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  • A headshot of celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain smiling.

    Why Anthony Bourdain Always Avoided Ordering Hollandaise Sauce At Restaurants

    Known for his candid opinions on all things food, Anthony Bourdain's hatred of restaurant hollandaise sauce goes hand in hand with his hatred of brunch.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 months ago Read More
  • Kellogg's Yogos on a shelf

    Why Did Kellogg's Yogos Vanish Completely?

    While Kellogg's Yogos earned quite a few fans when they hit store shelves in 2005, they were quickly discontinued and there are no plans to bring them back.

    By Sean Pagnotti 6 months ago Read More
  • Smirnoff vodka bottles of different flavors on a store shelf

    Most Vodka Doesn't Come From Potatoes, So What Is It Made From?

    While traditionally vodka is made from potatoes, today, less than 5% of the spirit actually comes from spuds. Here's what most vodka is made from instead.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 6 months ago Read More
  • Salmon fillet over salad

    Why Your Salmon Has That White Ooze (And How To Stop It For Good)

    If you've just baked a salmon fillet and are wondering what the white ooze on its surface is, we asked an expert about it. Here's how to avoid it.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • Hands pouring a glass of red wine

    How Many Glasses Are In Your Favorite Bottle Of Wine?

    When you're having friends over for wine, make sure there is plenty to go around. These factors can help you determine how many pours you'll get from a bottle.

    By Tony Cooper 6 months ago Read More
  • Four Coca-Cola cans in front of a red background

    Wow, People In The '80s Really Overreacted To New Coke

    In the 1980s, Coca-Cola changed its original recipe and introduced "New Coke," but public reaction led to the decision being reversed in a matter of months.

    By Sean Pagnotti 6 months ago Read More
  • Alton Brown smiles at the Napa Valley Film Festival

    The Classic Cast Iron Brand Alton Brown Adores

    Chefs love cast iron cookware for good reason, but some picks are better than others. Here's Alton Brown's personal favorite brand of all those on the market.

    By Allie Fasanella 6 months ago Read More
  • Photo of Jell-O on a shelf at the grocery store

    Wait, Does Jell-O Actually Have Pork In It?

    Jell-O seems like a dessert that's vegan- and vegetarian-friendly, but that isn't exactly true. Here's what you should know about pork and Jell-O.

    By David Bugg 6 months ago Read More
  • Glass with water and citrus

    Is Restaurant Lemon Water Really That Dirty?

    Think twice before ordering lemon for your water in a restaurant. Depending on where you order it, you could be consuming a pretty germy drink.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • Benson Boone performing on stage and wearing a red shirt with no sleeves

    What Is Moonbeam Ice Cream, Anyway? Benson Boone's Magical Mystery Flavor, Explained

    Benson Boone has been making waves in the food scene, from his moonbeam ice cream Crumbl cookie to potentially his own ice cream flavor. But what is it?

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 6 months ago Read More
  • a glass of vodka garnished and infused with lime on ice

    Wait, Did Vodka Exist In Medieval Times?

    Before it filled modern cocktails, vodka had a surprising start. Its story stretches far back in history, with roots you might not even expect.

    By Sean Pagnotti 6 months ago Read More
  • Garlic on board

    Garlic's Flavor Tends To Get More Potent Over Time. Here's Why

    If you buy garlic often, you should know that it tends to become more potent the longer it sits in your kitchen. Here's the science behind why this is the case.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 6 months ago Read More
  • Diced ginger on a table and bowl

    Why Fresh Ginger Is Getting More And More Expensive

    Fresh ginger is a staple in many kitchens, but the delicious ingredient is costing shoppers more and more money every year, and it isn't getting cheaper soon.

    By Gerard Jones 6 months ago Read More
  • Pile of frozen strawberries

    Why You Shouldn't Be Eating Strawberries Straight Out Of The Refrigerator

    You might want to rethink snacking on strawberries pulled straight from the fridge. That cold temperature might be changing the experience.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 6 months ago Read More
  • webbed watermelon

    What It Means When People Refer To Watermelon Webbing

    Watermelon rinds hold a host of secret clues and signs of sweetness. Here's what the webbing patterns look like, and what they mean for a fruit's quality.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 6 months ago Read More
  • two small bowls of raw farro

    This Is What Pearled, Semi-Pearled, And Whole Farro Mean

    Farro, an ancient grain high in protein and fiber, comes in three different varieties. Which one you choose depends on a few factors, including prep time.

    By Jaime Jacques 6 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's sign against a cloudy sky

    The Sad Story Behind The McDonald's Brothers

    Ray Kroc is often thought to be the founder of McDonald's, but the uncredited brothers who created the fast food chain went through a lot to do so.

    By Felicia Lee 6 months ago Read More
  • Photo of Andrew Zimmern wearing a hat and sunglasses, smiling at the camera

    The Cookware Andrew Zimmern Absolutely Refuses To Use

    No one becomes a world-famous chef without a willingness to experiment, but Andrew Zimmern refuses to use any of these common cookware types.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • coffee bean on ground coffee

    How To Grind Coffee Beans Perfectly Every Time

    There are so many different ways to achieve the perfect cup of coffee. Make things easier on yourself with this expert tip that ensures the perfect grind.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 months ago Read More
  • A heap of broken chocolate pieces.

    The Telltale Sign That You're Buying High-Quality Dark Chocolate

    According to an expert, you can tell if your chocolate is the good stuff before tasting it. Here's what it should look like, as well as ingredients to avoid.

    By Betsy Parks 6 months ago Read More
  • close up of pasta sauce

    The Big 'Sensitive Marinara' Problem We Need To Discuss

    Sensitive marinara is a great option for people who want to avoid high-acidity ingredients, but the lack of these common flavor boosters causes another issue.

    By Jennifer Magid 6 months ago Read More
  • Anne Burrell smiling in front of a red wall

    What Was The Deal With Anne Burrell's Red Sharpie?

    Fans of Food Network may have seen chef Anne Burrell use a red Sharpie on competition contestants' hands. But what was the reason for this random marker attack?

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • Two slices on avocado toast on a wooden board

    The Country That First Put Avocado Toast On A Breakfast Menu Is Not The US

    Despite its popularity in the U.S., avocado toast actually wasn't even invented in the States. A different country was the first to put it on a breakfast menu.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 6 months ago Read More
  • Heads and cloves of garlic

    Myths About Garlic You Thought Were True

    Garlic tastes divine, but something that packs so much punch is bound to have plenty of myths surrounding it. We're here to debunk some of the most common ones.

    By Ian Jackson 6 months ago Read More
  • Cornbread in a cast iron skillet

    The Reason Southerners 'Don't Put Sugar In Cornbread' — And Why They Sometimes Really Do

    Cornbread is a contentious topic in the Northern and Southern U.S. The North uses sugar, while the South doesn't, usually. Here's the fascinating history.

    By Jackson Williams 6 months ago Read More
  • Recall label across store shelves

    18 Of The Biggest Food Recalls In US History

    Food recalls are an inconvenient necessity. Whether from listeria, Salmonella, or E. coli, these huge recalls affected people on a national scale.

    By Sarah Vallie 6 months ago Read More
  • Photo of Gordon Ramsay wearing sunglasses

    The Fact About Gordon Ramsay's Culinary Education That You Might Not Know

    Gordon Ramsay has enjoyed an immensely successful culinary career. Because of this, it's hard to believe this surprising fact about his culinary education.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
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