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  • Pizza inside GreenBox

    GreenBox: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    GreenBox was started by college friends looking to solve the problem of bulky pizza boxes, turning them into plates and containers, but how did the Sharks feel?

    By Khyati Dand April 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Container of Reely Hooked Fish Company smoked fish dip

    Reely Hooked Fish Company: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Reely Hooked Fish Company sought to bring a protein-packed, low calorie option to the world of fish dips, but how did the Sharks like the taste?

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed April 26th, 2024 Read More
  • barbecue meat skewers on banana leaves

    Why Bananas Are So Important To Filipino BBQ

    Many ingredients define Filipino cuisine, but banana ketchup is the secret sauce in every kitchen (and it's responsible for the cuisine's trademark sweetness).

    By Bridget Kitson April 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Elvis Presley smiling

    The Sandwich Elvis Presley Loved So Much, He Ate It By The Loaf

    Elvis Presley is as known for his music as his namesake sandwich, which he first tried in 1976 in Denver and bought the recipe. Here's what was inside.

    By Jennifer Mathews April 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Bottles of Victoria's Kitchen Almond Water

    Victoria's Kitchen Almond Water: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Victoria's Kitchen Almond Water sought to bring a popular, refreshing European drink to the United States, but how did the company fare in Shark-infested water?

    By Khyati Dand April 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Seafood Alfredo pasta dish from Olive Garden with shrimp and scallops

    Are Red Lobster And Olive Garden Owned By The Same Company?

    Red Lobster and Olive Garden both began in the same state, Florida, but who started each and, with similar deals, are they currently owned by the same company?

    By Sharon Rose April 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Khasha Touloei and Maynard Okereke on the set of "Shark Tank"

    Chicken Salt: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    While there are many different vegan products available, Chicken Salt and Jada Brands stand apart with their focus on low sodium, but did the Sharks bite?

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen April 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Pile of tomatoes

    Why It Seems Like Tomatoes Are Becoming Less Flavorful

    No, you're not imagining it: Tomatoes today are a lot less flavorful on average than they used to be. And this has a lot to do with American history.

    By Catherine Rickman April 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay smiling at 2024 South Beach Wine and Food Festival

    Canola Vs Olive Oil? Bobby Flay Has A Clear Favorite

    While they each have their own merits, Bobby Flay has a certain favorite -- or, at least, a particular oil that he uses much more than the other.

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen April 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Bags of Fresh Bellies snacks

    Fresh Bellies: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    The owner of Fresh Bellies, Saskia Sorrosa, sought to challenge babies' palates to help parents avoid picky eating, but did the Sharks take a bite?

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed April 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Mug of beer with an Icelandic flag

    Why Beer Was Once Illegal In Iceland

    On March 1, 1989, the people of Iceland had one thing on their minds: beer. For the first time in nearly 75 years, full strength brews were available.

    By Joey DeGrado April 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Egg salad strawberry Inkigayo sandwich

    K-Pop's Inkigayo Sandwich Pairs Egg Salad With Sweet Jam

    You've heard of Japanese egg sandwiches, but have you heard of their Korean cousin, the Inkigayo? Named after a broadcaster, it's a blend of sweet and savory.

    By Arianna Endicott April 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Betty white smiling

    Betty White's Go-To Snacks Prove She's An Icon

    Betty White was a master in acting and class, and no one could accuse her of lacking in taste, especially not when it came to her all-American favorite snacks.

    By Jennifer Waldera April 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • spoonful of instant coffee

    You Can Thank The US Army For The Popularization Of Instant Coffee

    Instant coffee seems high-tech, but its origins stretch back centuries, with the main push for innovation being the dire demands of the U.S. army.

    By Khyati Dand April 21st, 2024 Read More
  • fishing boats and caught fish surrounded by snow

    Why 4 Actual Wars Broke Out Over Cod Fish

    While allies in NATO, Britain and the micronation of Iceland went head to head no fewer than four times, all over the right to fishing territory.

    By Bridget Kitson April 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Elvis Presley smoldering in promo shoot

    The Unique Ingredient That Made Meatloaf Elvis Presley's Favorite Food

    Elvis is known for his music, acting, but also his appetite -- and yet he preferred the style of cooking he grew up with, which included fillers in meatloaf.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt April 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Trinidad doubles

    What Are Trinidad Doubles And What Makes Them Different From Roti?

    Trinidad doubles feature yeasted flatbreads known as baras, typically made from wheat flour, and are considered a complete dish, while rotis are a component.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed April 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Boston cream pie

    Chocolate Wasn't Considered A Dessert Until Boston Cream Pie Came Along

    When a French chef poured glossy chocolate on top of what would later become known as today's Boston cream pie, he changed the course of desserts forever.

    By Erica Martinez April 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Grits and shrimp

    For Unbeatable Southern Food, Hit Up The Grits Belt

    In the heart of the Grits Belt, you can expect not only to find grits on most restaurant menus, but some of the best Southern cuisine in general.

    By Erica Martinez April 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Eating Indian thali off banana leaf by hand

    The Rules For Eating With Your Hands In India, Africa, And The Middle East

    It's still the norm to eat with your hands in places like India, Africa and The Middle East, but there are techniques, rules, and etiquette to follow.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed April 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Long island iced tea cocktail in a bar

    Is The Home Of The Long Island Iced Tea In Tennessee Or New York?

    Long Island iced teas are as notorious as they are guaranteed to result in a nice buzz, but the origins of said cocktail are actually in dispute.

    By Avery Tomaso April 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Elvis Presley with white sport jacket

    For Elvis Presley, Gatorade Was The King Of Drinks

    Elvis Presley may have been known for his smooth croon, but he was also very particular about his diet, which included -- you guessed it -- orange Gatorade.

    By Sharon Rose April 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Heidi Ho's ne chevre black lava cheeze

    Heidi Ho: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Heidi Ho's mission was to bring healthy -- and plant-based -- cheese alternatives that were made with natural ingredients everywhere, but did it succeed?

    By Khyati Dand April 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Tartiflette in a round baking on a dark wood surface

    Tartiflette Adds A French Twist To Cheesy Potatoes

    Do you love potatoes? How about when they're paired with cheese and sumptuous bacon? If you answered yes (and who wouldn't?), it's time to meet tartiflette.

    By Food Republic Staff April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • MealEnders bags lined up

    MealEnders: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    When the CEO of MealEnders started his company, his goal was to help himself lose weight, and he designed his lozenges to do just that, but did the Sharks bite?

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • Swirling a glass of red wine

    Blendtique Wine Company: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Have you ever wanted to create your own custom blend of wine? That was the idea behind Blendtique, but did the Sharks end up biting on a deal?

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed April 12th, 2024 Read More
  • turkey and gravy TV dinner

    Why TV Dinners Fell Out Of Popularity

    The technological innovations that defined TV dinners also lead to their downfall, as frozen food giants learned that convenience doesn’t trump nutrition.

    By Catherine Rickman April 12th, 2024 Read More
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