The Origin Story Of The Humble French Fry
Beloved the world over, French fries are the crispy, salty snack that nearly everyone loves. Despite many claims, their true origins are shrouded in mystery.
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The Mysterious Origins Of Thousand Island Dressing
While finding a bottle of Thousand Island dressing at the grocery store isn't a difficult feat, finding out the exact origin of the name is a little harder.
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Why The First Pie Crusts Were Literally Inedible
If you had been alive in the fifth century A.D., you probably wouldn't have been as excited as you are now to sit down to a table filled with pies.
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Cert Mints Were Popular For Decades. Why Were They Discontinued?
There is some mystery surrounding the discontinuation of Certs mints, but we can put together a few guesses as to the reasoning.
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Deep-Fry Your Scrambled Eggs For A Totally New Twist On Breakfast
Bored of your usual breakfast routine? Try something a little different with your eggs next time. Turns out deep-frying them isn't all that hard.
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14 Of The Oldest Steakhouses In The US
If you like your steaks with a side of history, consider dining at one of America's oldest steakhouses, some of which opened as early as the 1800s.
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The Best Type Of Cheese For Traditional French Onion Soup
French onion soup is always warm and comforting, but how can you take this delicious staple back to its roots? With one specific type of cheese.
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The Oldest Fast Food Chains In The US
Many of your favorite fast food chains are older than you think, and some have passed the 100-year mark. Here's a rundown of some of the oldest.
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What's The Difference Between A Chicken And A Cornish Hen?
If you've ever found yourself thinking that a Cornish hen is some mythical variety of poultry that's extra tender and delicious, you're only half right.
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What's The Difference Between Heirloom Beans And Regular Ones?
The term "heirloom" gets thrown around a lot these days in reference to food - but what does it mean when it comes to beans? And are heirloom beans better?
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The Mysterious Origin Of The Bahama Mama Cocktail
Most people know of the fruity Bahama Mama cocktail, but pinning down the tropical drink's precise origin is a little tricky. In fact, a lot of mystery remains.
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Whatever Happened To Stride Gum?
Unfortunately, for fans of Stride, the gum disappeared from shelves and the last time the brand ever confirmed its availability in the U.S. was back in 2019.
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Wedding Cakes Have Been Around For A Lot Longer Than You Think
The tradition of serving a special cake at a wedding bears a long history that dates back thousands of years and features some seriously funky cakes.
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The History Of Sprinkling Salt On Watermelon
Among the many fruits you should be seasoning with salt, watermelon is a popular choice. The history of sprinkling salt on watermelon is worldwide.
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How Chocolate Covered Pretzels Became Such An Iconic Treat
The pretzel existed as a food long before someone decided to dunk it in chocolate. So who had the idea in the first place and why wasn't it thought of sooner?
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Here's What Makes Boston Baked Beans Stand Out From The Rest
There really is a difference between your average variety and Boston baked beans. Here's what makes them stand out from the rest, plus a bit of background.
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What Exactly Is A 7 And 7 Cocktail?
You may not be familiar with the 7 and 7, but it was extremely popular in the 1970s and is one of the easiest cocktails to make.
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Ancient Rome's Version Of Bread Salad Was Basically A Big Wet Sandwich
The famous Roman gastronome Marcus Apicius, who lived during the first century B.C., created the bread salad which can only be described as a big wet sandwich.
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The First Iteration Of The Steak Knife Had A Very Different Purpose
Steak knives are a common sight in American kitchens today, but you may be surprised to learn that their origins lay outside of the culinary world.
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The Origin Story Of The Modern-Day Breakfast
Bacon, eggs, and a side of toast is a classic breakfast. How did this come about? There's an origin story of the modern-day breakfast that's quite fascinating.
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The Origin Story Of Iconic Dino Chicken Nuggets
The invention of the chicken nugget is widely credited to a Cornell professor in the 1960s. But who first decided to make them dinosaur-shaped?
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The Snowy Origins Of The Green Chaud Cocktail
This cocktail is so easy to make, requires only two ingredients, and is perfect for warming you up in the winter.
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What You Need To Know About Cod
Cod is eaten in a variety of different countries, but there's a lot more to this fish than meets the eye. Here are some facts about cod that you should know.
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The Relatively Recent History Of Chocolate Lava Cake
Chocolate lava cake has been one of the most-loved desserts ever since it was invented. But did you know that its history is relatively recent?
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Chocolate Mousse Used To Be Known By Another Puzzling Name
You likely know the history of your favorite dishes. But sometimes, their names can be confusing. Long ago, chocolate mousse used to be known by another name.
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The Origin Story Of The '70s Classic Sock It To Me Cake
Sock it to me cake has been around since the '70s. But, arguably more interesting than where the sponge hybrid came from is how it came to be named.
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The Tasty Origin Of The Decadent Brooklyn Blackout Cake
It might come as a surprise, but the chocolatey Brooklyn blackout cake didn't get its name from its dark chocolate ingredients.
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