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  • chopsticks holding crawfish over bowl

    How Crawfish Became An Integral Part Of Mardi Gras Celebrations

    Everyone's familiar with the pairing of Mardi Gras and crawfish, but do you know the history behind how the two became so inextricably linked?

    By Matthew Wilson February 16th, 2024 Read More
  • A whole baked water pie

    Depression-Era Water Pie Is Actually Really Tasty

    If you haven't seen the viral water pie on social media, get ready: It's a fantastic way to use pantry staples and it tastes better than it sounds.

    By Jessica Fleming-Montoya February 16th, 2024 Read More
  • an assortment of banchan dishes

    The Banchan Tip That'll Improve Your Next Korean Restaurant Experience

    There is indeed a right way to enjoy banchan, the vegetable-heavy side dishes served at the beginning of many Korean restaurant meals.

    By Stacie Adams February 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands holding coffee beans

    What's The Real Difference Between Organic And Regular Coffee?

    You've noticed the "organic" and "non-organic" labels on coffee, but make sure you know the difference between the origin and flavor of each before buying.

    By Patrick Bauman February 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Yellowish cocktail in short glass beside jigger and strainer

    Frank Sinatra's Favorite Cocktail Only Requires 2 Ingredients

    Take inspiration from this famous crooner and make his favorite cocktail at home. You barely need anything to replicate Sinatra's go-to drink.

    By Ariana DiValentino February 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Buffalo Wild Wings Asian Zing wings

    Buffalo Wild Wings To Give Away Free Wings Thanks To Super Bowl 2024 Overtime

    Thanks to a big moment in Super Bowl history, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering a huge deal for customers. Here's exactly what we know about it all.

    By Allison Lindsey February 12th, 2024 Read More
  • stack of pancakes on a plate

    Eating Pancakes On Mardi Gras Is A Centuries-Old Tradition

    Mardi Gras is a day of decadence, and along with other food traditions to mark the celebration, pancakes are a tradition dating back centuries.

    By Dawn Hammon February 11th, 2024 Read More
  • banana pudding trifle

    The History Of Banana Pudding Is More Complex Than You'd Think

    Banana pudding is a dessert that's ingrained in Southern cuisine. But its origin is far more complicated than you might think. So where exactly is it from?

    By C.A. Pinkham February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • swiss steak in skillet on wooden table

    Swiss Steak Is Probably Not What You Think It Is

    Despite its name, Swiss steak doesn't actually hail from Switzerland. Instead, it gets its name from the method used to make it.

    By Matthew Wilson February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • glasses of wine with grapes in background

    Muscadine Wine: The Sweet Drink That Takes A Special Type Of Grape

    If you're looking for a sweeter wine option, look no further than muscadine wine. It's made with a special grape with thick skin.

    By Nick Johnson February 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Valentine's Day chocolates

    The Tradition Of Valentine's Chocolates Is Older Than You Think

    Why do we buy a bunch of chocolate for Valentine's Day, anyway? As it turns out, the historical roots of that heart-shaped box of chocolates run deep.

    By Amadea Tanner February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Nian gao sticky rice cake

    The Chinese Cake That Signifies Good Luck For The Lunar New Year

    When greeting the Lunar New Year, you can ensure good luck for yourself by partaking in certain types of food, in particular a sweet Chinese cake.

    By Arianna Endicott February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • oysters Rockefeller

    The Ingredients That Differentiate Oysters Bienville From Oysters Rockefeller

    Oysters Rockefeller has a lesser-known counterpart, oysters Bienville, that is just as delectable. While similar, some ingredients differentiate the two.

    By C.A. Pinkham February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of muesli

    Muesli Vs Granola: The Difference Between These Oat-Based Cereals

    Picture this: You've run out of your favorite granola, so you reach for the muesli instead. What you're about to eat might not be what you're expecting.

    By C.A. Pinkham February 9th, 2024 Read More
  • McDonald's egg mcmuffin

    Why McDonald's Egg McMuffin Almost Didn't Get The Green Light

    The McDonald's Egg McMuffin has barely changed since its debut in the early 1970s but it almost didn't get off the ground in the first place. Here's why.

    By C.A. Pinkham February 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Bakewell tarts on pink wood

    The Difference Between A Bakewell Pudding Vs Bakewell Tarts

    They may have a name in common, but Bakewell pudding and Bakewell tarts are not the same. Here's how to tell them apart -- and how to choose the best kind.

    By Tom Maxwell February 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Person holding supermarket fish filet and sausage

    Is Fish Considered Meat? And Why It's Such A Difficult Question To Answer

    The question of whether fish is meat has been hotly debated for decades - and there are a lot of complicated factors that go into choosing an answer.

    By Nick Johnson February 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Kosher salt in a spoon

    What Exactly Makes Kosher Salt Different From The Rest?

    We've got the facts on what - specifically - defines kosher salt, and how its makeup affects the taste and textures of the meals you make with it.

    By Alia Ali February 8th, 2024 Read More
  • King Cake

    What Is King Cake?

    A Mardi Gras staple, King Cake is colorful, delicious, and a bit unusual. It's often made from cinnamon and honey, and a small plastic baby is hidden inside.

    By Paula Beaton February 8th, 2024 Read More
  • demi-glace over steak

    Espagnole: The French Mother Sauce You May Not Be Familiar With

    Espagnole sauce is a robust, brown velvety mother sauce, known for its deep, savory flavor. It enhances meat dishes and is the foundation for varied sauces.

    By C.A. Pinkham February 5th, 2024 Read More
  • detroit style pizza sicilian pizza

    The Difference Between Sicilian And Detroit-Style Pizza

    Detroit-style and Sicilian pizza, while sharing a rectangular shape, differ significantly in terms of origins, toppings, and baking methods.

    By Allie Ward January 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Three pieces of bruschetta on wooden plate on wooden table

    The Crafty Reason Bruschetta Became A Classic Italian Appetizer

    Bruschetta is a staple appetizer at just about any Italian restaurant, but here's the crafty reason it became a classic Italian snack centuries ago.

    By Ariana DiValentino January 31st, 2024 Read More
  • New Orleans red beans and rice

    How Red Beans And Rice Became A Symbol Of Mardi Gras And New Orleans Culture

    Though the origins of how red beans and rice made its way to New Orleans remain a mystery, here's how the dish has become a staple for Mardi Gras.

    By Arianna Endicott January 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Philadelphia cream cheese and bagel on counter

    The Reason Philadelphia Cream Cheese Is Packaged In Foil

    A staple of the brand since the 1800s, Philadelphia cream cheese has always been wrapped in foil -- and there's quite a few reasons why.

    By Branden C. Potter January 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Greek Salad in Greece

    Lunchtime In Greece Used To Be A Much More Serious Affair

    Around the U.S., lunch is likely a quick grab-and-go meal. In other cultures, that's not the case. Lunchtime in Greece used to be a much more serious affair.

    By Erin Metz January 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Pasta with caruso sauce

    Salsa Caruso Is A Deliciously Rich Uruguayan Pasta Sauce With Italian Roots

    Salsa Caruso mixes an Italian pasta with a sauce made from an Uruguayan household staple to create the perfect hybrid, named for the inventor's personal hero.

    By Tom Maxwell January 28th, 2024 Read More
  • frikadellen with pickled cabbage and dip

    The German Meat Patties That Preceded The Classic Hamburger

    It's pretty well known that the origin story of the American burger begins in Germany, but this is the German meat patty that preceded the classic hamburger.

    By Elaina Friedman January 28th, 2024 Read More
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