The Cheese Mistake Americans Often Make In France
Traveling can be fraught, especially when cultures are similar but not quite the same. To avoid a gauche mistake, here's how (and when) to eat cheese in France.
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Why A Thanksgiving Meal Was Served To Passengers On The Titanic
The great tragedy of the Titanic resonates even today in part due to the extreme luxury even the second class experienced, including their meals. -
What Sets Wet Burritos Apart From Regular Ones?
A burrito is delicious no matter how you slice it (or, you know, don't). But what's a wet burrito and what makes it so unique? Here's what you need to know. -
What Is Converted Rice And How Do You Buy It?
If you haven't heard of converted rice, it's like a cross between white and brown -- with a little extra nutrition but without taking 40 minutes to cook. -
How Bangers And Mash Got Its Explosive Name
Have you heard of the traditional British dish called bangers and mash? Have you ever wondered how it got its name? Yeah, we did too - so we found out. -
What's A Hushpuppy And Why Is It Really Called That?
If you've ever enjoyed a full authentic Southern meal, chances are you've had hushpuppies. But, what are they and how did they get their name? -
We Have Irish Monks To Thank For Tennessee Whiskey
From Tennessee whiskey to Kentucky bourbon, we Americans should show our gratitude to none other than Irish monks for these iconic beverages. -
Why Is Everyone Putting Mushrooms In Matcha?
You may have seen it lurking in health food stores, near the supplements, or as an online ad, but just why are people adding mushrooms into their matcha lattes? -
The Key Difference Between Japanese And Indian Curry
Curries globally are spiced gravy dishes, usually served with rice, but that's where the similarities end. Here are how Japanese and Indian curries differ. -
Why Egyptian Pharaohs Took Watermelon To The Grave
Egyptian pharaohs loved watermelon, but more for its taste - rather the fruit served a purpose to help royalty on their journey to the afterlife. -
The Italian Dish That Gloriously Unites Steak With Leftover Pizza Sauce
What exactly do you do when you have half a jar of leftover pizza sauce but can't stomach another pizza? Why, you make carne alla pizzaiola, of course. -
Strato-Plates: The Retro Futuristic Origin Of Frozen Meals
Before the TV dinner there were Strato-Plates, a convenient microwave meal that was used for airplane passengers. Here's what happened to them. -
What Is Salsa Macha And How Do You Use It?
You've likely heard of salsa, but have you heard of salsa macha, which originates in southern Mexico? It's nutritious and delicious on just about everything. -
Nutritious Ezekiel Bread Gets Its Recipe From A Bible Verse
Ezekiel bread can be found just about everywhere now, but did you know that it gets its nutritious and delicious recipe straight from the Bible? -
Stop Believing The Myth That Gas Stoves Make Food Taste Better
There is a persistent idea that gas stoves make food taste better, but the truth is that they don't. They just heat faster but are infinitely more dangerous. -
The Difference Between Cuban Coffee And Typical Espresso
Cuban coffee, aka café Cubano aka cafecito, may look like a standard shot of espresso, but the two are strikingly different. Here's how the two taste. -
The Miso Alternative You Need For Bolder Flavors
Do you love the taste of miso, but you're excited for something new? Then you need to try this Korean staple for a flavor boost you'll love. -
The Vast Difference Between Whiskey And Whisky, Explained
You say tomato, I say tomahto -- but whiskey is whisky -- or is it? What, exactly, are the differences between the two spirits? Why do some have that extra "E?" -
The Exact Difference Between Apple Cider And Apple Juice
Autumn and apple season are pretty much synonymous, but what's the difference between clear apple juice and cloudy apple cider: the processing! -
The Controversial Ingredient In Texas Chili
Texas chili includes nothing more than beef, a puree of dried whole chilies (not chili powder), garlic, onion, stock or water, seasonings, and masa harina. -
Why The World's Most Expensive Caviar Was Once Banned In US
There are tons of ways to add elegance to a meal, but nothing is as jaw-dropping as a bump of caviar. Until very recently, the most expensive type was verboten. -
Blue Raspberry May Have Been The Solution To A Toxic Red Dye Problem
Blue, like red, is a vibrant color that appeals to young consumers. But unlike Red No. 2 - a dye that was ubiquitous in the 1970s - Blue No. 1 is not toxic. -
What Is The Difference Between Cognac And Brandy?
Cognac and brandy may get mistaken for one another quite frequently, but that's actually for good reason. Here's how these two are different. -
The Flavor Of Ube Is More Than Your Average Purple Sweet Potato
Ube may be associated with purple sweet potato, but the two are actually different foods entirely, each with their own unique flavor profile. -
The Reason Turkey Is Our Go-To Bird On Thanksgiving
Turkey and Thanksgiving go together like turkey and mashed potatoes - turkey and cranberry sauce! But why? Here's the interesting history of turkey-day. -
Details You'll Want To Know About Shark Tank's Wellingtons
Wellingtons, as the name implies, sells the luxury dish beef Wellingtons, but that's not all: Before diving into the tank, they built a company on many dishes. -
Here's What A '100% Juice' Label Actually Tells You
You might think that buying 100% juice grapefruit juice gets you, well, just grapefruit juice. Unless you read the ingredients, you might be mistaken.
