Why India's Mango Pickle Should Be A Pantry Staple
One popular type of India condiment comes in the form of pickles, specifically mango pickles, which are a combination of spices, oil, and green mangoes.
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Egyptian Sweet Potato Carts Serve Dessert On-The-Go
Many cultures enjoy their sweet potatoes not just in a restaurant or at home, but to-go, in the form of roasted sweet potatoes.
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The Royal 17th Century Origins Of Korean Beef Tartare
Korean barbecue has made waves in the West, but the country also knows how to do things "á la tartare." Here are the royal origins of Korean beef tartare.
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The Small Canadian Town Known As The 'French Fry Capital Of The World'
Canada is famous for many things, but go ahead and add french fries to the likes of Mounties and maple syrup because one town is responsible for heaps of them.
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The Controversial History Of Oklahoma's Official State Meal
Pork, sausage, gravy, chicken-fried steak, and more... Oklahoma is one of the few states with an official state meal. Here's why it is controversial.
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The Dessert Debate Greece And Turkey Can't Seem To Settle
Greece and Turkey have a long and complicated history encompassing everything -- including their desserts. Here's the dessert debate they can't seem to settle.
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What Makes Hojicha Green Tea Unique
Hojicha is special in many ways — from how it's made to how it tastes and the benefits it provides. It may just be the perfect cozy indulgence you need.
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The Italian Soup That Was A Favorite Of Leonardo Da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci was theorizing about food long before health food was a movement. Here's the Italian soup that was a favorite of the famous polymath.
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French Cuisine's 5 Mother Sauces, Explained
French cuisine laid the foundations for fine dining across the world -- and it is all in the sauces. Here are French cuisine's five mother sauces, explained.
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How German Immigrants Brought Hot Dogs To The US
The true origins of the hot dog are linked with German immigrants, though the precursor to the hot dog goes back even further in human history.
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Queen Victoria Probably Never Ate Her 'Favorite Soup'
Windsor soup is known today by Britons across the nation as a rather disgusting Victoria-era soup but it turns out there are a few holes in that story.
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Explore South Africa With These 10 Wines
You might not think of South Africa when you think of wine, but this country produces far more than you might realize, and we're here to help you explore it.
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The California Town Danish Food Fans Won't Want To Miss
Many people dream of a trip to Europe, but international travel is just too expensive. For those interested in Denmark, there's a quaint alternative in SoCal.
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Susumaniello Is The Italian Wine Variety You're Likely Missing Out On
Susmaniello grapes hail from Italy's southern Salice Salento province and are one of the world's rarest varieties used to make wine, so grab a glass.
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The Turkish Ice Cream You Eat With A Fork And Knife
Hear ice cream, and many of us think bowl and spoon, not plate and fork. Here's all you need to know about the Turkish ice cream you eat with a fork and knife.
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The Lemon Drop Martini Was Invented At San Francisco's Original 'Fern Bar'
Sweet and citrusy, the lemon drop martini made its debut in San Francisco's original "fern bar." Here's how the drink (and bar) changed drinking culture.
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The 'Tender Heart' Chocolate Cake That Honors Italian Royalty
This pair of royalty were so beloved throughout Italy, that a decadent chocolate dessert was created and named in honor of them.
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Why Beluga Caviar Is Almost Impossible To Find In The US
The importation of Beluga caviar became illegal in the U.S. in 2005. However, there is an exception to this law.
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The Salted Fish That Plays A Valuable Role In Portuguese Cuisine
Used as the centerpiece in countless dishes and prepared in a myriad of ways, bacalhau is the salted fish that is vital to Portuguese cuisine.
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Canned Tuna Once Reigned Supreme In The US
For decades, tuna was the top-consumed fish in the United States. Here's why — and here's why all of that started to change after the late 1980s.
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Holland's Gouda Cheese Market Will Take You Back To The 14th Century
Though it has transformed in scope over the last few centuries, visiting this market will certainly make you feel as though you've been pulled back in time.
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The Economical Cooking Method Italians Favored During WWII
In a bid to save energy, one Italian woman has brought back a decades-old method that was favored during WWII. Here's how it's being put to use today.
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The Only Way You Should Be Adding Sugar To Turkish Coffee
Turkish coffee is unlike any other, in terms of what's in your cup to how it's heated. See why even sweetening up the brew must be done differently.
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18th Century 'Waffle Frolics' Featured A Delightfully Absurd Ritual
Waffle frolics were a thriving, popular event to hold and attend from the 18th century all the way until the 1960s when the tradition began to fade away.
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How Starbucks Inspired Coffee Chain %ARABICA
Coffee seller %Arabica took inspiration from Starbucks in more ways than one -- here's how it resembles (and differs from) the world's largest coffee chain.
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Why You Should Always Have A Container Of Dashi Soy Sauce In Your Pantry
Dashi soy sauce is a blend of ingredients that produces something that tastes like nothing else in your pantry. See why it's worth buying or making a bottle.
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The Tapioca Alcohol That's Served In The Himalayan Mountains
Tunglubuk chi, a Himalayan tapioca alcohol, has been around for centuries. Here's what makes this drink unique -- and why it could be disappearing.
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