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  • person eating escargot with tongs and fork

    How To Eat Escargot Like A True Parisian

    Escargot is a popular dish in haute-cuisine beyond the borders of France, but here is how you can eat the little molluscs like a true Parisian.

    By Food Republic Staff January 4th, 2024 Read More
  • person holding martini with olives

    What Is A Reverse Martini?

    It seems that every day, there's a new style of martini to try, but though you may not have heard of a reverse martini, it's actually a classic.

    By Catherine Rickman January 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Carla Hall on red carpet for Dance Theatre Harlem gla

    Carla Hall's Soul Food Innovations Are Inspired By Her Yoruba Roots

    Carla Hall works to explore her ancestral roots and meals she grew up enjoying, Soul Food. Her approach may be modern, but it's influenced by her Yoruba roots.

    By Food Republic Staff January 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Grocery shopper searching frozen food aisle

    The Little-Known Origin Of The Frozen Food Industry

    Did you know? It was actually the Baerselman Bros. company that laid the groundwork for the modern frozen food industry back in the late 1890s.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt January 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Frozen pizza on baking tray

    The Mystery Behind The World's First Frozen Pizza

    Frozen pizzas are ubiquitous in grocery stores and in households, but who created the first? While many might think it's a big name brand, it's actually not.

    By Holly Emily Charlton January 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • friends enjoying barbecue at a table outdoors

    What Sets Arkansas Barbecue Apart From Other Regional Styles

    You've had Texas barbecue, and maybe barbecue from the Carolinas, Kansas, or Alabama, but if you haven't had Arkansas barbecue, you're missing out.

    By Food Republic Staff January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • handmade tortillas cooked on comal

    The Biggest Mistake You're Making With Homemade Tortillas

    For anyone venturing into the world of homemade tortillas, you'll want to avoid making this mistake to ensure your delicious tortillas turn out well.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen January 1st, 2024 Read More
  • glasses of Chardonnay overlooking vineyard

    What Gives Chardonnay Its Signature Buttery Flavor

    Chardonnay is known for its smooth, buttery flavor. Here's a look into the winemaking process that gives this varietal its signature taste.

    By Chris Sands December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Woman cutting dessert with fork and knife

    The Exact Right Way To Hold Silverware, According To British Royal Etiquette

    If you want to eat like a Royal, then you need to follow this very specific protocol for holding your silverware -- and yes, it includes which hand holds what.

    By Catherine Rickman December 30th, 2023 Read More
  • Glass of Scotch whisky with nature background

    Where To Find The Peatiest Scotch Whiskies

    For those who love Scotch, undoubtedly you have an opinion on peatiness. Anyone who loves the smoky notes will want to know where to find the peatiest choices.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 25th, 2023 Read More
  • New Haven style pizza

    What Is New Haven-Style Pizza, And Why Is It Called 'Apizza'?

    A variety of unique traits paired with a rich history make New-Haven style apizza deliciously different, and its rising fame is well-deserved.

    By Erica Martinez December 24th, 2023 Read More
  • Chicago-style hot dog with french fries

    Regional Hot Dog Styles You've Probably Never Heard Of

    Around the world, hot dogs serve as a blank canvass for regional variation. Here are some lesser-known and surprising local specialties worth checking out.

    By Felicia Lee December 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling at red carpet for 92Y

    Ina Garten's Favorite Type Of French Wine Is Light And Drinkable

    Ina Garten, queen of both the kitchen and the East Hamptons, knows her way around pairings, and her suggestion for wine just makes so much sense.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 21st, 2023 Read More
  • New York style Lombardi's pizza on dining table

    The First Pizzeria In The US Is Still Around Today

    There are plenty of amazing pizza joints peppered all over the country, but who started it all back in the day? And yes, the company is still in operation.

    By Sharon Rose December 19th, 2023 Read More
  • cheese board

    Cheese Boards Actually Don't Count As Charcuterie

    The cheese boards of the United States are a far cry from a traditional charcuterie board, which comes, both in concept and in name, from France.

    By Catherine Rickman December 18th, 2023 Read More
  • steak Oscar style with lobster

    The Most Luxurious Part Of Oscar-Style Steak Is ... The Asparagus?

    Oscar-style steak uses ingredients like filet mignon to lobster, but there's a reason why the asparagus topping is usually the most luxurious element.

    By Chris Sands December 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Slice of water pie

    Water Pie Is The Great Depression Dessert You Can Prep In Seconds

    This is what really goes into the curiously-named water pie, a Great Depression staple that remains cheap and extremely simple to throw together.

    By Erica Martinez December 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Pepsi can leaning on glass of Brad's drink

    Why Pepsi Was Originally Called 'Brad's Drink'

    Pepsi wasn't actually always "Pepsi." When it began its illustrious life, it was simply known as Brad's Drink before it would change forever.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen December 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Jar of Nutella

    Nutella Has Been Around Much Longer Than You'd Think

    Nutella may star in some of the world's trendiest desserts, but earlier forms of this chocolate-hazelnut spread go back an impressively long number of years.

    By Catherine Rickman December 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis wearing animal print dress with kitchen background

    Giada De Laurentiis' Favorite Olives Are Criminally Underrated

    There are more varieties of olives than one can shake a stick at, but Giada De Laurentiis' spring-green favorite may just take the (olive) cake.

    By Sharon Rose December 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Southern pear salad

    Southern Pear Salad Boldly Combines Fruit And Mayo

    When you think salad, you likely think a plate of fresh vegetables topped with some sort of dressing -- unless you're from the South or Midwest, that is.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed December 13th, 2023 Read More
  • José Andrés smiling

    José Andrés Favorite Region For Fresh Crab

    While, yes, José Andrés prefers the crabs from his home country of Spain to all others, there are some in the States that he thinks shine above all others.

    By Annie Epstein December 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Stargazy pie with sardine heads

    English Stargazy Pie Dons A Crown Of Sardines

    Stargazy pie is one of the most unique-looking pastries in the world, and it has an equally unique history that has even spawned its own holiday.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad December 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten on stage at 2019 New Yorker Festival

    Why Ina Garten Ditches The Spaghetti For Bolognese

    Sure, we've all probably had a cheeky spaghetti bolognese -- aka spag bol -- but it's the opposite of traditional. Here's what pasta Ina Garten uses instead.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt December 10th, 2023 Read More
  • gingerbread cookies

    What Is Gingerbread And Why Is It Typically Eaten During The Holidays?

    So what's up with gingerbread and the holidays? Because we're pretty certain you're curious, we've got the lowdown on gingerbread and the holiday spirit.

    By Lauren Bair December 10th, 2023 Read More
  • loaf of bread with heel

    Is The End Piece Of Bread The Heel, The Butt, Or Neither?

    The end pieces found in sliced bread have an official name, but that's not necessarily the one used the most, which means its status may be challenged one day.

    By Chris Sands December 7th, 2023 Read More
  • woman disgusted with snack bar

    15 Foods That Don't Taste As Good As They Used To

    Some foods don't taste the same as they once did. There are lots of reasons for this, some obvious, some not so much. From Oreos to Nutella, we've got deets.

    By James Hastings December 4th, 2023 Read More
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