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  • Pomelo segments and whole fruits

    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?

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed July 26th, 2023 Read More
  • young African American family celebrating Labor Day with a barbecue

    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.

    By Jennifer Mathews July 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Ina Garten on stage during interview

    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.

    By Bobby Huen July 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Shucked oysters on ice with lemon and ginger

    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!

    By Kendall Cornish July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Everything bagel with cream cheese

    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.

    By Lauren Bair July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Elaborate table setting

    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!

    By Catherine Rickman July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Hot dog with tiny American flag

    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.

    By Lauren Bair July 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Chrysanthemum in garden

    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.

    By Bobby Huen July 12th, 2023 Read More
  • Chow mein with beef and shrimp

    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.

    By Andrew Housman July 9th, 2023 Read More
  • BBQ meat platter

    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.

    By Melissa Perreault July 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Yorkshire forced rhubarb stalks

    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.

    By Sharon Rose July 9th, 2023 Read More
  • Butter on a slice of seeded bread

    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.

    By Dylan Hofer July 8th, 2023 Read More
  • Bowl of mashed potatoes topped with melted butter

    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.

    By Felicia Lee July 6th, 2023 Read More
  • Whole and halved lemons on striped towel

    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.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed July 5th, 2023 Read More
  • Coriander seeds and cilantro leaves

    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.

    By Sharon Rose July 5th, 2023 Read More
  • Seattle style hot dog on plate with chips

    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.

    By Bobby Huen July 4th, 2023 Read More
  • fruity drinks with raspberries and citrus

    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.

    By Bobby Huen July 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • Portrait of Michelangelo

    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.

    By Madeline Rae July 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius

    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.

    By Jennifer Waldera June 27th, 2023 Read More
  • Mother with two children on Independence Day

    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.

    By Andrew Housman June 27th, 2023 Read More
  • Vending machines in waiting room

    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.

    By Sharon Rose June 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Bowl of mangosteens

    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.

    By Catherine Rickman June 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Plate of Korean fried chicken in gochujang sauce

    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.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed June 21st, 2023 Read More
  • Mexican queso fundido with chorizo, tortillas, and salsa

    What's The Difference Between Queso And Queso Fundido?

    Everybody loves melted cheese, and two favorites in Mexico and in the U.S. are queso and queso fundido - but they aren't the same thing. Here's the difference.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed June 21st, 2023 Read More
  • latte cup at starbucks

    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.

    By Dylan Hofer June 19th, 2023 Read More
  • Nutmeg seeds and powder

    Why Home Cooks Shouldn't Worry About Nutmeg's Hallucinatory Effects

    Nutmeg is more than just a holiday spice, but should home cooks be worried? Find out why its hallucinatory properties are not a cause for concern.

    By Wendy Leigh June 19th, 2023 Read More
  • Person taking chicken out of oven

    What It Means To Bake Vs. Roast Food In The Oven

    The history of cooking, from meat to bread, is long. Over time, tradition and definitions have changed. This is what it means to bake vs roast food in the oven.

    By Andrew Housman June 19th, 2023 Read More
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