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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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Which Grains Are Considered 'Ancient'?
If you're looking to add variety to your diet, you may have considered trying some ancient grains. However, what are ancient grains, and why are they important?
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The Murky Origins Of The Meatball Sandwich
Chances are good you've enjoyed a meatball sub at some point in your life, but have you ever wondered where, exactly, they were first invented?
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Here's What Happened To GreenBox After Shark Tank
GreenBox was able to wow the judges on an episode of "Shark Tank," but how did things pan out for the company since their appearance?
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23 Common Fruits And Vegetables That Are Actually Man-Made
We might think the fruits and veggies we love are timeless, but they all started somewhere — and were domesticated and modified over centuries.
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11 Discontinued Sodas That Don't Deserve A Comeback
Even giants in the beverage industry can be humbled by the public's unforgiving taste buds. Let's hope these discontinued sodas don't return to store shelves.
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The First Ever Candy Bar Was Not Child Friendly - Here's Why
Chocolate bars are a relatively recent invention. Here's the story of the first mass-produced chocolate bar and some things you may not have own.
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11 Discontinued Candies Of The 1980s That You Might Remember
If you remember the '80s, you'll know that it was a time when inventive, funky candies were abundant. After making their mark, they are now discontinued.
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The First-Ever LongHorn Steakhouse Location Had A Unique History
Despite its name, the first LongHorn Steakhouse didn't open in Texas. But that's just one reason why the restaurant has a rather unusual origin story.
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14 Facts You Didn't Know About Cheese Wheels
Cheese wheels aren't simply aesthetically pleasing ways to package cheese -- they actually serve a plethora of important functions.
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The Origin Of The 'Tastes Like Chicken' Cliche
We've all heard the popular assertion that exotic meats taste like chicken, but is there any scientific truth to it? We investigate the cause.
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Here's What Caused The First Ever Food Recall In US History
Food recalls are a common, albeit irritating, reality these days. Here's the story of how food safety started to be regulated in the United States.
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The Hotly Contested Origin Of The California Roll
The California roll has become a staple of sushi restaurants in the United States, but when and where did the roll first appear on menus?
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What Exactly Is A Farm-To-Table Restaurant
If you like to eat out, you've probably heard of farm-to-table dining. What does this term mean and what can you expect at farm-to-table restaurants?
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Golden Vs Dark Maple Syrup: What's The Difference?
There are a number of varieties of maple syrup that you'll find on store shelves, but you should understand the differences between them.
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The Story Behind The Oldest Bakery In The US
You can still buy traditional cookies and breads from a bakery that has been doing business continually since 1809: a real slice of living history.
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