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  • Confetti candy from Sulmona Italy

    This Italian Town Is Home To One Of The Country's Most Iconic Candies

    These sweet treats often handed out at Italian weddings have a fascinating history, and they are more deeply symbolic than you might expect a candy to be.

    By Wendy Leigh 6 months ago Read More
  • Colonial looking man drinking beer and eating a sandwich

    What Did The Founding Fathers Do In Their Spare Time? A Whole Lot Of Beer Brewing, Apparently

    The founding fathers weren't always drafting documents and wearing wigs. In their spare time, they actually did a whole lot of beer brewing.

    By Michelle Welsch 6 months ago Read More
  • collage of retro dishes on blue and yellow background

    11 Retro Cooking Techniques You've Probably Forgotten About

    Some cooking methods have stood the test of time, while others have not. We're reminiscing on these retro cooking techniques that you may have forgotten about.

    By Charlotte Pointing 6 months ago Read More
  • Sliced Altamura bread and knife on cutting board

    This Protected Italian Bread Can Only Be Made With Ingredients From Puglia

    Italian bakers who make this nutty, slightly sour bread that's been around since Ancient Rome have to meet exacting standards to earn a DOP designation.

    By Jen Peng 6 months ago Read More
  • 2 slices of hand-cut bread with smooth peanut butter spread on them

    This Sugary Peanut Butter Spread Was A Snack Staple Of The '70s

    There were a lot of new foods introduced in the 1970s as industrialization took off as part of food production, but this one spread brings back mixed memories.

    By Holly Tishfield 6 months ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra

    The Comforting Italian Dish That Frank Sinatra Often Ordered

    Frank Sinatra was a lover of good food, particularly steaks and Italian dishes. There's one fried dish that he particularly loved from a certain NYC restaurant.

    By Jen Peng 6 months ago Read More
  • Pork roll, egg, and cheese on a kaiser roll

    What Is Pork Roll And Why Is It (Basically) Only Found In New Jersey

    No matter if you call it Taylor Ham or Pork Roll, this breakfast staple holds a special place in the Garden State. Here's everything you need to know.

    By Neala Broderick 6 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of a classic cheeseburger and french fries on a plate

    Did Denver Really Invent The Cheeseburger? The Humpty Dumpty Drive-In Thought So

    If you've ever heard that the cheeseburger began in Denver, Colorado, then here's what you ought to know about the restaurant supposedly behind the recipe.

    By Allie Sivak 6 months ago Read More
  • Black and white portrait of Oscar Wilde with hat and cape

    The Glowing Neon Booze With Psychoactive Chemicals Oscar Wilde Loved

    Many writers are known for their favorite drink. Oscar Wilde's drink of choice not only influenced many writers, but was once associated with hallucinations.

    By Ian Fortey 6 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain smiles on the street

    The Unique Butte, Montana, Restaurant That Earned A Shout-Out From Anthony Bourdain

    If you're hoping to follow Anthony Bourdain's globetrotting adventures, visit this Montana restaurant for a historic treat.

    By Deb Kavis 6 months ago Read More
  • Person grilling shrimp and corn on a barbecue grill

    No, Australians Don't Really Say 'Shrimp On The Barbie.' Here's Where The Saying Comes From

    You have one of Australia's most famous actors to thank for making you believe that his countrymen use American terminology when tossing shrimp on the grill.

    By Daraisha Cosby 6 months ago Read More
  • Thick spicy hot chocolate

    Why This Tribe In Panama Drinks Dozens Of Cups Of Hot Chocolate Every Week

    Drinking cocoa is important for many people around the world. For the Kuna Indians in Panama, there is a reason why they drink so much hot chocolate every week.

    By Wendy Leigh 6 months ago Read More
  • bowls of different types of candy

    This Beloved Hard Candy Takes Its Name From A Friendly Colorado Ice Cream Store

    One of the most beloved hard candies out there got its start as a small family-owned ice cream shop in Colorado. Now, it's a worldwide sensation.

    By Ian Fortey 6 months ago Read More
  • Martini with olives near the edge of a table

    Which Came First: The Martini Or The Martini Glass?

