Julia Child forever changed the American culinary scene, establishing the first cooking show ever, and her favorite chocolate cake is as classic as she is.
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Have you noticed those tiny, star-shaped pasta in the grocery store and on social media? Here's what it is called and why it's used often in Italian dishes.
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NYC's dirty water hot dogs aren't actually cooked in dirty water, and, despite the name, are popular with tourists and locals like Bourdain alike.
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Whether you call it a donut burger, a Luther burger, or the Mulligan burger, slapping a Krispy Kreme on a hamburger as a bun has relatively modern origins.
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Steak and eggs is the standard pre-launch meal for NASA astronauts, a tradition that dates back to the dawn of American spaceflight. But why is this?
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How long has pho been delighting taste buds across the US? Probably not as long as you'd think. Here's the history behind this dish's stateside popularity.
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If you're fascinated by the favorite food of U.S. presidents (past and present), these classic New England staples that JFK loved might get your mouth watering.
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Cured sausages often appear quite similar, but there are important differences between them. Hot dogs and frankfurters, for example, are quite different.
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Prince Harry has made likely made history with his move to California, but his favorite roast chicken is beyond simple and something anyone can make.
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Beignets and donuts may seem similar, but their texture, ingredients, and origins set them apart. Find out what makes each of these delicious treats unique.
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While the hot Texas wiener doesn't actually come from Texas, its origins may still surprise you. Here's more about this historic, and delicious, iconic hot dog.
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Pretzels and beer are a classic pairing. But how did the combo come about, and why does it work so well?
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While, at first glance, the two crab cakes might seem the same, Maryland and Carolina crab cakes couldn't be more different from binder to ingredients.
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Cookie salad may sound like a bit of an oxymoron, but this sweet, midwestern classic has been enjoyed in certain regions of the U.S. for decades.
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If you went on a road trip during the 60s, 70s, or even the 80s, you probably saw these iconic orange-roofed restaurant-hotel combos that have since vanished.
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Sure, Wisconsin is the official cheese state and New York knows a thing or two about pizza, but what state chows down on ice cream the most?
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Florida is home to many restaurants that serve delicious Cuban sandwiches, but there is one classic institution that's more well-known than all the rest.
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For Fourth of July celebrators, the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog eating contest is an annual tradition -- but the fun and games also has its share of controversy.
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Millions of people dine at Burger King around the world, but is the fast food chain the only "royal" name on the block? Here's what we found out.
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Bologna is an American lunch staple, but this cold cut is surrounded by mystery. Let's uncover exactly what's going into those fried bologna sandwiches.
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There have been several major hot dog recalls over the years. From metal contamination to listeria, here's a bunch of recalls worth knowing about.
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While the differences between bourbon and whiskey might be subtle, there is one rule in particular regarding the flavor that sets them apart.
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White House chefs have to adhere to some pretty strict rules, from timing certain meals to learning new specialties. Here's some very interesting facts.
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The McLobster, Mighty Wings, Hula Burger -- these are just a few of the McDonald's menu items that are considered big failures.
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In the United States we eat a a lot of beef and chicken, so it may come as a surprise that neither protein leads the worldwide total in consumption.
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Frozen foods may last indefinitely, but that doesn't mean they're always totally safe. This became abundantly clear following a large frozen chicken recall.
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Poutine is a deceptively simple dish, but according to one expert, the true, authentic version comes from only one place: Quebec, Canada.
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