Why The Death In The Afternoon Cocktail Has Such A Morbid Name
If you've ever had a Death in the Afternoon cocktail or even heard of it, you might have wondered why it has such a morbid name. Here's the story.
Read MoreIf you've ever had a Death in the Afternoon cocktail or even heard of it, you might have wondered why it has such a morbid name. Here's the story.
Read MoreOnion rings are a modern fast food staple but have been around longer than you probably thought. Here's the history of the delicious fried side.
Read MoreA lot of fast food spots have tried out different fish sandwiches throughout the years, but they haven't always lasted. These are the discontinued ones.
Read MoreYou know about chocolate mousse, but what about its predecessor, chocolate mayonnaise? Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec made the treat that has been all but forgotten.
Read MorePopular lore may have told us that Marco Polo introduced pasta to Italy after traveling through China, but that couldn't be further from the truth.
Read MoreOut of all the companies in the world, Oscar Mayer is probably among the last you'd expect to launch a dating app. But back in 2015, that's just what it did.
Read MoreThese Quaker Oats recalls throughout the years have affected millions of people in the U.S. and its territories. From granola bars to cereal, here they are.
Read MoreOne variety of Australian biscuit has so much cultural importance, alter the recipe and you could get slapped with a hefty fine. But why is this so?
Read MoreLife Savers are a classic candy, but back in the '90s the brand tried out Life Savers Holes. Despite some success, the product was short lived. Here's why.
Read MoreCherries jubilee is enjoying some time in the spotlight of late, but the dish has been served for decades and it all started with a famous queen's celebration.
Read MoreFrito-Lay chips have been around for a long time and many flavors have come and gone. These are the discontinued chip flavors that deserve a comeback.
Read MoreCanned foods are long-lasting mainstays in home cooks' pantries. Here are 14 once-loved canned foods that have fallen out of fashion with modern eaters.
Read MoreMigration across cultures and geography can create some wonderful and exciting fusion foods, but what exactly is a Cheeky Chinese in the UK?
Read MoreGrappa is a traditional grape-based alcoholic spirit that's been enjoyed in Italy for centuries. Here's everything you need to know about it
Read MoreIf you're on the hunt for a travel destination with international appeal, one Greek island has you covered, as its the home of delicious, fresh olives and more.
Read MoreCheese curds are a Midwest favorite, whether you frequent BWWs, Culver's, or your favorite local haunt. But they're centuries older than you might imagine.
Read MoreThanksgiving foods come and they go, but there are some dishes that used to be super popular that have now fallen out of fashion. Here they are.
Read MoreBeer played an essential role in the story of the Pilgrims who first arrived in North America, as did the Native Americans who helped them brew it.
Read MoreWendy's has faced some serious hardships in the past few years, and there are some clear signs that the chain may not be around for very much longer.
Read MoreThanks to Paul Prudhomme, blackening food has become a vital cooking technique. Here's a brief overview and history of the blackening process.
Read MoreSee the history behind former President Bill Clinton and his favorite AR BBQ joint. Its history is long, but made all the more prestigious given this client.
Read MoreBeer brewing is a craft that dates back to 6,000 BCE. The breweries on this list aren't quite that old, but they still have centuries of fascinating history.
Read MoreEverybody knows the name sriracha at this point, but not everyone knows where it came from or who came up with this tangy, delicious recipe.
Read MoreNo celebration is complete without food, and Diwali is all about sweets. Here's the cultural reason why sweets are important on this special holiday.
Read MoreYum Yum sauce is such a mainstay of Japanese takeout these days, it's easy to forget someone had to come with it. Someone did, and relatively recently at that!
Read MoreWhen we're talking the history of fast food, we don't mean the raising of the first Golden Arches, we mean the time of the Pantheon. See its ancient roots.
Read MoreThe word "hibachi" might evoke very specific associations with a type of restaurant, but the history of the term tells a different and rather baffling story.
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