This Childhood Classic Is An Old School Sandwich With A Complicated Origin Story
The Sloppy Joe is an iconic aspect of American childhood, served in cafeterias across the country, and its history has a few different origin stories.
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The Beloved Candy Neil Armstrong Craved During His Iconic 1969 Moon Mission
There was only so much space and only so many kinds of food that could make the Apollo 11 mission. Unfortunately for Armstrong, that didn't include this candy.
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You'll Find The Original Deviled Crab In This Florida City
The Cuban sandwich isn't the only handheld meal Florida is famous for. Numerous restaurants in this major city serve the state's special take on deviled crab.
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10 Historic Culinary Practices With UNESCO Status
Join us on a time-traveling itinerary through flour-dusted kitchens, spice-laced markets, and ceremonial banquets that make up humanity's most delicious legacy.
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Thomas Jefferson's Controversial Way To Enjoy Wine Has Us Scratching Our Heads
Thomas Jefferson was a renowned wine enthusiast, so he wasn't content to merely drink it and call it a night. He also enjoyed it in this fascinating way.
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Frank Sinatra's Favorite Egg Comfort Food Was Surprisingly Humble For The Star
Frank Sinatra was one of the most successful music stars of all time, which is why it's shocking that his favorite egg-based comfort food was this humble dish.
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Deviled Eggs And Cookie Dough? At The Ohio State Fair, This Wacky Combination Has Everyone Talking
The Ohio Poultry Organization has returned to the Ohio State Fair to terrorize fairgoers with chocolate chip cookie dough-flavored deviled eggs.
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Elvis Presley's Coffee Order Wasn't Very Odd, But The Way He Drank His Java Was
Elvis Presley had a pretty normal coffee order — heavy on the cream and sugar — but the way he drank it was quite unusual, owing to his germophobic tendencies.
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Elvis Presley's Favorite On-Stage Drink Is Still Wildly Popular Today
Elvis Presley performed a lot on stage, and he had a favorite on-stage drink that kept him going. It's probably not what you think it was.
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President Obama Wasn't Afraid Of Sharing His Disapproval Of This New York Times Guacamole Recipe
There have been plenty of presidential scandals, but the controversial New York Times recipe dubbed "Guac Gate" isn't one you'll find in history books.
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They're Clearly Purple, So Why Do We Call Them Red Onions?
Red onions are a staple in many popular recipes, but have you ever wondered where they got their name? Here's why this purple vegetable is called red.
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President Taft Loved This Once Popular Soup That's Illegal To Make Today
Everyone has a favorite meal, even presidents. Most presidents had somewhat common favorites, but William Howard Taft loved a soup that's now illegal to make.
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Jeff Mauro's Favorite Sandwich Proves There's Nothing Wrong With Simplicity
Sandwiches can be as complicated or as simple as you want them. Jeff Mauro's favorite sandwich is one regional classic that leans on the side of simplicity.
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Why A Famous Japanese Sushi Chain From Tokyo's Tsukiji Market Chose Los Angeles For Its First American Location
A famous Japanese sushi chain opened in Tsukiji Market back in 2001, and in 2025, after years of success in its home country, it has expanded to America.
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What's That White Stuff On Sour Candy? Here's The Real Answer
Some sour candy has this strange but delicious white powder all over it, and it's not just sugar. It's partially sugar, yes, but also this key ingredient.
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The Great American Chef That Inspired Disney's Princess Tiana
Disney's "The Princess and the Frog" follows Tiana, a New Orleans chef with a heart of gold. Discover the real woman who inspired her story (and recipes).
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The Old School 7Up Flavor You Won't See People Drinking Anymore
There have been plenty of discontinued sodas over the years. But do you remember this vintage 7Up flavor from the '80s? Here's why it's not around anymore.
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Why 1950s Cookbooks Were So Jell-O Heavy
Some Jell-O concoctions of yesteryear were complete savory meals suspended in the jiggly stuff. They seem gross now, but there's a reason they were popular.
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President Obama Jokingly Owes His 2012 Election Win To This 'Lucky' Pasta Dish
President Barack Obama loved White House chef Sam Kass' pasta dish so much that he calls it "lucky" pasta and claimed it helped him win re-election in 2012.
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Emeril Lagasse's Favorite Potato Chip Brand Is A Louisiana Legend
Emeril Lagasse's favorite potato chips are heavily seasoned and come in varieties that can bring the heat, but the celebrity chef prefers eating them ice cold.
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How A Development In Dog Food Led To The Creation Of This Popular Toaster Treat
Believe it or not, this popular, toasty breakfast food was only created due to the development of a particular wrapping on a brand of dog food.
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This Old School Candy Bar Almost Bit The Dust — Until A Lucky Auction Bid Swooped In And Saved The Day
If you have a soft spot for retro candy brands, you'll want to get a taste of this vintage chocolate bar that was recently brought back to life.
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The 70-Year Evolution Of KFC's Colonel Sanders Mascot
Though Colonel Sanders has long been the beloved face of KFC, he's had a few cosmetic changes over the past 70 years. Here's how he's looked throughout history.
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How A Former Professional Basketball Player Became One Of Los Angeles' Best Bakers
LA's beloved Lou The French On The Block is owned by a former basketball pro who played in the French NM3 league before an injury changed his career trajectory.
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How 2 School Teachers Created The Iconic Kentucky Dessert, Bourbon Balls
Maybe you already knew bourbon balls are a tasty chocolate treat, but did you know they have a history that's as fascinating as they are delicious?
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Popular Ice Cream Flavors From Each Decade
We take a stroll through the history books to explore trending ice cream flavors as they entered the culinary scene and took off in popularity.
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Costa Rica's Fast Food Boom Started With These 2 Staple American Chains
When you think of Costa Rica, you probably don't think of burgers and french fries. However, the country's history with fast food is now decades old.
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