14 Foods Named After Places That They Didn't Originate From
Names can be deceiving. While the names of these dishes may imply they were created in one country, their histories are a little more complicated than that.
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This Tiny City In Florida Grows More Kumquats Than Anywhere Else In The US
You might not think about kumquats much except on the odd occasion when you eat one in season, but there's a spot in Florida that celebrates them in style.
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This Gargantuan 18-Wheeler In Texas Is The Largest BBQ Pit In The World
Leave it to Texas to produce the largest barbecue pit in the world, an 18-wheeler that gives back to its community with smoked meats.
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The Vintage Breakfast Drink Little Richard Loved Instead Of Coffee
Little Richard was a vegetarian for much of his life, but that wasn't the reason he started every morning with this versatile powdered drink.
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The Once-Popular Steak Restaurant That Went Bankrupt In The '80s
Back in the '80s, diners were ready and willing to drop some cash for a good steak dinner. However, this once-popular steak restaurant eventually went bankrupt.
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The Word 'Lobster' Is Built Upon The Crustacean's Creepy Appearance
Lobsters are known for their unappetizing, insect-like appearance. Find out how the buggy look inspired how the ancients came up with naming these crustaceans.
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Girl Scout Cookies Might Taste Different Depending On Where You Live
Girl Scout cookies might have different names — and different tastes — depending on where in the country you live. Here's the reason why.
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Who Owns Dr Pepper? Hint: It's Not Coke Or Pepsi
You might think that Dr Pepper is owned by the same company as Coke or Pepsi. However, you'd be wrong. It actually belongs to another mega-drink corporation.
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Dean Martin Couldn't Get Enough Of This Classic Italian Comfort Food
The Rat Pack may have been known primarily for their musical exploits, but the group knew how to eat. Dean Martin adored his grandma's soup.
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Twinkies Were Born To Fill The Annual Gap Left By A Classic Seasonal Dessert
Hostess originally created Twinkies as a clever way to fill the annual gap left by a classic seasonal dessert that it produced for only six weeks of the year.
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The Discontinued Oreo Cookie We Might Never See Again
When you think of peak childhood snacks, Oreos are usually at the top of mind. This one discontinued flavor from 2000, however, remains a relic of the past.
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Every Cereal Brand Owned By Kellogg's
If you're wondering which cereal brands operate under the Kellogg's umbrella beyond Corn Flakes, here is every cereal owned by the the food company.
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This Discontinued Cereal Is A Blast From The Past That '80s Kids Still Mourn At The Store
When it comes to nostalgia for the '80s, one particular stand-out is a sugary cereal based on one of the most iconic video games the world has ever known.
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There's A Simple (But Brilliant) Reason Culver's Burger Is Called A ButterBurger
Culver's is best known for their iconic ButterBurger, and this unique name was coined because of the dairy addition that is incorporated into every bun.
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The Beautiful Desserts That Look Like Fruits Have Been Around Longer Than You Might Think
There is a long tradition of bakers creating sweets that look like art, and trompe l'oeil desserts have existed long before they became trendy on TikTok.
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Cape Cod Turkey Is A Thrifty New England Classic With A Misleading Name
Cape Cod turkey is a unique spread that makes the most of what New England has to offer, food-wise. Here's the story behind this local favorite.
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7 Memorable Cereal Box Prizes From The '80s
Cereal box toys turned breakfast into a self-gifting opportunity. For folks who grew up during the 1980s, these items might bring back sweet memories.
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10 Vintage Chocolate Treats That Deserve A Comeback
If you have the ultimate sweet tooth, you should consider bringing back any of these once-popular, old-school desserts that are filled with chocolatey goodness.
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The Horrifying But Apparently Tasty Fudge Your Grandma Might Have Made
The ideal fudge is sweet and creamy, but one old-school ingredient trick to ensure a smooth result sounds horrifying, even if some swear by it.
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Julia Child's Hilarious Solution For Her Failed Dishes
Julia Child might be one of the most famous celebrity cooks to have graced television, but even she had failed dishes sometimes. She laughed about it.
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Why Vintage Recipes From The 1950s Used So Much Gelatin
The 1950s gave us some bewildering gelatin culinary creations, but to understand food trends means understanding them within their historical context.
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This Type Of Pancake Has Seemingly Vanished From Diner Menus
Diner menus are renowned for having a wide selection of food, including pancakes. However, this one type of pancake has seemingly banished from the list.
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The '90s Pizza Hut Menu Item That Went Toe-To-Toe With Little Caesars
In 1993, Pizza Hut and Little Caesars both introduced massive pizza concepts in a rivalry that, decades later, is still fondly remembered for its novelty.
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The Los Angeles Chili Bowl Chain You Won't Find Open Anymore
A Los Angeles chain that specialized in chili is long gone, but you can still spot some signs of its unique architecture in its former locations.
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The Gluten-Free Flour Created By Chefs At The French Laundry
Baking is a function of chemistry, which is why gluten-free baking can be so tricky to perfect. That was, until the French Laundry created this flour.
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How Ketchup And Mustard Became The Ultimate Duo
Though they originated abroad centuries ago, ketchup and mustard are two of the most popular condiments in the U.S. Here's how they became the ultimate duo.
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The Old-School Kitchen Appliance We Don't See People Use Anymore
Gadget fads come and go over time, but this particular ingenious kitchen appliance changed the way people at home were able to store and eat food forever.
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