Did The Pilgrims Really Settle At Plymouth Rock Because Of Beer?
Beer 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.
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Signs Wendy's May Not Be Around Much Longer
Wendy'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.
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We Can Thank One Chef For Introducing Us To Blackened Food
Thanks to Paul Prudhomme, blackening food has become a vital cooking technique. Here's a brief overview and history of the blackening process.
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The Arkansas Barbecue Restaurant Loved By President Bill Clinton
See 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.
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The 15 Oldest Breweries In The World With Beers Still In Production
Beer 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.
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Sriracha Is Named After A Real Place In Thailand
Everybody knows the name sriracha at this point, but not everyone knows where it came from or who came up with this tangy, delicious recipe.
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The Cultural Reason Sweets Are Savored On Diwali
No celebration is complete without food, and Diwali is all about sweets. Here's the cultural reason why sweets are important on this special holiday.
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The American Origins Of The Yum Yum Sauce We Love Today
Yum 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!
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The History Of Fast Food Goes Back Way Farther Than We Expected
When 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.
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The Confusing History Of Hibachi-Style Restaurants
The 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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Discontinued Fast Food Breakfast Items We Are Probably Never Getting Back
Fast food breakfast items come and go, but these are the ones that we will probably never get back, from places including McDonald's, Starbucks, and Wendy's.
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Who Really Invented The Juicy Lucy Burger?
The Juicy Lucy (or Jucy Lucy, depending on whom you ask), is a one of a kind burger. See what makes it unique, and the battle over where it was conceived.
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Princess Diana's Favorite Tea Had A Delicious Floral Twist
Princess Diana wasn't much of a tea drinker, but she did have a favorite. This tea combines rose petals with black tea and is enjoyed without cream or sugar.
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The Best Egg Salad Variations From Around The World
There's way more to the world of egg salad than just the classic American version. These are the best egg salad variations from around the world.
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The Origins Of The Now-Iconic Pickleback Shot
The pickleback has quickly risen to global popularity in recent years, but the idea of chasing whiskey with pickle juice originated at one humble bar.
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What Were The First-Ever Flavors Of Capri-Sun?
Capri-Sun has been around for decades and the variety of flavors available seems to grow every year, but what flavors were the very first Capri-Sun juice packs?
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The First Captain D's Sold Much More Than Seafood
Captain D's is a popular fast food seafood chain in the Southeast, but fish and shrimp were not the only offerings on the menu in its early days.
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Fast Food Menu Items That Upset Customers
Fast food restaurants have pretty much all had a bad reputation at one point or another, but these fast food menu items in particular upset customers.
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Whatever Happened To Surge, The Nostalgic '90s Discontinued Soda?
Back in the '90s Coca-Cola had a competitor to Mountain Dew called Surge, but unlike its competitor, it was short-lived and got discontinued in 2003.
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Did Wendy's Really Invent The Drive-Thru?
The drive-thru was a significant evolution in the American dining experience, but was Wendy's really the restaurant chain that brought this innovation to life?
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Did The Blondie Or Brownie Come First?
Blondies and brownies are both classic treats now, but which dessert was invented first? The answer to that question is surprisingly complicated.
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The Discontinued M&M's That We Are Desperately Missing
M&M's have a seemingly endless array of flavor varieties, but one discontinued version of the candy is something we'd love to see back on shelves.
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What To Look For When Picking Out Kosher Etrog This Sukkot
Finding the perfect etrog for Sukkot can be a challenge. Here are the things you need to look for to find a kosher etrog at your local market.
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The First Pumpkin Beer Goes Way, Way Back
Pumpkin beer might seem like a modern fad, but it predates the pumpkin spice latte by centuries. Its history goes back to the colonial period.
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The Poultry Wishbone Game Has Existed Since Ancient Times
You might have heard about the poultry wishbone game or even played it yourself. But did you know it has existed since ancient times? Here's the story.
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The Rich Fish Crucial To Indigenous Culture In The Pacific Northwest
Salmon has not only nourished the Pacific Northwest's Native Nations and their lands for thousands of years, it also has great spiritual significance.
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Why The Yom Kippur Fast Is Often Broken With Bagels
There's some history to why bagels are a common way the Yom Kippur fast is broken. See why bagels align with Jewish law and healthy fast-breaking.
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