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  • Outdoor cafe with a yellow saucer and cup of espresso next to a small glass of sparkling water

    Why Italians Serve Espresso With Sparkling Water - And Why You Should Too

    The first time you received sparkling water with an espresso in an Italian cafe, you may have been confused. However, this combo actually makes perfect sense.

    By ZoĆ« Lourey-Christianson 10 months ago Read More
  • Pieces of crushed dark chocolate

    The Simple Reason Dark Chocolate Is More Expensive Than Milk Chocolate

    Fans of the sweet treat know that dark chocolate has always been more expensive than milk chocolate, which may seem confusing as it has less ingredients.

    By Holly Tishfield 10 months ago Read More
  • Sticks of gum on pink background

    Everything You'll Ever Need To Know About Chewing Gum

    Chewing gum has a fascinating and storied history. Here is everything you need to know about how chewing gum became what it is today.

    By Anna Kot 10 months ago Read More
  • Snack cakes piled high in a grocery store

    The Oldest American Snack Cake Is Still On The Shelves Today

    Snack cakes make for the perfect lunchbox stuffer or an after-work snack. Over 100 years after it was created, you can still enjoy the oldest snack cake today.

    By James Andersen 10 months ago Read More
  • Three vintage snacks on a red picnic blanket

    15 Vintage Snacks No One Remembers Anymore

    If you're in the mood for a blast from the past, peruse through these long-forgotten dishes. Some may be old favorites while others may leave you cringing.

    By Hunter Wren Miele 10 months ago Read More
  • Canned corn beef out of the can, cut into slices, served on board with garlic in the background

    Why Canned Corn Beef Always Comes With A Key

    Canned corned beef in its iconic tapered tin with a key attached has been around for a long time. We delve into why that key is on the side of the tin?

    By Kerry Hayes 10 months ago Read More
  • aguas frescas in typical plastic containers

    The Ancient Roots Of Mexico's Refreshing Agua Fresca Drink

    Agua fresca has been enjoyed in Mexico since the heyday of the Aztec empire. While it's gone through many changes, it's still beloved today.

    By Julia Holland 10 months ago Read More
  • Aerial shot of a casino interior

    Why There Are Only 2 Atlantic City Casino Buffets Still Standing

    All-you-can-eat buffets were once a staple of casinos in Atlantic City, but these days, they have become quite scarce. Here's why.

    By Autumn Swiers 10 months ago Read More
  • Cut pieces of a Philadelphia Roll on a plate

    How Cream Cheese Became A Staple Sushi Ingredient

    Whether you love or loathe a Philadelphia roll, you might be interested to learn just how the sushi roll came to be, and how it changed sushi menus everywhere.

    By Michelle Welsch 10 months ago Read More
  • Hot dogs

    The Reason Hot Dog Buns Never Match The Number Of Hot Dogs In A Pack

    When you're at home and realize you've run out of buns for your hot dogs, or vice versa, despite the fact you bought one pack of each, all you can think is why?

    By Matthew Spina 10 months ago Read More
  • lemon lime bitters in glass

    Australia's Favorite Non-Alcoholic Drink Is Refreshingly Simple To Make

    Australia's unofficial national drink might not contain any alcohol, but it provides plenty of bold zesty flavor, and it's surprisingly simple to whip up.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 10 months ago Read More
  • Olive oil, fruit, and a bowl of lentils in front of an image of Jesus against a desert backdrop

    Foods That Jesus Likely Ate, According To A Historian

    We spoke with a historian to gain insight into the foods that would have been common in Jesus' diet, from the bread he broke to the wine he drank and more.

    By Rebecca Andersson 10 months ago Read More
  • A paper cup of Del's frozen lemonade

    The Italian Origins Of Rhode Island's Famous Frozen Lemonade

    What's the point of going to Rhode Island if you're not going to have a Del's frozen lemonade? The origins of the sweet treat may surprise you.

