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  • Stubby Coors bottles

    What It Means To Order A 'Stubby' Beer At The Bar

    Can, bottle, draft ... stubby? Learn about this unique style of beer serving and how it found its place in American contemporary drinking culture.

    By Julia Mullaney January 13th, 2025 Read More
  • close up of cans of beer

    Why It Took Over 100 Years To Put Beer In A Can

    Though the process of canning was invented in the early 1800s, it took a long time for beer to get the canning treatment.

    By Andrew Amelinckx January 13th, 2025 Read More
  • buko salad in a black bowl

    The Canned Pantry Staple That Makes Filipino Fruit Salad Unique

    If you want to recreate Filipino fruit salad, you'll need to make sure to have these two classic canned goods waiting in your pantry,

    By Megan Shoop-Volz January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • Fish sticks on white plate

    What Are Fish Sticks Made Of, Anyway?

    Though the basic recipe has changed over the years, fish sticks still follow a similar production method listed in the original 1952 patented formula.

    By Julia Mullaney January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • triple decker smash burger with American cheese and fries

    Who Really Invented The Smash Burger?

    Smash burgers have become popular over the last few years, but they've been around for longer than you think. Here's where the first smash burger was served.

    By Kim Ranjbar January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • background of roasted coffee beans

    The Differences Between First, Second, And Third-Wave Coffee

    Coffee has a rich history defined by three key eras, or "waves." Each wave brings significant changes that affect both the drink, and its place in our culture.

    By Sonora Slater January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • Overhead of sliced German chocolate cake

    German Chocolate Cake Has Nothing To Do With Germany

    Though its name may make you think of the European country, German chocolate cake has more to do with the American South than anywhere else.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz January 12th, 2025 Read More
  • A Taco Bell sign next to a palm frond

    The History Of Taco Bell Starts With An Entirely Different Type Of Fast Food

    Taco Bell is among the biggest and most-successful fast food restaurants in the United States, but its origins, surprisingly, don't start with tacos.

    By Tim Forster January 11th, 2025 Read More
  • A McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich on top of a branded box

    How One Of McDonald's Worst Burgers And The Filet-O-Fish Fought For A Permanent Menu Spot

    The Fish-O-Filet made the McDonald's menu in 1965, a couple of years after winning a sandwich showdown against the chain's most ridiculous burger idea.

    By Aspen Oblewski January 11th, 2025 Read More
  • Colorful sticks of bubblegum

    Whatever Happened To Fruit Stripe Gum?

    It was the zebra-fronted gum with the never-lasting flavor. Fruit Stripe Gum was everywhere until it wasn't, but here's the real story on what went down.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 11th, 2025 Read More
  • Argentine asado steak on a grill

    Why Argentina Steaks Are Some Of The Best Around

    Ever wondered what all the hype is about with Argentine steaks? From cuts to grazing practices, learn about the country's long history of bovine excellence.

    By Nikita Ephanov January 11th, 2025 Read More
  • Two halves of a grilled cheese sandwich stacked

    Take A Page From Nebraska's Book For An Iconic Upgrade On Your Grilled Cheese

    If you love a grilled cheese cooked to crispy perfection, you'll want to try recreating Nebraska's deep-fried twist on the classic sandwich.

    By Nikita Ephanov January 11th, 2025 Read More
  • pulled pork pictured on plate

    Carnitas Vs Pulled Pork: What's The Difference?

    Carnitas and pulled pork are somewhat similar in that they're both made of pork cooked low and slow. However, they have more differences than similarities.

    By Nikita Ephanov January 10th, 2025 Read More
  • John F. Kennedy

    You Can Still Dine At One Of JFK's Favorite Restaurants In Boston

    If you want to grab a historical and presidential meal in Boston, you can dine at the same establishment that John F. Kennedy frequented over 60 years ago.

    By Julia Mullaney January 10th, 2025 Read More
  • Stinger cocktail with mint garnish

    The Stinger: The Glitzy Cocktail That Was Practically Forgotten After Prohibition

    Made from only two ingredients, the Stinger was once a glitzy and glamorous tipple popular in high society. Here's why it eventually fell out of favor.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 9th, 2025 Read More
  • Lobster, fried chicken wings, and garlic bulbs overlaid on festival background

    20 US Food Festivals You Need To Attend At Least Once

    Food festivals are a fantastic way to taste local cuisine and support local chefs. Here are 20 of the best in the US you should attend.

    By Katie Melynn January 9th, 2025 Read More
  • Various canned goods opened up

    Here's How People Opened Canned Food Before The Can Opener Arrived

    Though it may seem unthinkable, for 50 years, people relied on tools other than the can opener to pry open their tins of sardines, meat, and veggies.

    By Jonathan Kesh January 9th, 2025 Read More
  • Piece of steak on fork

    What Exactly Is Black And Blue Steak?

    There are many ways to cook steaks besides medium rare. Making steak black and blue is among the more unique methods, but what exactly does black and blue mean?

    By Julia Mullaney January 8th, 2025 Read More
  • two wild morels with leaves

    Why Morel Mushrooms Are Called Molly Moochers In West Virginia

    Prized for their superior flavor and relative scarcity, morel mushrooms are often called Molly Moochers in parts of West Virginia, but why?

    By Lauren Dozier January 8th, 2025 Read More
  • Norweigan hot dogs on grill

    The Country With A Surprising Appetite For Hot Dogs

    Your local hot dog eating contest is so cute. Hang onto your buns as this country mops the floor with the jaw-dropping amount of hot dogs its citizens consume.

    By Carly Garber January 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Elvis Presley playing guitar among a collage of his favorite comfort foods

    Elvis' 9 Favorite Southern Comfort Foods

    Elvis Presley loved a good meal. Combine that with his Southern roots, and you've got a list of the best Southern comfort food out there, approved by the King.

    By Megan Lim January 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Hands holding a McDonald's Big Mac

    How The McDonald's Big Mac Came To Be

    The Big Mac is a McDonald's icon served to millions around the world, but it didn't start that way. The Big Mac's story began way back in the 1960s.

    By S. Ferrari January 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Four cocktails on purple background

    The 25 Most Popular Cocktails Of All Time, Explained

    There are so many types of cocktails out there, but there are some that remain popular for decades. Take a look at a list of the top 25 most popular cocktails.

    By Allyson Morgan January 7th, 2025 Read More
  • A display of various small bites of cheeses with miniature French flags on toothpicks sticking out of the cheeses

    We Can Thank France For Introducing Us To An Iconic Cheesy Snack

    France is known for its cheeses, but you might still be surprised to find that one beloved fried cheese snack first originated there in the 1300s.

    By Eugenia Lazaris January 7th, 2025 Read More
  • Lobster roll on McDonald's drive-through sign

    Once Upon A Time, McDonald's Sold A Shockingly Affordable Lobster Roll

    McDonald's has tried all kinds of unique menu additions over the years, and one was its amazingly well-priced lobster roll offering. Sadly, it's no longer sold.

    By Greta Pano January 6th, 2025 Read More
  • Composite image of '90s snacks

    13 Popular Snacks From The '90s We'd Like To Taste Again

    If you were lucky enough to taste the snack food of the '90s, there are likely some favorites you think of fondly. Here are the ones we wish would return.

    By Jennifer Geer January 6th, 2025 Read More
  • Green bean casserole on a dinner table with other dishes

    The All-American History Of Green Bean Casserole

    Your green bean casserole's been on quite the journey to get to your dinner plate. Find out how this timeless, beloved American dish came to be.

    By Aspen Oblewski January 6th, 2025 Read More
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