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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How Hairy Chinese Tofu Gets That Infamous Furry Coating
Hairy tofu, known as mao doufu in China, might look like it's gone bad, but it's safe to eat. Here's how this delicacy ends up furry-looking.
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Where In The World Did All The Slush Puppies Go?
The iconic ice-cold, fruity and sweet Slush Puppie holds a special place in the hearts of kids who grew up during the 1980s and 90s.
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Our Beloved Chicken Wings Were Once Considered Trash
It wasn't until the 1960s that fried, sauced chicken wings were first served in Buffalo. Before that, wings were an often-discarded afterthought.
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Stinkheads Are The Fermented Delicacy That Smell Exactly How They Sound
Stinkheads are basically exactly what they sound like. This ancient fermented delicacy remains an important traditional food for Indigenous Alaskans.
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Little Caesars Used To Sell Buckets Of Spaghetti And We Want Them Back
Remember when you could buy buckets of spaghetti at Little Caesars? Back in 1993, the company famous for "Pizza! Pizza!" briefly offered pasta.
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Is Poutine Really Just A Fancy Name For Loaded Fries?
Yes, poutine is a type of loaded fries, but you can't call any loaded fry dish "poutine" to sound fancy. Its Canadian history makes it unique.
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The Illegal Fruit That Looks Like A Banana And Smells Like An Orange
Banana passionfruit is beautiful and has a unique flavor. However, this beauty can become quite the beast, which is why it's become outlawed in certain places.
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We Need To Stop Thanking Thomas Jefferson For Mac And Cheese
While Thomas Jefferson is associated with mac and cheese, he most definitely didn't invent it, and similar recipes existed before the American Revolution.
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The Meat Anthony Bourdain Refused To Ever Eat Again
Chef extraordinaire Anthony Bourdain was known for trying any food he could get his hands on, but there's at least one that he wouldn't give a second chance.
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Space Bacon, Anyone? How The Breakfast Staple Made It To The Moon
One small step for man, one giant leap for bacon lovers everywhere. Here's how Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin ended up eating bacon during the moon landing.
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The Worm-Filled Cheese Delicacy That's Built For Foodie Dare Devils
You might consider yourself an adventurous eater, but trust us when we say this Sardinian cheese takes the cake when it comes to ick factor and risk.
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The Jiggly 'Mystery' Meal Beloved By Margaret Thatcher
Margaret Thatcher wasn't known for her cooking, as evidenced by recipe of hers known only as Mystery Starter. What exactly was this gelatinous appetizer?
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