Why The US Once Banned Sliced Bread
Sliced bread has been wildly popular since it first hit store shelves in the 1930s, but for a brief time, it wasn't allowed in the United States. Here's why.
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Why Some Dairy-Free Boba Teas Aren't Vegan
Boba teas are typically made with either fruit tea or milk tea, but even the dairy-free options might not technically be vegan. Here's why.
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Are Humans Hard-Wired To Love Carbs? Scientists Think So
Carbs are one of the most misunderstood and important aspects of the human diet, but it turns out we may actually be hard-wired to seek them out.
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What Actually Makes A Pizza Vegan?
Though most pizza doughs and sauces are inherently vegan, plenty of animal-based products can hide in your savory pie.
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The Celebrity Chef Who Was Also A Spy For The Early CIA
Julia Child is one of the most important figures in modern cooking, but long before she was a famous chef, Child worked for a precursor to the CIA.
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How The Classic Pound Cake Got Its Name
It may surprise you just how classic pound cake really got its name. Hint: It's not in reference to how much the cake weighs.
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How The Decline Of Sardines Led To The Rise Of Tuna
Tuna is one of the most popular canned fish around, but before it became an everyday staple food, people savored sardines. Here's what happened.
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Dates Vs Prunes: What's The Difference?
Delicious to snack on or enjoy in desserts, dates and prunes are both dried fruits, but they aren't exactly the same. Here's what to know about them.
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Gordon Ramsay's Go-To Advice For Aspiring Chefs
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has doled out lots of advice over the course of his illustrious career, and this is what he had to say to cooks looking to go pro.
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How Faygo Soda Became A Classic Michigan Drink
Faygo soda is synonymous with Michigan, even becoming touted by Detroit's Insane Clown Posse. Here's how the soda became associated with the state.
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The Myths And Truths Behind The Horse Meat Scandal That Haunted Burger King
In 2013, Burger King found itself tied to a scandal around horse meat. Here are the myths and truths behind the incident that has haunted the fast food chain.
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How Spaghetti Dinners Became A Tradition In Arkansas
Spaghetti dinners are a tradition in Arkansas, bringing together people from all over, but where did this tradition begin? Let's take a look at the history.
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Women Once Totally Dominated The Beer And Brewery Industry
Beer may have pretty masculine connotations these days, but that wasn't always the case. Here's how women used to run the brewing industry.
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The Pennsylvania Drink That Tastes Like Tree Bark, But In A Good Way
Made from distilled black birch sap, birch beer is a quintessential Pennsylvania soda that'll win over root beer lovers.
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How Blue Cheese-Stuffed Olives Ended Up In Your Martini
Prefer your martini with a snack? Find out who boldly dropped blue cheese-stuffed olives into a cocktail glass to gin up this tasty garnish.
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Do You Actually Need To Store Pickles In The Fridge?
Pickles have undergone preservation, so do we really need to be storing them in the fridge after we open them? Here's what the science says.
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The Origins Of The Classic Milky Way Candy Bar
The Milky Way bar is a classic - you've probably had a few in your time. But where did it all start? To answer that, we have to dive a bit back into history.
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12 Discontinued McDonald's Menu Items We're Not Getting Back
McDonald's has some of the most famous fast-food items in the world, but not every idea the chain has had worked out. Here are some you can't get anymore.
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Why Soft Cheeses Are The Worst For Those With Lactose Intolerance
There's a scientific reason why people with lactose intolerance should reach for hard, aged cheeses instead of soft cheeses.
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How Alpine Inn In California Served As The Birthplace Of The Internet
The internet's origins are often credited to UCLA, but this historic tavern near Stanford University is considered by some as the internet's true birthplace.
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Gyoza, Potstickers, And Dumplings: What's The Difference?
In East Asian cuisines alone, you might find gyoza, potstickers, and dumplings. There are so many words for them, but how do you know which one you want?
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So What Flavor Is Red Velvet Anyways?
We've probably all enjoyed a slice of vibrantly colored and subtly sweet red velvet cake at some point in our lives. But exactly what flavor is red velvet?
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The Hands-Down Best Apple Juice To Pick Up At The Store Isn't Martinelli's
Martinelli's might get a lot of love from apple juice drinkers, but there's another brand you should keep an eye out for when you're grocery shopping.
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Anthony Bourdain's Favorite Dessert Was A Nostalgic Caramel Treat
Chef, author, and television host Anthony Bourdain was a discerning culinary icon, and his favorite dessert was steeped in both nostalgia and caramel.
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How California Became The Unofficial Birthplace Of Fast Food
From McDonald's to Taco Bell, the Golden State is where many major fast food chains first opened. Here's why fast food took off in California, in particular.
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Is It Safe To Cook Frozen Chicken Without Thawing It?
It's time for dinner, and you forgot to take the chicken out of the freezer! Is it safe for you to cook your chicken without thawing it? Here's what to know.
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The Worst Bottled Buffalo Sauce Is Made By A Popular Grocery Chain
When deciding which type of Buffalo sauce to use on your chicken wings, you may want to avoid this grocery chain's condiment for your precious poultry.
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