Here's Why Europeans Don't Put Ice In Their Drinks
Europeans and Americans differ in many ways and ice is certainly a divisive topic. History shows it has a lot to do with why Americans love ice so much.
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The Brand Rumored To Be Behind Walmart's Great Value Butter
Walmart doesn't say what brand produces its Great Value butter, but the internet has its suspicions. This is the brand rumored to be behind it.
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Quick And Easy Air Fryer Egg Scrambles Are Perfect For Meal Prep (Just Grab 2 Ingredients)
If you don't have time to make breakfast in the morning, these meal prepped egg scrambles can be made ahead of time in the air fryer. Here's how to make them.
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Why Shoppers Suspect The Butter From Aldi, Costco And Trader Joe's Is The Same Product
Over the past few years, some shoppers have alleged that the butter sold at Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe's is from the same supplier. Here's why they think so.
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The Publix Guarantee Offers Shoppers A Lenient Return Policy, But Do You Need Your Receipt?
Publix lives up to it's customer satisfaction guarantee in returns. Learn more about this popular grocery chain's more lenient return policies.
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The Mysterious History Behind Crab Louie Salad
Food history runs mostly on word-of-mouth, resulting in uncertainties and speculation. But the history of Crab Louie salad can be traced to the early 1900s.
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What's The Actual Difference Between A Bar And Cantina?
When a place sells alcohol, we tend to refer to it as a bar. But there are many types of bars and certain styles fall under different names, like cantinas.
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Who Actually Makes Sam's Club's Member's Mark Coffee?
The range of Member's Mark coffee products at Sam's Club are ever-popular, but it's not easy to find out exactly who is behind the beans.
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The Lore Behind Dean Martin's Favorite Italian Food Makes So Much Sense
Dean Martin's favorite Italian food is mentioned in one of his most famous songs, and the story behind it starts with his mother's recipe.
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The Time Avocados Almost Went Extinct
Few know that avocados nearly disappeared from the Earth long ago. Their survival is tied to a turn in natural history and an unexpected intervention.
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The Giant American Company That Owns Your Favorite Condiment Brands
This popular company does more than just dominate the spice section of your local supermarket. It also owns many of your favorite condiment brands.
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The Gone But Not Forgotten Chicken Restaurant Co-Founded By KFC's CEO
After making big moves in the fast food fried chicken arena, KFC's CEO went on to co-found another poultry-based business. Here's what to know.
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The Right Way To Fry Your Eggs With Water
You've heard of frying eggs with butter or oil, but have you ever tried frying them in water? Here's why this method works so well for your morning eggs.
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This Popular Diner Chain Has A Number Of Movie Cameos Under Its Belt
Some movie locations are just sets but some are real places, like this iconic diner chain that pops up in movie after movie, including "The Santa Clause."
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The Massive Kirkland Coffee Recall That Still Haunts Costco
Costco has dealt with many recalls through the years. But this particular case was a large scale recall involving millions of coffee cans being contaminated.
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The Origin Story Of Crunchy Peanut Butter
Peanut butter fans are either team creamy or crunchy. How exactly crunchy peanut butter came to be is a guess, but we do know who to thank for it.
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The Discontinued 2000s Pepsi Flavor That Tried To Convince Europeans To Ditch Coffee
Pepsi has a history of creating new flavors and combinations. The pairing of coffee and cola has come and gone over the years, including this particular one.
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The Secret To Julia Child's 'Perfect Pizza' Is In These 2 Additions
Julia Child's vast cooking wisdom extended to pizza when she taught viewers how to make a great at-home pie on her show. Here's what she suggested.
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How This Prohibition-Inspired Cocktail Became A Beloved Florida Staple
Florida has plenty of history behind it, but this particular tale is wrapped up in both tiki cocktail culture and Prohibition struggles.
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Why Do Roosters Pop Up In So Much Kitchen Decor?
Ever wondered why roosters are such a common element in kitchen decor? We've got the answers, and they're rooted in history from around the world.
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Why Hanging Kitchen Towels On The Oven Door Is Unsafe
It's a common habit to hang kitchen towels on an oven door, but it might actually be setting your kitchen up for germy or otherwise unsafe situations.
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You Already Own The Cleaning Tool You Should Be Using On Your Kitchen Counters
Cleaning your kitchen after a meal is a hassle, but you probably already own the kitchen tool you need to make it easier than ever, even after a big meal.
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What Does M&M Stand For?
Just about everyone reading this has likely tried M&Ms, but do you know what those two Ms stand for? There's a lot of backstory to the candy's beginnings.
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For A Deliciously Topped Baked Potato, Try Making It The Tex-Mex Way
Baked potatoes don't have to be bland and boring. There are a number of toppings that can elevate your spuds to a Tex-Mex level, giving you spicy bite.
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Is Outback Steakhouse Actually Australian? How The Chain Is Connected To The Country
The Outback Steakhouse chain is built on the charm of its quirky Australian theme. But is it actually Australian, or connected to the country at all?
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TikTok Invented The Perfect Party Nacho, And It's Super Easy To Make
This is certainly not your average nacho recipe. If you want to switch up your classic nacho flavors, try this variation from TikTok. Here's how to make it.
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'80s Parents Begged Their Kids Not To Drink This One Soda, And We Can See Why
Every now and then a product hits the shelves that all kids want, and no parent approves of. This was the case in the 1980s when this soda made its debut.
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