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  • bottle of herbal wine

    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.

    By Autumn Swiers February 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Rum raisin ice cream

    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!

    By Autumn Swiers February 28th, 2024 Read More
  • A stack of lemon bars and fresh lemon slices

    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!

    By Peggy Aoki February 27th, 2024 Read More
  • garlic bread

    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.

    By John Tolley February 27th, 2024 Read More
  • walnut-filled chocolate treat

    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.

    By Michelle Welsch February 27th, 2024 Read More
  • English biscuits on white dish

    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.

    By Autumn Swiers February 27th, 2024 Read More
  • baseball players blowing bubble gum

    How Bubblegum Became Such An Iconic Part Of Baseball Culture

    There are plenty of foods that are associated with sports stadiums, but perhaps no food item is more closely linked to the players themselves than bubblegum.

    By Autumn Swiers February 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Close-up glamor shot profile of sfincione

    The Origin Story Of Sicilian-Style Pizza

    Typical American-style pizza has drifted pretty far away from its Italian roots, but what about Sicilian-style pizza? Let's look back at its origins.

    By Autumn Swiers February 27th, 2024 Read More
  • french fries and ketchup

    How French Fries And Ketchup Became A Pairing Made In Heaven

    Whether grabbing a quick snack or indulging at your favorite diner, chances are you'll find the humble french fry and its tangy sidekick, ketchup, on the menu.

    By Courtney Brandt February 26th, 2024 Read More
  • composite of hot dog and sports stadium

    How Hot Dogs Became A Classic Food At Every Baseball Game

    The humble hot dog may feel like the quintessential all-American ballgame snack, but, in fact, it was first popularized in the U.S. by a Brit and a German.

    By Peggy Aoki February 26th, 2024 Read More
  • paloma cocktail

    The Contentious Origin Of The Paloma Cocktail

    At its heart, the Paloma is a simple cocktail with just two ingredients, but its history is a little blurry, as you may be if you drink too many fancy versions.

    By Nikita Ephanov February 26th, 2024 Read More
  • enchiladas served with mole

    The Origin Story Of Enchiladas Traces Back To The Aztec Empire

    Enchiladas are a ubiquitous menu item at Mexican restaurants across the country. But this Mexican food staple actually has origins in the Aztec empire.

    By Nikita Ephanov February 26th, 2024 Read More
  • onion stuffed with peanut butter

    Why Peanut Butter-Stuffed Onions Were A Staple During The Great Depression

    As a staple from the Great Depression, onions stuffed with peanut butter weren't an uncommon sight on America's dinner tables when food was scarce.

    By Wendy Leigh February 26th, 2024 Read More
  • orange creamsicles on plate

    How Creamsicles Became A Popular Ice Cream Treat

    Have you ever wondered how Creamsicles came to be? To find out, we're diving into not just the origin of Creamsicles but the history of popsicles overall too.

    By Stephanie Friedman February 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Polenta

    How Italy's Love Of Polenta Actually Caused Severe Illness Centuries Ago

    Nowadays, polenta is a simple dish that you can pair with a lot of foods. But it used to be a stark example of how too much of a good thing can be very bad.

    By Autumn Swiers February 25th, 2024 Read More
  • International Space Station

    The Clever Ways NASA Astronauts Cook And Bake In Space

    Just because they're orbiting the planet doesn't mean that astronauts have to forgo all the pleasures of Earth: here's how they cook and bake up there.

    By Jen Peng February 25th, 2024 Read More
  • mustard in jar with spoon

    Creole Mustard Is The Spiced Condiment You Need In Your Pantry

    As an iconic condiment of New Orleans cuisine, Creole mustard can add spicy flair to varied foods. We explain how to enjoy this Big Easy classic.

    By Gina Badalaty February 25th, 2024 Read More
  • tres leches cake with strawberry

    The Complicated Origins Of The Tres Leches Cake

    There's no confusion over whether or not tres leches is a delicious dessert, but there is a great deal of confusion over where this dessert originated.

    By Julia Holland February 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Muffuletta and po' boy sandwiches

    Po'boy Vs Muffuletta: What's The Difference Between Sandwiches?

    Both po'boys and muffulettas are delicious sandwiches that hail from New Orleans, but that's where the similarities end. Let's earn about both sandwiches.

    By Austin Havens-Bowen February 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Kerrygold butter bread on plate

    11 Facts You Should Know About Irish Butter

    There's no denying it, Irish butter simply tastes better than pretty much any other butter. But why? Here are some facts about what makes Irish butter special.

    By May Wilkerson February 25th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of polenta

    How Italians Added Flavor To Plain Polenta During World War II

    Polenta isn't the most flavor-packed dish, especially when it's eaten over and over again due to rationing. This resourceful technique brought extra flavor.

    By Emma Segrest February 25th, 2024 Read More
  • fine dining table with plated dishes

    The Historical Origins Behind Service à La Russe, Or Russian-Style Dining

    Although you may not have heard the term "Service a la Russe," you've probably seen this serving style in action. Here's how it became popular.

    By Cassie Womack February 24th, 2024 Read More
  • hands in pile of cacao seeds

    The Alcoholic Cacao Drink That Predates Chocolate As We Know It

    Forget everything you thought you knew about the origins of chocolate. This alcoholic beverage from Mesoamerica is the earliest use of chocolate.

    By Brian Udall February 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • rigo jansci cake with cherry

    Sutemeny Rigo Jancsi: The Hungarian Chocolate Cake With A Dramatic History

    Inspired by a love triangle and affair involving royalty that made international headlines, the backstory of sutemeny rigo Jancsi is certainly juicy.

    By Julia Holland February 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Cup of coffee and capsules

    How Nespresso Pioneered The World Of Coffee Capsules

    Coffee capsules are everywhere in 2023, but in 1976 they existed only in the mind of one very determined espresso enthusiast.

    By Wendy Leigh February 20th, 2024 Read More
  • American whiskey economy

    How Whiskey Was Used As Currency In 18th Century America

    Currency can come in many forms: coins, gold bars, paper money, even bottles of whiskey. That's right, whiskey. At one time whiskey was cash in America.

    By Brian Udall February 20th, 2024 Read More
  • hershey's kisses

    The Fascinating Theory Of How Hershey's Kisses Got Their Name

    Everybody loves a good Hershey's Kiss from time to time. The sweet treat has been a dessert staple for over a century, but how exactly did its name come to be?

    By Michelle Welsch February 20th, 2024 Read More
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