The 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest Was The Most Exciting In Years
The results of the thrilling 2024 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, which took place without reigning champion Joey Chestnut, are in.
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The History Of Sparkling Water Is Way Older Than You'd Think
Sparkling water is hugely popular today, but the concept of producing the fizzy beverage dates back to before America gained its independence.
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Swedish Hot Dogs Look Nothing Like The Franks We're Used To
A tunnbrödsrulle is Sweden's answer to the ballpark frank. While the weenie is intact, you won't find a bun, relish, or the condiments you're used to.
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The Unexpected Inspiration Behind Wendy's Iconic Frosty
The Wendy's Frosty comes from humble origins. It was inspired by frosted malts sold by a stand at the Thistledown racetrack in Cleveland in the 1960s.
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The Paper Plane Cocktail Was Named After A Classic Pop Song
The bourbon-based cocktail is a masterful combination of bitter, tangy, and herbal flavor notes; but the name gives no indication of what's in the drink.
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Dippin' Dots Are The Result Of A Science Experiment Gone Right
Dippin' Dots are a novelty you can't ignore on a hot summer day. But, did you know these tasty beads came from a love of science and not just dessert?
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What Sets Australian-Style Sushi Apart From The Rest
Australia may not be the first place you think of when you hear sushi, but Australian-style sushi is distinct from Japanese sushi in a few important ways.
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Are U.S. Baked And British Jacket Potatoes Really That Different?
Jacket potatoes are a hot food trend, but are British jacket potatoes really any different from American baked potatoes? The answer is yes, but it's subtle.
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How Head Cheese Got Its Unsettling Name
When they named head cheese, they only went half-euphemistic, because it isn't actually fromage. See why this meaty aspic has a long tradition of frugality.
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Does NYC's Tap Water Actually Make Its Bagels Better?
Many people say the water is the secret to NYC bagels. But could the water really be the difference between bagels made in New York and ones made elsewhere?
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The Origin Of Pizza Hut's Name Is Way Less Exciting Than You Think
You might think a name like Pizza Hut was product of a genius marketing scheme, but as legend has it, the name came from far more humble origins.
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How Banana Pudding Became The Queen Of Desserts In The South
Today, many would associate banana pudding with southern comfort food, but some of the dessert's components started elsewhere before arriving in the South.
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Blue Bell Creameries Originally Didn't Even Sell Ice Cream
Blue Bell began as the Brenham Creamery Company, founded by a group of local Texas businessmen in 1907. It did not start making or selling ice cream until 1911.
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Why Duke's Mayonnaise Has A Cult Following In The South
It's no surprise that Southerners take mayonnaise very seriously. For countless cooks and eaters in the South, Duke's is the only mayo worth using.
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What Is That Neon Green Topping On Chicago-Style Hot Dogs?
One of the classic toppings on a Chicago-style hot dog is a finely diced, visually arresting, neon-green condiment that sometimes baffles the eye.
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The Fruits That Give A.1. Sauce That Extra Punch Of Flavor
Surprisingly, A.1. Sauce's recipe includes two kinds of fruit. We examine how these sweet ingredients contribute to the sauce's signature flavor.
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The Retro Fast Food Chain That May Have Inspired Wendy's Square Burgers
Where did Dave Thomas find the inspiration for Wendy's? Some claim it was at a now-obscure Midwestern burger chain that also serves square burgers.
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Outback Steakhouse Is Not Nearly As Australian As You Might Think
If you're looking to try authentic Australian cuisine, don't go to Outback Steakhouse. Despite the restaurant chain's motif, it's 100% American.
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PEZ Was Created For A Pretty Adult Reason
PEZ is basically a childhood nostalgia staple with its colorful dispensers, but the candy originally was originally meant to remedy a very adult issue.
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The Discontinued Wendy's Stuffed Pitas That '90s Kids Will Never Let Go
Fast food chains discontinue items all the time, but sometimes, nostalgic customers keep their memory alive, as is the case for this late-'90s Wendy's item.
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Before Fridges, Russians Used To Keep Their Milk Fresh With Frogs
Letting an amphibian take up residence in your dairy products may not seem like a good idea, but believe it or not ... it works! Here's why.
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The Unspoken Connection Between Trader Joe's And Aldi
Aldi and Trader Joe's have a lot in common, and their similarities aren't necessarily by chance. The two have been connected since the late '70s.
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Trader Joe: The Real Man Behind The Grocery Empire
There was a real Joe behind Trader Joe's, a man who was on the risk of bankruptcy with a previous chain and came up with the idea for the popular grocery store.
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The Unexpected Condiment That Tops Biloxi-Style Pizza
Pizza can be topped with all sorts of surprising ingredients, and regional preferences abound. But Biloxi-style pizza uses a condiment you'd never expect.
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Why Taco Bell Tried And Failed To Break Into Mexico
Taco Bell, of course, sells Mexican-inspired food, but "inspired" is the key word there. That's part of why the chain didn't make it in Mexico itself.
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The Dark Rumor Behind Free Ice Cream Parties On Cruise Ships
If you are invited to an ice cream party on a cruise ship, it may be for a much darker reason than just a captain who's feeling extra generous.
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The Tremendous Number Of Beers Andre The Giant Could Throw Back
André the Giant's drinking exploits are the stuff of legend; here's how many beers the Giant himself once personally confirmed drinking in one night.
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