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  • Tray of Despicable Me 4-themed Happy Meals

    Why Fast Food Restaurant Chains Stopped Promoting Toys To Kids

    You might have noticed that fast food restaurant chains have been advertising their toys in children's meals less. Here's why toys aren't the focus anymore.

    By Camryn Teder March 1st, 2025 Read More
  • Bourbon biscuits lined up in a row with

    Do Bourbon Biscuits Actually Have Alcohol In Them?

    Bourbon biscuits are one of the most-popular tea-time snacks in the United Kingdom, but do they actually have bourbon? Here's the truth once and for all.

    By Jessica Riggio March 1st, 2025 Read More
  • 3 different kitchen designs

    14 Vintage Kitchen Trends We Can't Wait To See Come Back

    From the Space Age design of the 1960s to the iconic tile flooring of the 1920s, we take a deep dive into our favorite retro kitchen designs.

    By Noelle Giannina March 1st, 2025 Read More
  • low vine in kouloura method

    The Unique, Traditional Way Grapes Are Grown In Greece

    On the Santorini islands in Greece, winemaking culture thrives despite the harsh climate, because grapes are grown into a uniquely protective shape.

    By Layne Randolph March 1st, 2025 Read More
  • The Olde Pink House

    The Pretty Hue Of Savannah's Historic Olde Pink House Restaurant Was A Complete Accident

    Located in lovely, haunted Savannah, Georgia, The Olde Pink House offers a lot of history and good food behind its pink-hued walls.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley March 1st, 2025 Read More
  • Green sticky rice in a white bowl

    Why Is Sticky Rice Green? The Secret Behind Its Vibrant Hue

    If you've ever been presented with mango and sticky rice at a Thai restaurant, you might wonder what gives some variations of the dish a pleasant green hue.

    By Shriya Swaminathan February 28th, 2025 Read More
  • ham and turkey sub sandwiches

    Whatever Happened To Blimpie Sandwich Chains?

    The Blimpie sandwich chain was opened in Hoboken, New Jersey in 1964 and opened over 2,000 locations across America. Today, they're harder to find.

    By Greta Pano February 28th, 2025 Read More
  • green chile burger, pastrami burger, patty melt

    14 Types Of Regional Burgers

    Love burgers? From green chile cheeseburgers to the olive burgers of Michigan, we survey some of the most unique regional burgers in America.

    By Jennifer Geer February 26th, 2025 Read More
  • Martha Stewart outside courthouse

    The Dessert Martha Stewart Allegedly Made In The Prison Microwave

    Martha Stewart spent some time in prison in 2004, but she didn't give up cooking. The cookbook author allegedly made desserts in her prison microwave.

    By Ashlen Wilder February 26th, 2025 Read More
  • Hand pulling milk out of fridge

    Why Have So Many States Named Milk As Their Official State Drink?

    Have you ever noticed how many states claim milk as their official beverage? Dig into the history behind this weird choice, and discover which states opt out.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Happy Meal box surrounded by Happy Meal toys

    14 Nostalgic Facts About McDonald's Happy Meals

    The Happy Meal has become synonymous with McDonald's, and it has an extensive history. Here are 14 nostalgic facts you may not already know about the meal.

    By Katie Melynn February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • map with Florida pinned

    Florida's Most Iconic Export Isn't Even Native; How Oranges Arrived In The First Place

    While Florida is nicknamed "The Orange State," its most famous export isn't native. Orange trees took a long journey before they arrived in America's South.

    By Sarah Lintakoon February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Arby's exterior building and signage

    The First-Ever Arby's Menu Looked A Little Different Than Today's

    Arby's was introduced as an alternative to fast-food burgers, and its menu has changed significantly over the years after its opening in 1964.

    By Sarah Lintakoon February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Greek flatbread

    Italy Invented Pizza, But There Was A Huge Influence Behind The Idea

    Italy invented pizza as we know it today, but there was a huge influence behind the idea that spanned back into ancient history and the Greeks.

    By Layne Randolph February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • whiskey pictured inside barrel

    How Elmer T. Lee Earned Its Legacy As A Distinguished Bourbon

    Elmer T. Lee has a long history. Its official price is around $40, yet it can sell for up to $400. How did it earn its legacy as a distinguished bourbon?

    By Nikita Ephanov February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • four plates with different types of raw fish dishes

    15 Raw Fish Dishes From Around The World

    Raw seafood dishes are more than just sushi and sashimi. Take a look at favorite raw fish delicacies from coastal communities around the world.

    By Stephanie Mee February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • hands pouring beer from a tap

    Do Any Beer Breweries Have A Michelin Star?

    You've heard of restaurants getting the prestigious Michel star, but what about beer breweries? Have any earned one? You might be surprised.

    By Andrew Amelinckx February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Blood and Sand cocktail in glass on table

    How The Blood And Sand Cocktail Got Its Name

    The Blood and Sand cocktail has a dramatic name, but what's the history behind it? And if you wanted one, what ingredients would you use to make it?

    By Andy Hume February 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Three bread bowls filled with soups

    9 Little Known Facts On The Origin Of Bread Bowls

    From humble beginning in the Middle Ages to being front and center on modern restaurant menus, the bread bowl has been beloved for centuries.

    By Alysa Salzberg February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • graphic of a woman wearing a head scarf holding a chocolate bar

    Why Chocolate Was Kept A Secret For 100 Years

    Chocolate was discovered at a time when cultures and countries were developing at a rapid pace, and chocolate was a delicacy that some wanted to stay a secret.

    By Layne Randolph February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • Overhead shot of assorted sauces with biscuits

    11 Sauces Deeply Rooted In Southern History

    Southern cuisine has influences from many cultures, and the sauces reflect that. Take a look at the history that shaped the South's best sauces.

    By Felicia Lee February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • A pile of

    Why You Should Avoid Ordering Truffle-Flavored Anything

    The reputation behind truffles may have you craving the fungi, but you many want to hold off before you buy that "truffle-flavored" meal at the restaurant.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • Closeup of a bowl of sausage and dirty rice

    Why Country Pleasin' Sausage Is A Big Deal In Mississippi

    Mississippi is a state that loves its sausage, but among all of the brands and varieties available, Country Pleasin' stands as a favorite. Here's why.

    By Jessica Riggio February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • A Burger King meal with fries and a drink.

    Why Burger King Stirred Up Controversy When It First Opened

    Burger King is now the second largest burger chain in the world, behind McDonald’s. But it started out by taking a huge gamble that was quite controversial.

    By Andrew Amelinckx February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • someone making homemade ginger beer

    How A Victorian-Era Drink Led To The Invention Of Ginger Ale

    Though our modern ginger ale is known as a mild soft drink, its Victorian origin story tells of a much spicier, more alcoholic drink.

    By Andrew Amelinckx February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • a series of different tuna dishes

    13 Tuna Dishes Commonly Eaten In Japan

    Tuna dishes are everywhere in Japan, but not everyone is familiar with these meals in the Western world. Here are 13 of the most common you'll find.

    By Tysen Ling February 24th, 2025 Read More
  • Toast Hawaii

    With Toast Hawaii, Germany Married Ham And Pineapple Before The Controversial Pizza

    Hawaiian pizza has been contentious since its debut in 1962, but Germany's Toast Hawaii married ham and pineapple years before the controversial pizza existed.

    By Ashlen Wilder February 23rd, 2025 Read More
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