What Panera Was First Called
Since it was founded in 1987, Panera has garnered a unique reputation in the world of fast-casual dining. But for a time, it wasn't named Panera at all.
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Is There Actually Salt Water In Salt Water Taffy?
Sometimes, names and titles can be deceiving. But with salt water taffy, the history behind it explains how it was named and where the name came from.
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The Surprising Reason Bubble Tea Is Called Boba
Boba tea might be pretty ubiquitous in the U.S. nowadays, but there's a fair chance you don't know its origin story -- or even how it got its name.
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What's The Difference Between Calzone And Stromboli?
Featuring bread, meat, and cheese, the calzone and the stromboli may look similar. But the subtle differences lie within its ingredients and preparation.
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The Ingredient That Makes French Vanilla Different From Regular Vanilla
The biggest factor that distinguishes French vanilla from other vanilla flavors has everything to do with ... eggs? Yes, you read that correctly.
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Why The Wendy's Founder Regrets The Name
Wendy's founder Dave Thomas named his famous fast food franchise after his beloved daughter -- but he never foresaw that he'd come to regret it.
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What's The Difference Between Chop Suey And Chow Mein?
In the U.S., you'd be hard-pressed to find a Chinese takeout menu without chop suey or chow mein. But were they created with the American palate in mind?
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The One Time Burger King Had Roast Beef
Wendy's might've once asked Burger King "Where's the Beef?" But now it's our turn to ask: Whatever became of BK's short-lived roast beef sandwich?
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What Was The World's First Ice Cream Flavor?
Like death and taxes, it seems like ice cream has always been around as a classic favorite treat, and always will be. But even ice cream has an origin story.
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How Caesar Salad Really Got Its Name
Many think Caesar salad got its name from a Roman emperor or an American actor. But the real story involves speakeasies, crazy nights, and culinary creations.
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Do Pickles And Pickleball Have Any Real Connection?
The sport known as pickleball went on the rise, popularity-wise, during the COVID-19 pandemic -- but does the game have anything to do with actual pickles?
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What's The Difference Between Lox And Smoked Salmon?
You might assume your order of bagel and schmear is always topped with lox. But is it? And what's the difference between lox and smoked salmon anyway?
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The Quaker Oats Scandal You've Probably Never Heard Of
Quaker Oats and its smiling, apple-cheeked mascot have been on grocery shelves for decades. But does the smiling man on the Quaker Oats label hold a secret?
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The McDonald's Fries Scandal You've Forgotten About
McDonald's French fries might be one of the most popular sides for Americans who eat fast food. But for years, this menu item was plagued with controversy.
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The Reason Challah Is Round For Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah is a time for celebration, which includes making a special type of challah. Do you know the origin of its different shapes?
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30 Discontinued Breakfast Cereals We Wish They'd Bring Back
Sugary cereal from our youth brings back all kinds of memories. That's just one of the reasons we wish these discontinued cereals would return to store shelves.
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How Much A Dozen Eggs Cost The Year You Were Born
An egg can be cooked in dozens, if not hundreds, of different preparations, and just like any other commodity, the price has really fluctuated over the years.
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The Most Popular Candy That Debuted The Year You Were Born
The treat you loved most as a child very well could depend on the most popular candy that debuted the year you were born, so we tracked all those sweets down.
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What Is Scrapple And What Does It Taste Like?
Scrapple, a traditional rural American food of the Mid-Atlantic states, takes food that would otherwise go to waste and turns it into something delicious.
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Take A Peek At These 15 Fun Facts About Peeps
For some, Peeps signal that spring is here, and no Easter basket is complete without a Peeps chick or bunny. But how much do you really know about the treats?
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If You Grew Up In The 1970s, You'll Definitely Remember These Foods
The 1970s was a fascinating era to grow up in, and if you happened to spend your formative years during it, we bet you remember these 15 foods.
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16 Things You Didn't Know About Animal Crackers
Those little boxes of animal crackers have been an essential part of childhood for generations, but did you ever really stop to think about them?
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