    By Karen Hart 10 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of a bowl of New England clam chowder

    The First Cups Of Clam Chowder Were Served At This Historic Boston Restaurant

    Few things in this world measure up to a warm, hearty bowl of clam chowder -- and this iconic American restaurant is the one to thank for inventing it.

    By Autumn Swiers 10 months ago Read More
  • Foodies sharing pizza on the beach

    The San Francisco Restaurant That Brought Pizza To The West Coast

    Few foods in this world are as universally loved as pizza. As an export of Italy, those on the U.S. West Coast have this restaurant to thank for importing.

    By Autumn Swiers 10 months ago Read More
  • Bartender making spritz drinks

    The Original Spritz Cocktail Wasn't Made With Aperol

    Aperol Spritz connoisseurs love combo of the orange liqueur with Prosecco and soda, but surprisingly, the original drink didn't have Aperol at all.

    By Michelle Welsch 10 months ago Read More
  • A Boston cream pie cake sitting on a cutting board.

    The Original Boston Cream Pie Featured This Sweet Liquor

    The original Boston cream pie recipe featured not only cake, two types of fondant, and sliced toasted almonds, but also a boozy custard filling.

    By Michelle Welsch 10 months ago Read More
  • Homemade fruit roll-ups

    The Cultural Delicacy Fruit Roll-Up Snacks Were Based On

    Fruit Roll-Ups feel like one of those lunchbox staples that could only exist in the '80s, but their origin runs much deeper than that.

    By James Andersen 10 months ago Read More
  • Shroomacon from Meat The Mushroom on a wooden cutting board beside other ingredients

    Here's What Happened To Meat The Mushroom After Shark Tank

    What became of Meat The Mushroom after Shark Tank? Did the company succeed with its meatless bacon model? Here's what happened after the show.

    By Claire Redden 10 months ago Read More
  • A bag of Swedish Fish

    Do Swedish Fish Candy Have Anything To Do With Sweden?

    Swedish Fish have the word "Swedish" right there in the name, so one may assumethere is a link between the candies and the Scandinavian nation.

    By Alyssa Chierchia 10 months ago Read More
  • A pile of colorful M&M's

    How M&M's Get Their Signature 'M' Printed On Them

    With the candies so small and the M perfectly aligned, some wonder how the makers of M&M's get the name stamped on every delicious chocolate morsel.

    By Holly Tishfield 10 months ago Read More
  • Rows of shrimp cocktails

    Does Las Vegas Really Go Through 30 Tons Of Shrimp Per Day?

    30 tons of shrimp eaten a day in Vegas accounts for a large share of the whole country's shrimp consumption, so we delved into whether this is fact or fiction.

    By Courtney Iseman 10 months ago Read More
  • Prince William attending an event

    How Prince William Inspired The First Ever Diet Coke Commercial

    Diet Coke has a link with the future king of the United Kingdom as Prince William played a part in execs' thinking behind the first ever ad for the drink.

    By James Andersen 10 months ago Read More
  • gummy bears and gummy worms next to each other

    Gummy Bears Vs Gummy Worms: Which Classic Candy Came First?

    Gummy bears and worms have been part of our snacking routine for so long it's hard to remember which one became popular first.

    By Michelle Welsch 10 months ago Read More
  • Image of Swiss steak, Beef Wellington, Carpetbag steak and steak frites

    15 Vintage Steak Dishes You Need To Try

    Steak has had quite an evolution over the centuries, and when it comes to these famous vintage steak dishes, we think you need to try them at least once.

    By Yasmin Duale 10 months ago Read More
  • street signs in Hershey Pennsylvania

    Why Pennsylvania Is Known As The Chocolate Capital Of The US

    If you're a chocolate lover, there's a good reason to head to one particular location in Pennsylvania, which has chocolatey attractions for visitors to enjoy.

    By Grace Haass 10 months ago Read More
  • Jelly beans and easter bunny

    How Jelly Beans Became An Easter Tradition In The US

    Jelly beans have become a fixture of Easter celebrations. However, it wasn't always this way. What connected the candy to this particular holiday?

    By Wendy Leigh 10 months ago Read More
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