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  • Lowcountry seafood boil

    The Hearty Ingredients You Need For Lowcountry Boil

    Whether you're having a summer barbecue or a winter gathering, you can't go wrong with a filling Lowcountry boil. Here's how to make a traditional one.

    By Wendy Leigh September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • Person harvesting curly kale

    Why Kale Was Once A Halloween Staple

    Halloween and candy go hand in hand, but Halloween and kale? They actually have a historical connection that can be traced back to the Middle Ages.

    By Sharon Rose September 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • Ancient tablesetting

    The World's 10 Oldest Dishes And Where They Are Today

    Humans have been cooking up delectable dishes for as long as they've existed. Learn about the history and lineage of some of the oldest meals on record here.

    By Melissa Perreault September 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • Bucket of popcorn near Halloween decorations

    Halloween Raisins & Popcorn Were A Hot Commodity In The 1960s

    Halloween trick-or-treating is a time-honored tradition that provides a huge candy haul by the end of the holiday but it wasn't always full of the sweet stuff.

    By Erica Martinez September 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • traditional english eccles cakes with currants

    English Eccles Cakes, The Spiced Mini Pastries To Soothe Your Soul

    If the British are known for anything regarding culinary prowess, it's their delicious baked goods. The Lancastrian Eccles cake is one such spicy delicacy.

    By Carly Weaver August 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Cotton candy grapes on the vine

    Cotton Candy Grapes Are A Mix Of 2 Delicious Varieties

    Cotton candy grapes are a hybrid made in the traditional way, breeding two varieties together to create something entirely new and entirely delicious.

    By Audrey Enjoli August 29th, 2023 Read More
  • Candied apples on sticks with nuts

    Here's What Americans Ate On Halloween In The 1800s

    Halloween in the 1800s was not the candy-fueled celebration we know today. Back then, people celebrated with soul cakes, glazed apples, nuts, and colcannon.

    By Sharon Rose August 28th, 2023 Read More
  • Baked macaroni and cheese in baking dish

    12 Ingredients That Don't Belong In Macaroni And Cheese

    Mac and cheese is an American staple with many recipes passed down through families. But, some things should never go in the dish, and here are 12 of them.

    By Felicia Lee August 27th, 2023 Read More
  • salt shaker and teaspoon of salt

    Your Salt Passing Etiquette Has Been Wrong This Whole Time

    When you're dining with others, and someone asks for the salt, how do you pass it? If you don't do it this one way, you're absolutely doing it wrong.

    By Tobias Handke August 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Green mint limonana in glass with lemon slice

    Israel's Mint Lemonade Is An Advertising Fantasy Come To Life

    Want to beat the heat the same way only an Israeli can? You'll need to try this mint lemonade that started life as a fictional advertising campaign.

    By Sharon Rose August 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Shrimp cocktail served in glass

    The Prohibition Boom Of Shrimp Cocktail Sauce

    Shrimp cocktail sauce doesn't have to do with alcohol. The name refers to the Prohibition-era eateries and how it was served inside a cocktail glass.

    By Andrew Housman August 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Blowing bubble with bubble gum

    The Flavor Of Bubblegum Is Pretty Much Every Fruit

    With myriad gum flavors available today, the popularity of the retro-style bubblegum taste begs the question: What creates the flavor inside the treat?

    By Wendy Leigh August 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Eggs Florentine with spinach

    What Is Eggs Florentine, And How Is It Different From Eggs Benedict?

    Oscar Wilde once proclaimed, "An egg is always an adventure; the next one may be different." That holds for true for eggs Florentine and eggs Benedict.

    By Wendy Leigh August 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Tea and snacks

    The Scone Styles To Know For Sweeter Tea Parties

    Scones are a quintessential part of tea parties and there are many iterations of the afternoon snack. So, here's 13 styles that'll make your scones stand out.

    By Shelby Gruber August 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Watermelon sliced open with seeds

    Why Watermelon Is Considered A Vegetable In Oklahoma

    The watermelon has been Oklahoma's official state vegetable since 2007 - but not everyone is convinced the summertime treat isn't actually a fruit.

    By Andrew Housman August 5th, 2023 Read More
  • Pinole Blue's drink mix

    Pinole Blue: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Pinole Blue brings a traditional beverage from a mountainous region of Mexico to American homes, but did this traditional dish sink or swim on Shark Tank?

    By Khyati Dand August 3rd, 2023 Read More
  • martini with olives

    The Glamorous History Of The Martini

    The martini has a long and glamorous history. Learn about its ties to icons like James Bond, and explore how it became the classic cocktail we all love today.

    By Bobby Huen August 2nd, 2023 Read More
  • one glass of arak with water and one without

    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)?

    By Chris Sands August 1st, 2023 Read More
  • Many limes, one sliced in half

    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.

    By Gina Badalaty July 29th, 2023 Read More
  • 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
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