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  • Canned fish in shop window

    What The Blue Fish Label On Canned Tuna Really Means

    If you've ever taken a look at the cans of tuna lining grocery store shelves, you may have noticed a label depicting a blue fish. Here's what it means.

    By Patrick Matherly October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Bagel and cream cheese

    The Best Food To Eat Before Fasting For Yom Kippur

    When you're staring down a 25-hour-long stretch of fasting for Yom Kippur, you want to be as prepared as possible. Here's what to eat before you observe.

    By S. Ferrari October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands holding cranberries

    Why You Should Eat Cranberries On Indigenous Peoples' Day

    Many Americans enjoy cranberries for Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts, but the tart berry has special connections to the land's Indigenous populations.

    By Jackson Williams October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Piles of Jerusalem bagels next to pita

    What Makes Jerusalem Bagels Unique?

    If you're already a fan of the American and Canadian style of making bagels, you should know about what makes Jerusalem bagels so different.

    By S. Ferrari October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Picture of world street foods

    The 14 Best Food Cities In The World

    There may be an abundance of new food to try when you travel, but which cities have the best cuisine? Here are the 14 top cities in the world for foodies.

    By Ian Jackson October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Green shaved ice dessert with bread

    Turn Salad Into Delicious, Savory Granita With Help From Your Freezer

    Granita is a frozen, shaved meal made up of usually sweet ingredients. But we'll show you a delicious savory twist to this meal by freezing salad ingredients.

    By Jackson Williams October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • An apple cider cocktail in a glass

    Expert-Approved Tips For Mixing Alcohol With Apple Cider

    Fall ushers in a new flavor palette, especially for cocktails. So, we spoke to an expert who advised us on mixing alcohol with the fall staple apple cider.

    By Camryn Teder October 11th, 2024 Read More
  • tortilla chips and guacamole

    The Practical Reason Tortilla Chips Were Invented

    The origin of these delicious chips can be traced back to Los Angeles in the 1940s for a very specific reason.

    By Ashlen Wilder October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Can of Guinness Draught Stout in shaved ice

    Should You Pour Your Canned Guinness Into A Glass?

    Guinness is traditionally poured from a draught pump and into a pint glass. But what if all you've got is a can of Guinness? We spoke to an expert to guide us.

    By Kim Ranjbar October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Root vegetables in a garden

    What's The Difference Between A Turnip And A Kohlrabi?

    You may have heard of a turnip and a kohlrabi, you may have even eaten them, but there are a number of differences between the two that you should know about.

    By Aspen Oblewski October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • A rack filled with bread in a Subway store.

    Why Subway's Bread Is Not Legally A Bread Product In Ireland

    Subway suffered a major blow after an Irish court deemed its bread not legally a bread product. We looked into the decision, and its basis is shocking.

    By Tim Forster October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • actress Betty White

    Betty White's Favorite Foods Were A Spread Of Classic Snacks

    Betty White lived to the age of 99 before her death in 2021, but her favorite foods weren't exactly healthy. Instead, her favorites included classic junk food.

    By Sarah Lintakoon October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Packages of Sarbucks egg bites

    What's The Secret To Starbucks' Egg Bites?

    Starbucks egg bites are a popular breakfast item at the QSR. But what makes them so creamy? We've done a deep dive and discovered their secret ingredient.

    By Carly Garber October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Woman nosing glass red wine

    What Exactly Are Tannins And How Do They Impact Your Wine?

    If you're a wine drinker, you've probably heard of tannins. So what exactly are they, and how do they impact your wine? Here's everything you need to know.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Blueberry pie

    Amp Up A Store-Bought Berry Pie With One Simple Addition

    If you're bringing home a store-bought berry pie for that delicious dessert you've been waiting for, here's something you can add to plus it up a bit more.

    By Kathryn Steane October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Long Island cheese pumpkins on vine

    The Unique Pumpkin Variety That Dates Back To The 19th Century

    Did you know there's a unique pumpkin variety that dates all the way back to the 19th century? Here's how it came to be - and where it is today.

    By Buffy Naillon October 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Julia Child cooking

    The Easiest Way To Fix A Salty Soup According To Julia Child

    How do you fix oversalted soup, ruining hours of hard work? Avoid disaster with this simple solution from Julia Child to absorb the extra salt in your soup.

    By Sarah Lintakoon October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Instant ramen packs

    The Science Behind What Makes Instant Noodles Instant

    What makes instant noodles instant? Learn more about the process they go through before they arrive in those neat little wavy blocks or cups we're used to.

    By Ashlen Wilder October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Roasted pumpkin seeds in a bowl with whole pumpkins in the background

    2 Reasons To Make Pumpkin Seeds In The Air Fryer And 1 Reason Not To

    Pumpkin seeds make a great snack, but they can be time-consuming to make in the conventional way. The air fryer offers one solution, but there's a catch.

    By Kim Ranjbar October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Capicola and prosciutto slices

    What Is Capicola, And How Does It Stack Up To Prosciutto?

    To the uninitiated, capicola and prosciutto may seem similar, but capicola is actually quite distinctive in its own right. Here's what you need to know.

    By Patricia Grisafi October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Canadian vs. American bacon cooked

    Canadian Vs American Bacon: What's The Difference?

    Although both share the same name, Canadian and American bacon differ significantly in texture and taste. Here's what makes the two types so different.

    By Elias Nash October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Cowboys in front of wagon

    The Origin Of The Food Truck Started In The Pioneer Days

    Learn about the history of food trucks, from their humble beginnings to their modern day reputation for serving up great street food all over the world.

    By Carly Garber October 9th, 2024 Read More
  • dondurma ice cream pictured

    The Turkish Ice Cream That Has The Texture Of Taffy

    It's always fun to get creative with ice cream. However, few do it like in Turkey, where a deliciously taffy-like ice cream is created.

    By Nikita Ephanov October 8th, 2024 Read More
  • baked potato plate wood

    The Unexpected Origins Of The Baked Potato

    The baked potato is popular in North America and can be found everywhere from fast food joints to upscale restaurants. But its origins are somewhere far away.

    By Carly Garber October 8th, 2024 Read More
  • prepared ham steak

    Why You Should Stop Overlooking Ham Steaks

    Ham steaks might have been popular in the 1950s, but they've since fallen out of favor. Here's why you should stop overlooking these tasty meats.

    By Nikita Ephanov October 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Squeezing lemon juice into a pan

    Is It Really Such A Problem To Squeeze Lemon Juice Over Hot Food?

    It’s not uncommon to find a slice of lemon next to your dish to squeeze over it, but are there any problems we need to be aware of? We take a look.

    By Faefyx Collington October 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Homemade garbage plate

    The Garbage Plate May Sound Unappetizing But It's A Staple Comfort Food In Rochester

    Rochester, New York is home to some interesting culinary delights, and one of their best meals also sounds like their worst: the Garbage Plate.

    By Sara Donnellan October 8th, 2024 Read More
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