What Is A Limequat And What Sets It Apart From A Normal Lime?
We've got the scoop on how to snag, prep, and showcase this unique citrus produce.
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Tony Bennett's Favorite Pasta Dish Was A Classic At Sac's Place In Queens
Late Italian American crooner Tony Bennett was known for his singing and humble disposition. He also loved pasta - and a dish served in Queens was his favorite.
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The Historical Connection Between Chocolate Mousse And Toulouse-Lautrec
As it turns out, chocolate mousse and French painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec go hand in hand. The rich history of this decadent dessert may surprise you!
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Thin Mints Are The Girl Scouts Cookies With A Nearly 100-Year-Old History
Despite the fact that Thin Mints have undergone multiple naming changes, today they can proudly call themselves the best-selling Girl Scout cookie.
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The History Of Tamales, One Of The World's Oldest Recipes
Historians believe that people have been eating tamales for around 10,000 years. A lot has happened with the delicious dish in that time.
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The Possible Origins Of Chicken Salad With Grapes
If you've ever been making chicken salad and wondering where the idea for adding grapes come from, read on to learn about the possible origins.
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What Puts The 'Bread' In Bread And Butter Pickles
Bread and butter pickles (the uniquely sweet pickles born in the Midwest) were the product of the kind of necessity that breeds resourcefulness.
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Everything You Need To Know About Buckwheat
Buckwheat's culinary adaptability is unmatched. Packed with a nutritional punch, it's nature's gift to plant-based and gluten-free eaters alike.
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What's The Difference Between A Betty And Buckle Dessert?
The Betty and the buckle are too of the more strangely named desserts we have. Learn the difference between the two distinct takes on fruit cobbler.
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How Lobster Mac And Cheese Became An Iconic, Decadent Duo
It's clear that buttery lobster and creamy mac and cheese are a tasty duo, but the dish's history is a little less clear. So, how did lobster mac come about?
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The Rare Scotch That Audrey Hepburn Loved To Drink
Audrey Hepburn had at least one thing in common with Holly Golightly, the iconic character she played in "Breakfast at Tiffany's," a love of whisky.
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The Unique Stuffing Marilyn Monroe Loved To Cook
After her death, some of Marilyn Monroe's notes were gathered into a book. One reveals a scribbled stuffing recipe, that's complicated but also delicious.
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Cracker Jack Vs Caramel Corn: What's The Difference?
Though confusing Cracker Jack popcorn and caramel popcorn is a forgivable mistake, the distinctions are clear when it comes to these two snackable recipes.
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The Melty Accident That Led To The Creation Of Soft Serve Ice Cream
Imagine a world without Fudgie the Whale. Pretty bleak, right? Thankfully, Tom Carvel's truck broke down on a hot day and ice cream history was forever changed.
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Alphabet Soup Has Been Around Longer Than You Might Expect
Who doesn't love trying to spell out words and phrases while slurping down tasty tomato soup? Well, this goofy pastime started way back in the 1800s.
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Was The Green Tea Shot Created By Jameson Irish Whiskey?
The green tea shot is traditionally made with Jameson Irish Whiskey and zero tea whatsoever, but did the distiller invent the emerald-hued shooter?
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The Fascinating History Of The O-Shaped Pasta In SpaghettiO's
Pasta has always come in myriad different shapes, but it wasn't until the emergence of SpaghettiO's in the 1960s that we first had an O-shaped pasta.
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The History Behind Campbell's Iconic Tomato Soup
Everyone knows the iconic red and white cans of Campbell's Soups. Find out the history behind the can design and how it influenced the pop art movement.
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How Bad Weather Paved The Way For Some Of Japan's Best Eclectic Sweets
Some of Japan's sweet treats owe their existence to the Portuguese. Thanks to the arrival of sugar, the island nation was able to experiment with confections.
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Grilled Cheese And Tomato Soup: The History Behind The Iconic Pairing
With vitamin C found in tomatoes and carbs in the cheese sandwiches, tomato soup and grilled cheese was a quick recipe that could keep energy levels high.
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How Delicate Angel Food Cake Became A Dessert Classic
Light, fluffy angel food cake can be tough to get just right - but intrepid foodies have nonetheless been trying their hand at it for centuries.
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How Herbal Wine Was Made In Ancient Egypt
For almost as long as humans have been around, they have been figuring out ways to make alcoholic beverages. The roots of herbal wine go back to ancient Egypt.
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The History Of Rum Raisin Ice Cream Actually Began In Italy
Rum raisin ice cream is not just a relic of the past to be savored by grandparents. The tasty, boozy dessert deserves your consideration!
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The Origin Of Lemon Bars Only Dates Back To The Early 1960s
Lemon bars seem like they have been around forever. But, as it turns out, this classic sweet and zesty treat was actually created relatively recently!
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The Italian American Origins Of Garlic Bread
There are dishes found in American restaurants that most of think of as Italian food even if it's basically unheard of in Italy, and this is one of them.
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Kariokes, The Traditional Chocolate Cake That Landed A World Record For Greece
Rich and chocolatey kariokes made the news several years ago when bakers in the town of Xanthi, Greece, decided to set a world record for the largest karioke.
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This Is How The British Biscuit Got Its Name
You probably already know that British biscuits are what Americans would call cookies, but do you know the reason why? The answer takes us back centuries.
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