Does Mongolian Beef Actually Come From Mongolia?
It appears to be anyone's guess where the uncomplicated fan favorite dish from Chinese restaurant menus got its name, but one thing about it is for sure.
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The Infamous Cafe Al Capone Used To Frequent Along Route 66
The Luna Cafe, which recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, is a living ode to mob nostalgia, having been frequented by Scarface and his friends.
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How Bacon Became A Key Player In The Classic American Breakfast
What we end up putting in our bodies used to be a matter of what was available, but in a world of global commerce, it has as much to do with marketing
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The Pirate's House Is The Georgia Restaurant With History To Match The Name
The Pirates' House pays homage Savannah Georgia's swashbuckling past, part restaurant, part haunted (history) house, it's spooky delicious fun for the family.
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The Only Type Of Whisky Winston Churchill Liked To Sip On
Winston Churchill was known for being an avid and proud drinker. While he drank widely when it came to booze, for whisky, only one type would do.
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The Bizarre Absinthe Myth You Have To Stop Believing
You might associate absinthe with the opium dens and bohemian artists of old, but there's some misinformation surrounding the drink's mythic legacy.
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The Competing Origin Stories Behind Long Island Iced Tea
The Long Island Iced Tea is attributed to two different bartenders decades apart, one from Long Island, Manhattan, and the other from Kingsport, Tennessee.
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The First Texas Roadhouse Location Wasn't Where You'd Think
Texas Roadhouse may be full of the Lone Star State spirit, but it wasn't born there. See where the story began and how the founder created his vision.
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How Liquid Aminos Became A Health Food Store Icon
You've probably seen liquid aminos in a health food store at some point. Here's how they became so popular, and why they're still around today.
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Apples And Honey: What The Sweet Duo Means For Rosh Hashanah
One of the food traditions connected to Rosh Hashanah is eating apples dipped in honey. Why is this snack significant on this autumn holiday?
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Pasta Or Grain: Where Does Couscous Really Belong?
Explore whether couscous belongs in the pasta or grain category. Learn more about this versatile food and decide where it fits best in your diet.
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Explaining The Kangaroo Kicker, The Forgotten Cocktail That Was Inspired By WWII
A martini is a classic cocktail with a long history and many variations. In the wake of World War II, one was briefly known as a kangaroo kicker.
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Replace Mayo With Alabama White BBQ Sauce For A Tangy Coleslaw Upgrade
In many kitchens, coleslaw is made with a mayonnaise-based dressing, but using Alabama white BBQ sauce will bring an extra kick of heat that many will welcome.
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Biscuits And Gravy Is A Whole Lot Sweeter In Appalachia
Biscuits and gravy is a wholesome Southern classic and a delicious breakfast dish, and in Southern Appalachia, you'll find a distinctively sweet version.
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The Murky Origins Of The Sex On The Beach Cocktail
Sex on the Beach: It's more than the stuff of summer fantasies or a scene in "From Here to Eternity." It's a fruity cocktail with a tale behind it.
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Jimmy John's Almost Sold A Completely Different Type Of Food
Jimmy John's might've been known for an entirely different operation, an entirely different food if things had gone another way when it was being conceived.
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Give Your Salsa The East Texas Treatment With One Squeezable Addition
At most Mexican restaurants, you'll be served a few different salsas with your chips. But in East Texas, you might also be served a side of butter.
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The Origin Story Of Carolina Gold Rice Goes Way Back
Carolina Gold rice isn't just any kind of rice, but what makes it so special? The answer will take us all the way back to before the American Revolution.
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The Discontinued Hershey's Kisses We Want Back This Halloween
Of course, it's inevitable that some fun and tasty candies will get discontinued at some point ... but we can still pine for their return.
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The Site Of Bonnie And Clyde's Last Meal Is Worth A Road Trip
Just before being gunned down by law enforcement after the biggest manhunt of its time, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow stopped at a café in Louisiana for lunch.
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These Are The Customers Behind In-N-Out's 'Animal Style' Burger
The famous (and not so secret) Animal Style burger is an In-N-Out favorite, but where did its unique moniker come from? We have the surprising answer!
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What Beer Was Enjoyed At The First Oktoberfest Celebrations?
Märzen is an Oktoberfest classic, but this season, why not don your lederhosen, smash your steins, and drink the original Oktoberfest beer - a dunkel?
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A Brief History Of The Hot Dog And Its Bun
The history of the hot dog and its bun, a quintessentially American dish, is still debated today. We're here to try to separate fact from fiction.
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Before Ice Cream Came In Cones, The Treat Was Served In An Unsanitary Way
Before edible cones, ice cream was served another way. But sweet treats long preceded germ theory, so no one blushed at this, frankly, gross serving method.
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The Story Behind Cracker Barrel's Name
Cracker Barrel's name has a forgotten origin. Let's explore the folksy story behind it and how the restaurant captures the spirit of yesteryear.
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Jack-O-Lanterns Didn't Start Out As Pumpkins
The tradition of carving Jack-O-Lanterns for Halloween is rooted in Celtic folklore, although the original Jack-O-Lanterns weren't made with pumpkins.
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Here's The Company Behind The Majority Of The World's Fortune Cookies
See which company has produced the bulk of the world's fortune cookies for five decades. And despite the name, they aren't supposed to foretell anything.
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