What Is Arak, The Trendy Middle Eastern Liquor?
One of the world's oldest liquors, arak has inspired countless countries to come up with their own version. What makes arak so darn special (and tasty)?
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What Makes New Orleans Mac And Cheese A Little Different
When you picture mac and cheese, you probably think of elbow macaroni coated in a thick cheese sauce. In New Orleans, they use spaghetti and bake it.
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11 Types Of Limes And What Makes Them Unique
What we call a "lime" is actually only one of over 20 varieties of the citrus favorite. Learn about the history and flavors of some of the best here.
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What Is A Pomelo Fruit, And How Is It Different From Grapefruit?
You may have had it in a soda or seen it at a local farmer's market, but just how is a pomelo different from the similar looking (and tasting) grapefruit?
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America's First Labor Day Barbecues Served 1,000 Pound Oxen
While grills today will likely be covered in hamburgers and hot dogs this Labor Day, the first Labor Day in 1888 was celebrated by roasting a 1,200-pound ox.
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The Inventor Of The Cosmopolitan Has A Problem With Ina Garten's Iconic Version
During lockdowns, many of us got creative in the kitchen. Over 3 million of us watched as Ina Garten made her take on the cosmo, but not everyone was impressed.
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It Isn't Actually Safer To Eat Oysters During 'R' Months
Have you heard the tale that oysters are safer in months with the letter R? While it used to be true that eating them in winter was safer, it's no longer so!
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The Ultimate Guide To The Best Bagels In NYC
Choosing which bagel to eat in New York City may be too much for the mind to handle. So, we've compiled a list of 15 bagels spots in NYC you need to try.
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Dining Etiquette Has Been Around Far Longer Than You Think
Dining etiquette includes chewing with your mouth closed, knowing which fork to use for each dish, and using forks at all. But it goes back quite far!
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20 Under-The-Radar Dishes That Define American Cuisine
The experiment that is America has given birth to many hybrids spanning multiple cultures. Food may be the top of this list, so here's 20 unsung American meals.
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What Are Chrysanthemum Greens And What Do They Taste Like?
If you haven't heard of chrysanthemum greens, you might be missing out. Tender and flavorful, they can be incorporated into dinner for a healthy side.
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What Is Chow Mein, And How Is It Different From Lo Mein?
Although similar, the slight divergence in nomenclature for chow mein and lo mein is due to differences in preparation, and also where you are located.
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Spilling The Beans On Every Style Of American BBQ
No matter where you are, you can probably find some decent to amazing barbecue. But did you know there are lots of barbecue styles in America? Yes, indeed.
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Rhubarb Grows So Fast That You Can Actually Hear It
As spring warms the planet, so too does it bring delicious fresh fruits and vegetables back into our diets - but most produce can't serenade you while it grows.
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There's Actually No Real Difference Between East And West Coast Butter
If you love to cook or bake, you might have come across East and West Coast butters. But the truth is, there's actually no real difference between the two.
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The Most Iconic Styles Of Mashed Potatoes, Explained
Mashed potatoes may be considered a bland dish, but it's also extremely versatile. And, these iconic global variations could raise your mash to the next level.
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The Flavor Profile That Sets Meyer Lemons Apart
Meyer lemons are a very specific kind of the citrus that is actually a cross with another sweet fruit, which gives them an incredible flavor profile.
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What Is Coriander, And What Does It Have To Do With Cilantro?
Depending on what part of the world you live in, coriander may mean something different, but it's all part of the cilantro plant. Here's what you need to know.
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The Creamy Ingredient That Defines Seattle-Style Hot Dogs
The hot dog has many regional variations, from Detroit's Coney Island dog to Arizona's Sonora-style frankfurter. In Seattle, they add this creamy ingredient.
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Make A Fruit Shrub Syrup And Drink Like An Ancient Warrior
Fruit shrubs might be the next big thing, and no, we're not talking about foliage here. This type of drink has been popular for centuries and is due a comeback.
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Michelangelo's Grocery List, And The Reason He Sketched It
Like other Italians, Michelangelo ate a lot of bread and fish, while washing it down with some wine, which was clearly illustrated on his grocery list.
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A Newly Discovered Pompeii Fresco May Depict Ancient Pizza
An unearthed depiction of food from ancient Pompeii has us questioning everything we thought we knew about the history of pizza.
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America's Strangest 4th Of July Food Tradition Is Based On A Rumor
Move aside black eyed peas, it's time to talk turtle. You may have heard that turtle soup was eaten by the Adams, but the history is a bit more complicated.
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What Was Sold In The Very First Food Vending Machine?
We can now rely on the convenience of a vending machine to satisfy our hunger or thirst - but that wasn't always the case since gum was once the only option.
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Inside Queen Victoria's Rumored Passion For Mangosteens
Queen Victoria's colonial reign was well known for her acquisition and love of all things foreign, from her "adoptees" to her passion for this particular fruit.
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Korean Fried Chicken Was Invented On The Battlefield
Fried chicken has existed for thousands of years, with roots in China, the Middle East, and Africa, but Korean fried chicken was invented on the battlefield.
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You Can Thank Starbucks For The Rise Of Flavored Lattes
From the eggnog latte that was popular in the '90s to the pumpkin spice latte, Starbucks pioneered the way for other coffee shops to sell flavored lattes.
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