William Faulkner's Favorite Cocktail Was A Bourbon Classic
William Faulkner’s favorite's cocktail was a classic bourbon libation known for its presence at the Kentucky Derby.
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Claudette Colbert's Favorite Sunday Dinner Featured Scrambled Eggs And Ham
Claudette Colbert's favorite thing to eat for dinner on Sunday night was a meal many eat for breakfast and included scrambled eggs and ham.
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This Is When Nespresso Opened Its Very First Boutique
Part of Nespresso's coffee-pod success has come from their in-person stores, or boutiques, as they like to call them. Find out when and where they started.
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The History Of New York's Iconic Bacon, Egg, And Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches
Tourists know about bagels and pizza, but the real New Yorkers know that their lives would be incomplete without a bacon, egg, and cheese each morning.
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How Hot Cross Buns Got Their Name (And A Dedicated Song)
Hot cross buns, hot cross buns, one-a-penny, two-a-penny, hot cross buns. Now we've given you that earworm, have a read on the history of the buns and the song.
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17 Facts You Need To Know About Soy Sauce
An ancient seasoning steeped in culture and tradition, there's a lot more to soy sauce than meets the eye. Here are some facts you might not know.
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You Can Thank Atlanta For The Creation Of Lemon Pepper Wings
Buffalo sauce may reign supreme in the world of chicken wings, but one regional specialty gives it a run for its money: Atlanta's lemon pepper.
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Ernest Hemingway's Favorite Meal Was Also His Last
Famous American author Ernest Hemingway's favorite meal was a classic dish - and, as it happened, it was also the final meal of the well-traveled foodie.
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Princess Diana's Last Meal Was A Breakfast Classic
Shortly before getting in a fatal car accident that shook the world, Princess Diana enjoyed an eclectic meal featuring a breakfast classic.
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Cary Grant's Favorite Sangaree Cocktail Had A Unique Twist
Like many of his fellow movie stars in the Golden Age, Cary Grant enjoyed a stiff cocktail. His favorite drink offered a twist on the popular sangaree cocktail.
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The Translation Error That's Responsible For Horseradish's Name
If you've ever puzzled over what horses have to do with horseradish, rest assured, you're not alone. The name actually stems from a rather interesting mix-up.
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Why Breakfast In Lebanon Is Actually The Most Important Meal Of The Day
In some countries like Lebanon, breakfast is a highly valued part of the day. To be blunt, it's hard to beat a traditional Lebanese breakfast.
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The World's Oldest Bowl Of Soup Calls For An Ingredient You Won't Find In Any Kitchen
The first bowl of soup known to man, according to archeologists, featured a unique ingredient that isn't used in modern recipes, and here's what it is.
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The History Of Coconut Cake Is A Legacy Of Black Cooking
Coconut cake is a cornerstone of Southern cuisine, and this dessert has deep roots in Black cooking and African-American history at large.
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Henry VIII's Favorite Way To Eat Fruit Jam Was Notably Uncommon
Henry VIII's appetite is legendary. When it came time to consume his fruit jam, this English king employed an unusual method (at least, for its time).
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The Historic Reason Horse Soldier Bourbon Got Its Name
Some liquor brand names are chosen for aesthetics and vibes only, but others, like Horse Soldier Bourbon, are rooted in an important historical event.
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This Vegetarian Soup Was John Belushi's Last Meal
John Belushi enjoyed a vegetarian lentil soup at The Rainbow Room in L.A. as his final meal before a fatal injection of cocaine and heroin at Chateau Marmont.
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The Potentially Royal Roots Of Orange Carrots
The color orange is sure to flood your mind when thinking of carrots, but this vegetable is available in many colors, and orange was never the default.
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Who Invented The Matzo Toffee Recipe?
Matzo toffee was a simple recipe that was born out of necessity, but it has stuck around and become a tried-and-true classic dessert for Passover.
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The Historic Reason George Washington's Wine Ventures Failed
President George Washington's endeavors extended far beyond politics and into the vineyard - though his winemaking fell short due to a slip in fate.
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22 Types Of Dango, Explained
Let us walk you through the A to Z of dango -- it'll open up a whole new world of Japanese confectionery. You'll want a different dango for every season after.
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The Bourbon Brand Ulysses S. Grant May Have Drunk By The Glassful
Ulysses S. Grant had a reputation for enjoying a glass or two of bourbon on occasion. If you want to toast the general and president, grab this brand.
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Yakitori: A Japanese Street Food With A Rich Tradition
Yakitori is traditionally a grilled chicken dish that has a rich and fascinating history, starting with its ban during the Edo period in Japan.
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How President Taft Helped Define The True Meaning Of Straight Whiskey
In the 1900s, at a time when the definition of "straight whiskey" was nebulous, it was one President William Howard Taft who set the record straight.
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10 Iconic Foods That Originated In The State Of Georgia
What does the world's most famous soda and the planet's sweetest onion have in common? They're both from Georgia, along with several other famous foods.
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The History Of Beef Stew Can Be Traced Back To 14th Century France
People have been making stews for about as long as we've been cooking. The dish we commonly think of as beef stew traces its origins to 14th century France.
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The Origin Of The Singapore Sling Cocktail Dates Back More Than A Century
The Singapore Sling is a punch-like cocktail that packs a punch. But while the classic gin-based drink has endured for decades, its exact origins are not clear.
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