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  • Diet soda on ice

    The First Diet Soda Came From A Company You've Never Heard Of

    Diet soda is everywhere nowadays, from Coke to Pepsi, tons of company's have their own offerings. But the first one came from a company you've never heard of.

    By Jackson Williams January 28th, 2025 Read More
  • Fish eyes at a street market in Japan.

    Yes, You Can Eat Fish Eyes. Here's How To Cook Them

    When you think of the edible parts of a fish, chances are its eyes won't make your list. But you can actually eat those soft orbs, provided you cook them right.

    By Georgina Jedikovska January 28th, 2025 Read More
  • a black and white image of RMS Titanic

    What Was The Final Meal Served On The Titanic?

    The final meal served on the Titanic before the fateful night of April 14, 1912 differed between the three classes on board. Here's what each meal looked like.

    By Sonora Slater January 28th, 2025 Read More
  • Pouring sake into cup

    How Ancient Fermentation Techniques Shaped The Sake We Drink Today

    Sake has been around for a long time, like really long. And there are some interesting fermentation techniques that helped shape the sake we drink today.

    By Jackson Williams January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • Plate of Cobb salad with silverware and other dishes in background

    How The Iconic Cobb Salad Was Invented

    The Cobb salad is a classic dish beloved by many, and it's also rumored to have been invented in the 1930s late at night by a hungry chef.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • McDLT's patented container

    What Happened To McDonald's McDLT Burger

    McDonald's McDLT burger was a popular menu item for several years during the 1980s, but by the 90s it was removed from the menu. Here's what happened.

    By Andrew Amelinckx January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • Heinz mystery color EZ Squirt ketchup on a hamburger

    How Heinz's Limited-Edition Ketchups Became A Colorful Failure

    In the early aughts, Heinz made a gamble on selling novelty colored ketchup. What happened to this neon-hued condiment?

    By Jonathan Kesh January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • Many M&M's candies

    The Reason All M&M's Are Stamped With A Tiny 'M'

    M&M's were introduced in 1941, but the Mars candy company implemented that all M&M's should be stamped with a tiny 'M' during the 1950s. Here's why.

    By Aspen Oblewski January 27th, 2025 Read More
  • Mint Julep in silver cup

    Why Mint Juleps Are Traditionally Served In Silver Cups

    The Mint Julep is the official cocktail of the Kentucky Derby, which is also the reason behind why the drink is traditionally served in a silver cup.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • rack of Persian donuts with pink frosting

    Persian Donuts Are A Cinnamon Treat With A Unique History

    You might think you can guess where Persian donuts originated from based on their name, but these fluffy frosted treats didn't originate in Persia.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • Side profile of gangster Al Capone in hat and suit

    The Pasta Dish Rumored To Be Al Capone's Last Meal

    Gangster Al Capone's favorite pasta dish was his mother's original recipe, and this simple yet delicious meal was also rumored to be his last.

    By Andrew Amelinckx January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • 1950s woman writing a shopping list with daughter

    Grocery Lists Looked A Lot Different In The 1950s

    In the 1950s, shopping lists featured vastly different food items, but that wasn't the only reason they looked different from our lists of today.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • A vegan stir fry with shredded soy curls sits in a pan with spoons.

    What To Use Instead Of Shredded Chicken In Vegan Recipes

    Here are some ideas for ingredients that have a realistic texture and flavor similar to shredded chicken that can be used in vegan recipes.

    By Shriya Swaminathan January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • Pret coffee cup on wooden table

    Despite Its Name, The Pret A Manger Coffee Chain Is Anything But French

    Global coffee chain Pret a Manger is known for its convenient array of fresh food and drink items. Despite its French name, it didn't originate in France.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • Up close plate of ginger snap cookies

    The Exact Difference Between Gingerbread And Ginger Snaps

    Gingerbread and ginger snaps are both staples of holiday cookie trays, but these sweet and spicy treats aren't the same. Here's what sets them apart.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green January 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Exterior of the former Childs' restaurant in Coney Island

    Why You Don't See Childs Chain Restaurants Anymore

    It was the Mickey D's of the early 20th century, until it wasn't. Here's what happened to New York City's once-popular Childs restaurant chain.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 24th, 2025 Read More
  • vintage Dr. Pepper sign

    The Unique Way Texas Drinks This Iconic Soda

    Things may be bigger in Texas, but sometimes they're also stranger. For instance, if you order Dr. Pepper, you might find it hot and lemony.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 23rd, 2025 Read More
  • People sharing a meal at a restaurant

    How Restaurant Etiquette Differs Around The World

    From tipping taboos to utensil rules and toasting expectations, restaurant etiquette varies across the world in ways that might catch you off guard.

    By Stephanie Mee January 23rd, 2025 Read More
  • ketchup and mustard diner-style squirt bottles sitting side by side

    How Ketchup And Mustard Became A Popular Pair

    Ketchup and mustard are a magical combo. While each condiment has existed for over a thousand years in some form, here's what helped make them inseparable.

    By Sonora Slater January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • Black and white photo of F. Scott Fitzgerald

    The Sweetener Beloved By F. Scott Fitzgerald That You Can Still Get Today

    F. Scott Fitzgerald and many other famed celebrities of the twentieth century preferred this special sweetener for the South.

    By Ashlen Wilder January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • Woman eating pasta in Rome

    The Only Roman Pasta Recommendation You'll Ever Need

    There's no denying that Italy is famous for its incredible pasta. When in Rome (or wishing you could be there), try these simple but superb classic dishes.

    By Layne Randolph January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • A McDonald's McRib sandwich

    How US Army Technology Led McDonald's To Create The McRib

    In the '60s, the U.S. Army was working on a food processing machine that would one day help create McDonald's beloved McRib Sandwich.

    By Andrew Amelinckx January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • Several glasses of bock beer

    The Unique History Of Bock Beer

    Though a popular brand of bock beer can be found in Texas, the winding history of bock beer can be traced back to Germany.

    By Nikita Ephanov January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • Harry Houdini headshot

    Harry Houdini's Favorite Meal Was A Traditional Hungarian Dinner

    As a famed Hungarian escape artist, it fits that Harry Houdini preferred traditional Hungarian fare for a special dinner.

    By Ashlen Wilder January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • A green bottle of soju in front of a plate of food

    What Kind Of Alcohol Is Soju Anyways?

    The best-selling liquor globally, soju is a South Korean spirit traditionally distilled from rice. Here's what to know about its history and drinking etiquette.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • A green beer next to a pair of Shamrock glasses.

    The History Behind Why We Drink Green Beer On St. Patrick's Day

    Though you may take your green beverage for granted on St. Patrick's Day, there's a specific reason American's drink green beer on the Irish holiday.

    By Tim Forster January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • A filet of fried catfish with hush puppies and cole slaw in the background

    Why Catfish Is A Soul Food Staple

    An enduring element of soul food cuisine, catfish has long been a beloved staple seafood for Black Americans. Here's why it became so popular.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley January 20th, 2025 Read More
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