Chicago's Gravy Bread Is Exactly What It Sounds Like
If you haven't heard of gravy bread, you're missing out on a Chicagoan delicacy. No, it isn't fancy. Yes, it is exactly what it sounds like, and it's delicious.
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Here's Why Some People Don't Eat Rice During Passover
During Passover, much of the Ashkenazi community (Jews who relocated to Central and Eastern Europe) refrain from eating rice as well as leavened bread. But why? -
The Historic Reason Bagels Have A Hole In The Center
It's true that a bagel would just look wrong without the hole, but the true purpose of this iconic feature has both historical and culinary significance. -
The Origin Of The Rusty Nail — Frank Sinatra's Go-To Cocktail
Frank Sinatra's go-to cocktail order, the Rusty Nail, carries an air of mystery in its name, its possible origin story, and even one of its key ingredients. -
Audrey Hepburn's Absolute Favorite Pasta Dish
Audrey Hepburn had an appetite both for life and good food, but her favorite? A simple but elegant spaghetti al pomodoro featuring tomatoes from her garden. -
Nashville Hot Chicken Got Its Start Over A Bad Breakup
Nashville hot chicken is a popular dish that's served all over the country today but it got its start in the Tennessee city after a bad breakup inspired revenge -
Why Alabama's Signature BBQ Sauce Is White
While other barbecue sauces are based on tomatoes, mustard, or even vinegar, Alabama's signature sauce is based on mayonnaise, which gives it its pale color. -
How Moose Tracks Became An Ice Cream Parlor Staple
Moose tracks is one of the most popular ice cream flavors in America and it has just as a delicious history beginning in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. -
The Origin Of Guacamole Is More Ancient Than You'd Think
Believe it or not, guacamole was not invented at Chipotle. It dates way back to the Aztec Empire, where it went by a different name, but was just as tasty. -
The Country That Drinks The Most Alcohol In The World
There are plenty of countries known for their native alcohol, but the country that has recently moved to the top of the line for consumption may surprise you. -
The Accidental 1940s Origin Of Nachos
Without the creativity of a local restaurant worker in Mexico in 1940, we may have never know nachos. Here's the story of Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya. -
The Difference Between Poke And Ceviche Is All In The Acid
Ceviche is almost always soaked in a citrus marinade. Poke, on the other hand, is dressed with ingredients like sesame oil, soy sauce, and green onions. -
Why The Irish Actually Don't Eat Corned Beef On St. Patrick's Day
Corned beef may be the de facto meal for St. Patrick's Day in America, but due to Ireland's history with the dish, revelers there enjoy a much different meal. -
What Is Sweet And Sour Sauce, Anyway?
Sweet and sour sauce adorns some of our favorite Chinese-American dishes, like sweet and sour pork or chicken. But what, exactly, is in the sauce? -
The Reason European Cafes Serve Shots Of Water With Their Coffee
If you visit Italy and stop to get a cheeky espresso, you may be surprised to see a small glass of water plopped down beside your coffee. Here's why. -
The Reason Moscow Mules Are Served In Copper Mugs
Some cocktail aficionados believe that the iconic copper mug accentuates the flavors of the Moscow Mule's ingredients, and enhances their aromas as well. -
Why We Think Of Apple Pie As American, Even Though It's Not
There's nothing quite as American as apple pie, right? Well, maybe not considering apple pie originated in 1300s England. Or does that make it more American? -
How Caffe Lena Became The Oldest Coffee Shop In The US
When we think coffeehouse, we may automatically think of places like Starbucks, but we should be thinking of Caffe Lena, the oldest coffee house in the USA. -
Potato Candy Puts A Sweet Spin On Leftover Mashed Potatoes
It's easy to dismiss potato candy as a strange and gimmicky idea, but this treat is beloved around the world and even has a special place in American history. -
How Pineapple Became A Controversial Pizza Ingredient
When pineapple was first added to pizza in the 1960s, its creator was actually just trying to capitalize on the Tiki-obsessed population of the time. -
Why Chocolate Mousse Was Once Called Mayonnaise
Chocolate mousse was once known as "chocolate mayonnaise" in its native France, and the possible reasoning behind the name is less literal than you may think. -
The Toasty Flour Your Banana Bread Needs
If you want to amp up your banana bread, you may want to swap out traditional flour for an ancient grain, einkorn. It's toasty, malty, and delicious. -
The Whimsical Origins Of Snickerdoodle Cookies
Some people believe snickerdoodles to be of German origin, but the simple, delicious cookies were actually likely first created in New England. -
The Sopranos-Esque Reason Capicola Is Also Called Gabagool
We have "The Sopranos" to thank for many cultural touchpoints including how they said certain Italian words like gabagool, another way to say capicola. -
The Origins Of Fast Food In The Ancient Roman Empire
While any Californian can tell you In-N-Out was the first modern drive-thru burger joint, fast food actually has its roots in none other than Ancient Rome. -
The Unsanitary Way The Screwdriver Cocktail Got Its Name
If you wondered how the screwdriver got its name and assumed it had something to do with real screwdrivers, you're bang on. Or at least that's what legends say. -
Bread With Chocolate Sprinkles Is The Netherlands' Favorite Breakfast
Hagelslag - sweet chocolate-flavored sprinkles dusted on buttered toast, similar to Australian fairy bread - is a beloved breakfast in the Netherlands.
