Most Of The World's Sugar Beets Come From This Country
The oft-overlooked sugar beet accounts for much of the world's sugar. So let's look at the place in the world that produces most of them.
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Why The Banana Passionfruit Is Illegal In Some Places
The banana passionfruit is not a fruit you will easily stumble upon in the produce aisle of your local grocery store. In some places, it's not even legal.
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Why Salsa Is Officially Considered A Vegetable By The USDA
Remember the 1980s controversy over ketchup as a vegetable? Well, a lesser-known ruling by the USDA qualifies salsa as a vegetable in schools. Here's why.
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The Real Reason Cantaloupe Goes By Many Names
Cantaloupe varieties can differ in characteristics and taste while carrying quirky names such as spanspek, charentais, and rockmelon. Here's why.
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Bananas Foster Was Invented At This Famous New Orleans Restaurant
No visit to New Orleans would be complete without the decadent local dessert known as bananas Foster. Learn the history of this classic dessert.
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How Michelin-Starred Chef Arnaud Bignon Elevates Watermelon
It's' the time of year when monstrous slices of the red and green fruit become welcome guests at every poolside party, festival, picnic, and backyard barbecue.
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The Endearing Meaning Behind Calpico's Polka Dot Label
Calpico, a cloudy, non-carbonated milk beverage, was first made by businessman Kaiun Mishima. So what is the meaning behind its polka dot label?
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The Established Drinking Ritual For Yerba Mate
The point of this ritual is all about fostering community; It is, first and foremost, a deliberate, intimate social activity.
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How The Mold From The Irish Famine Decimates Potatoes
When those crops abruptly started to perish en masse in 1845, the effects were devastating. But what was the force that killed the crops in the first place?
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Most Of The World's Black Beans Come From This Country
One of the most remarkable and delicious crops indigenous people nurtured was the black bean. And most of the world's black beans come from this country.
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The Unsettling Connection Between Meat And Microplastic
People have been concerned about microplastics in our food supply for years, but a recent study might reveal just how much we're consuming in our meat.
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How Filipino Cuisine Uses Avocado As A Delicious Dessert
A popular Filipino avocado preparation technique has recently taken TikTok by storm -- let's uncover what this dessert is all about.
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Why Astrid Y Gastón Doesn't Have A Michelin Star
A Michelin star is the culinary world's highest honor. So why is Astrid y Gastón -- one of the world's most distinguished restaurants -- Michelin star-less?
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Why The Labels On Italian Wines Are So Important
You know the old saying: Never judge a book by its cover? Well, that doesn't apply to wine bottles. Here’s what to know about Italian wine labels.
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How 2 Inventions Allowed Nachos To Become A Ballpark Classic
Nachos, a simple tasty and satisfying snack that is so often found at ballparks, became an event staple thanks to two different inventions.
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How Early Italian Immigrants Used Cheese To Sneak Sausage Into The US
Soppressata is a type of salami made from lean cuts of pork, which can include the shoulder, loin, and ham scraps mixed with lard.
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Olive Oil's Many Uses Throughout History
Olive oil has long been used to enhance the pleasures of food. The signs of olive oil in cooking can be found as far back as the fifth century BCE.
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The Economical Origin Of The Canned Tuna Industry
The economic origins of canned tuna share the ups and downs of modern economics. It's actually thanks to another once popular fish that canned tuna exists.
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The Legendary Origins Of Tofu
Tofu is a staple for people who enjoy Asian cuisine, but where did it come from? There's a theory that can't be proven, but it's interesting nonetheless.
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14 Ways To Devour The Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley is a New York gem, with a plethora of ways to taste everything the region has to offer.
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How Italian Wine Differs By Geographical Region
Wine has been produced in every region of Italy for hundreds if not thousands of years, and each region has its signature Italian grape varietals and style.
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Grapefruit Was Once Called The 'Forbidden Fruit'
The first European to record a description of the grapefruit, naturalist Griffith Hughes bestowed upon it the sinister name 'forbidden fruit.' But why?
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The Complicated History Of The Pavlova
The complicated history of the pavlova may be even more complex than originally thought. The pavlova can trace its sweet origins to several places.
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How The Super Bowl Helped Guacamole Find Its Footing In The US
For decades, guacamole struggled to find a stable footing with the average American consumer. In fact, it was until the 1992 Guacamole Bowl that things changed.
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The Signature Nordstrom Cocktail That Took Over Social Media
Shopping and drinking are not activities usually done at the same time. But, a new bar at Nordstrom is giving shoppers a little extra pep in their step.
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The Risky Old School Method For Canning Fried Chicken
Canning meat safely is a delicate process ... today. The 1920s, however, saw a risky old school method for canning an entire fried chicken.
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Remember When Belgians Were Asked To Eat Twice As Many French Fries?
In 2020, citizens of Belgium were called upon to double their fry intake. Here’s why they were asked to eat more French fries.
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