    While you might assume the martini glass was created specifically for the eponymous beverage, one is actually 40 years older than the other.

    By Persy House 6 months ago Read More
  • Princess Diana wearing a hat

    Princess Diana Requested This Meal Multiple Times A Week

    According to her royal chef, the late Princess Diana requested one particular meal several times a week. Find out what it was and how it was prepared.

    By Shaunee Flowers 6 months ago Read More
  • Grey pavement with

    The Beloved Fast Food Chain Behind The Invention Of The Modern Drive-Thru

    It's hard to imagine a time when fast food restaurants didn't have drive-thru windows, but before this burger joint invented them, times were much different.

    By Shaunee Flowers 6 months ago Read More
  • Jawbreakers with multicolored speckles

    The History Of Jawbreaker Candy And Why It Became So Popular

    Many of us have happy childhood memories of enjoying long-lasting jawbreakers. Here's the history of the beloved candy and how it became so popular.

    By Zoë Lourey-Christianson 6 months ago Read More
  • Composite image featuring three vintage cakes

    10 Bizarre Vintage Cakes Nobody Eats Anymore

    Cake itself will always be a go-to, staple dessert, but that doesn't mean there haven't been some bizarre cake recipes that couldn't stand the test of time.

    By Vanessa Barron 6 months ago Read More
  • cans of coke, diet coke, and sprite

    Here's How Diet Coke Got Its Name

    One of the fascinating facts you may not know about Coca-Cola is that Diet Coke's name was one of the trickiest parts of the invention process.

    By Courtney Iseman 6 months ago Read More
  • the white house under blue sky with clouds

    The First Lady Who Ended The White House's Era Of Dull Dinners

    Throughout U.S. history, what's cooking in the White House kitchen has been of public interest. This First Lady ended the White House’s era of dull dinners.

    By Kerry Hayes 6 months ago Read More
  • bowl of Southern chicken and dumplings

    How Southern Chicken And Dumplings Became So Popular In The US

    Southern chicken and dumplings is a silky, hearty comfort food beloved by people all over the country. Here's how it became so popular in the U.S.

    By Deb Kavis 6 months ago Read More
  • Laura Lady on Shark Tank with FryAway product presentation in the background

    Here's What To Know About FryAway From Shark Tank

    Remember FryAway, the business that appeared on Shark Tank with a neat way to dispose of cooking oil? We look at what followed for them after facing The Sharks.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 6 months ago Read More
  • collage of several featured cookbooks

    These 19 Cookbooks Celebrate Black Culinary Traditions For Juneteenth And Beyond

    Prepare an epic Juneteenth feast as we celebrate Black culinary culture with top-rated cookbooks from Black chefs, restauranteurs, and foodies.

    By Emily Hunt 6 months ago Read More
  • woman eating spaghetti surrounded by cookbooks in the '60s

    The Old-School Rice Cookbook From The '60s That Had Some Questionable Recipes

    The 1960s were quite the time in the world of food (remember Jell-O salads), and there's one old-school rice cookbook that had some pretty questionable recipes.

    By Julia Holland 6 months ago Read More
  • Shelves of sourdough bread

    This California Carb Capital Has A Law About How You Carry Bread In Public

    While you probably won't get fined for exposing your (sourdough) buns during a stroll in this iconic city, there is a law requiring you to keep them covered.

    By Nathan Legare 6 months ago Read More
  • Someone dipping a fry in a bowl of fry sauce

    The Regional Fast Food Chain Behind Utah's Most Important Sauce

    Known as the Beehive State, Utah is the birthplace of a buzzworthy sauce. An iconic concoction that remains popular today, it's historically tied to this chain.

    By Holly Tishfield 6 months ago Read More
  • A TaDah falafel street wrap with spicy brown sugar harissa sliced in half and displayed next to the packaging

    Here's What To Know About TaDah Foods From Shark Tank

    Did you ever wonder what happened to TaDah Foods after that "Shark Tank" appearance? Here's all you need to know about the frozen falafel brand.

    By Zoë Lourey-Christianson 6 months ago Read More
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