The Ultra-Sweet Fruit You'll Always Find During Ramadan (And Why It's Symbolic)
There is plenty of ritual surrounding the foods eaten before and after the fasts of Ramadan, but one fruit in particular stands out in importance.
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The Bizarre 2-Ingredient Combo Richard Nixon Ate For Breakfast
Food trends have changed drastically over time, but Richard Nixon's strange but simple breakfast was seen as odd even to his contemporaries.
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How Did Dairy Queen's Famous Dilly Bar Get Its Name?
Dairy Queen has been known for its iconic frozen treats for nearly a century, including the famous Dilly Bar. Here's the story of how it came by its name.
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Medieval Lasagna Looked Nothing Like The Comfort Dish We Know Today
Everyone's favorite layered pasta dish, lasagna, has a longer history than you might expect, though it looked very different than the dish we know today.
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The Icelandic-Style Hot Dog Recommended By Anthony Bourdain
While Iceland's hot dog doesn't look as flashy as its stateside cousins, Anthony Bourdain revealed his love for it during his show "No Revervations."
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What's The Difference Between American And Korean Fried Chicken?
Nearly every culture has its own take on fried chicken, including both America and South Korea, so what sets these two delicious dishes apart?
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One Of Wolfgang Puck's Favorite Desserts Is A Chocolate Lover's Dream
Wolfgang Puck is a culinary phenomenon, so when he gives his favorite dessert, and we hear it's a chocolate-laden dream, we're of course going to listen.
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Is Ricotta In Lasagna Traditionally Italian?
You might always layer your lasagna noodles with a ricotta spread, but did the original lasagna recipes form Italy include this soft, tangy cheese?
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Mexican Wedding Cookies Have More History (And Names) Than You Think
Mexican wedding cookies are a familiar site at many events. The light, nutty, buttery confections have more history (and names) than you may think.
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Whatever Happened To The Ridiculous $400 Juicero?
Once a darling of Silicon Valley, the Juicero had a brief but juicy existence. Here's what happened to the absurdly expensive (and just plain absurd) appliance.
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Dollop Gourmet: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
Dollop Gourmet is a brand focused on bringing high-quality frosting to the masses, but how did the industrious founder fair in Shark-infested waters?
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The Rare Honey That Has Hallucinogenic Properties
There's a rare honey out there, cultivated in the cliffs of Nepal and Turkey, that can cause paralysis, hallucinations, and other toxic effects.
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Fat Ass Fudge: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
In the face of adversity and rejection, the founder of Fat Ass Fudge decided to turn her consternation into delicious chocolate, but did the Sharks invest?
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How Beef On Weck Became Buffalo's Juicier, Saltier Take On The French Dip
Buffalo, New York has a hidden local gem of a sandwich that's saltier than a classic French dip, thanks to the unique roll on which it's served.
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What Cut Of Meat Is Used For Swiss Steak?
Swiss steak may seem like it comes from Switzerland, but it doesn't -- Swissing is a type of tenderization, and it usually applies to one cut of meat.
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One Of JFK's Favorite Restaurants Is Still The Oldest Operating Spot In Boston
John F. Kennedy was a supremely loyal customer of a historic Boston eatery, which has also seen the likes of other presidents and celebrities.
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Oscar Wilde's Favorite Alcoholic Drink Was Once Banned In The US
History speaks of the green fairy, an enchanting liquor with a storied past: Absinthe, now popular again, Oscar Wilde's favorite drink, was once banned.
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Eggmazing Egg Decorator: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
Two friends watched their families make Easter eggs and the ensuing mess and vowed to change the way children decorated eggs, but how did they handle the Tank?
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The Brazen Way Dwight Eisenhower Cooked His Steak
Dwight Eisenhower had some pretty interesting preferences when it came to how he took his meals, including this unique way that he cooked his steak.
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Peanut Butter Pump: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
Part of the allure of peanut butter is its thick spreadability, but this very draw makes it tricky to get out of the jar, which is what inspired this inventor.
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Teddy Roosevelt's Favorite Fried Chicken Included A Hearty Topping
Teddy Roosevelt, America's 26th president, was known for his adventurous palate, but he was very picky when it came to fried chicken.
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The Yard Milkshake Bar: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
The Yard Milkshake Bar was popular and a success before it even stepped into the Tank, so how did its founders handle the Shark-infested waters?
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Ordering Steak Tips? They'll Be Different On The East And West Coasts
If you order a slew of steak tips on the East Coast and then the same thing on the West Coast, you're going to get two very different cuts of meat.
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Jimmy Carter's Favorite Cut Of Steak And How He Liked It Served
President Jimmy Carter was known for many things, including being a Nobel Peace Prize winner and classic American food -- especially his steak.
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The Safety Reason That Wooden Salad Bowls Went Out Of Style
An influential food writer in the 1930s explained how to eat a proper green salad, launching a myth that spurred the sale of wooden salad bowls.
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How Indian Cardamom Became A Scandinavian Staple Spice
How did cardamom, a warm spice native to India, travel to the distant Northern European region of Scandinavia and become a staple of its cuisine?
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The Martini That Was Invented On A Movie Set By Elizabeth Taylor And Rock Hudson
The martini that was invented on a movie set by Elizabeth Taylor and Rock Hudson
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