, but, Swedish Meatballs aren't actually from Sweden. So, you ask, where did this dish originate?
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How The Lime Rickey Mocktail Surged In Popularity During Prohibition
If you've ever sipped a tasty drink and wondered how it came to be, you should know about how the lime rickey mocktail surged in popularity during Prohibition.
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The Requirements Wendy's Founder Had For The Original Frosty
The Frosty might be one of Wendy's most iconic menu items -- and it has a fascinating origin story to match its iconic status as a fan favorite.
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The Origins Of Celery Soda Have An Interesting Medical Connection
Celery and soda? Not your usual combination, but this herbaceous soda is nowhere near new. Here's how celery soda was used as medication in the past.
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Buffalo, New York Prides Itself On Smelling Like Cheerios
Here's why Buffalo famously smells like Cheerios.
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The British City Where The First Chocolate Bar Was Invented
The iconic chocolate bar is a favorite treat for many throughout the world. Read on to learn about the British city where the first chocolate bar was invented.
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How Thin You Should Make Wiener Schnitzel
As far as Austrian cuisine goes, Wiener schnitzel is pretty much the ultimate dish. If you want to make it as authentic as possible, you have to get this right.
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Daily Meal Asks: Which Is Your Go-To Type Of Cookie?
Chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar — there's a cookie type for every taste. In a survey, Daily Meal asked 567 people what their favorite cookie is.
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What Even Is A New York Knish?
If you've never heard of the doughy pastry before, you may be wondering, what even is a knish? Moreover, what is a New York knish and can you get one elsewhere?
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Bavi: The Southwestern Superfood You Should Know About
If you have any interest in the culinary practices of indigenous Americans, read up on bavi, the Southwestern superfood you should know about.
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What's The Real Difference Between A Bloody Mary And A Bloody Caesar?
Have you ever wondered about the difference between the Bloody Mary cocktail and Bloody Caesar cocktail? There is one ingredient that stands between the two.
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Pulque: The Ancient Mesoamerican Beverage Made From Agave
If you're a fan of tequila and mezcal you're going to want to get to know pulque, the ancient Mesoamerican beverage made from agave.
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What Makes Cincinnati Scrapple Different From Philadelphia Scrapple
Have you ever eaten scrapple before? If you are from Cincinnati or Philadelphia, chances are you have, but the dish does differ between the cities.
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How World War II Caused A Spike In Popularity For Grilled Cheese
If you're a history buff as well as a foodie you'll want to learn how World War II caused a spike in popularity for grilled cheese.
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How Did Friendsgiving Get Its Start?
While Thanksgiving is usually spent with family and relatives, some celebrate Friendsgiving, which is spent with your friends. But how did it start?
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The Origins Of The Infamous Bloody Mary
The Bloody Mary is one of the most popular brunch cocktails. But where does the Bloody Mary come from? And what gave the cocktail its chosen name?
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The Unusual Reason Drinking Vinegar Became So Popular
If you're someone who enjoys the tangy taste of a sour beverage, then you'll want to know about the unusual reason drinking vinegar became so popular.
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10 Cereals You Won't Believe Are 20 Years Old
Cereal and Saturday mornings go hand-in-hand. While new varieties are always coming out, here are 10 that have stood the test of time and lasted over 20 years.
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Controversial Ways People Use Ketchup
People use ketchup in myriad ways but there are certain uses of the famous table condiment that may surprise, illuminate, and in some cases, stir controversy.
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