What Was Sold In The Very First Food Vending Machine?
We can now rely on the convenience of a vending machine to satisfy our hunger or thirst - but that wasn't always the case since gum was once the only option.
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Inside Queen Victoria's Rumored Passion For Mangosteens
Queen Victoria's colonial reign was well known for her acquisition and love of all things foreign, from her "adoptees" to her passion for this particular fruit. -
Korean Fried Chicken Was Invented On The Battlefield
Fried chicken has existed for thousands of years, with roots in China, the Middle East, and Africa, but Korean fried chicken was invented on the battlefield. -
You Can Thank Starbucks For The Rise Of Flavored Lattes
From the eggnog latte that was popular in the '90s to the pumpkin spice latte, Starbucks pioneered the way for other coffee shops to sell flavored lattes. -
Why Home Cooks Shouldn't Worry About Nutmeg's Hallucinatory Effects
Nutmeg is more than just a holiday spice, but should home cooks be worried? Find out why its hallucinatory properties are not a cause for concern. -
What It Means To Bake Vs. Roast Food In The Oven
The history of cooking, from meat to bread, is long. Over time, tradition and definitions have changed. This is what it means to bake vs roast food in the oven. -
What Ancient Roman Spectators Snacked On At The Colosseum
Archaeological finds in recent years have shown that some of the ancient Roman options for snacks were similar to the fare that can be found in arenas today. -
Beethoven Paid A Heavy Price For His Love Of Mac And Cheese
Ludwig van Beethoven wasn't eating Kraft or Stouffer's brand macaroni and cheese. He was eating a much fancier version, as befits a late classical music icon. -
The Unusual Meat Charles Darwin Favored Above All Else
While at sea, Charles Darwin pursued his passion for consuming animals not normally found on a dinner plate - but he enjoyed a particular meat about all. -
What Was Actually Served At Cleopatra's Most Lavish Banquet
The most famous banquet Mark Antony ever attended was one thrown by his lover, Egyptian queen Cleopatra. It's still talked about over 2,000 years later. -
Sichuan Peppercorns Aren't Really Peppercorns. So What Are They?
When is pepper not really pepper? Well, Sichuan peppercorns aren't really peppercorns. So what are they? Here's everything you should know about this spice. -
Spoiled Bread May Have Caused The Salem Witch Trials
Did spoiled rye bread lead to the Salem Witch Trials? This theory suggests a curious blend of biology and history behind the notorious event. -
New York's Egg Cream Drink Doesn't Contain Either Of Those Ingredients
If you've spent any time in the New York City diner scene then you may have seen the famous egg cream on the menu, which doesn't actually contain eggs or cream. -
The Quirky Concessions Theatre Goers Ate At Shakespeare's Globe
Who hasn't gone to a play and wished they had an entire roast chicken to eat? These are some of the quirky concessions theatre goers ate at Shakespeare's Globe. -
11 Discontinued Ben & Jerry's Flavors We Want To Revive
Yes, Ben & Jerry's is hugely popular! But did you know they've discontinued many flavors? Here's 11 we thought you should know about -- and we'd like them back! -
How British Imperial Forces Created Today's Misunderstanding Of Curry
Who doesn't love a good tikka masala? However, it may be surprising to learn about how British imperial forces created today's misunderstanding of curry. -
Roman Emperors Were Strangely Fascinated By Asparagus
Take a journey through history and uncover the allure of asparagus to Roman emperors, exploring the enigmatic connection that captivated these ancient rulers. -
The Troubled Origins Of Sliced Bread
You'd assume that the genius inventor of sliced bread cashed in on his invention and spent his days soaking in the sun, but quite the contrary. -
Bacon Was The Centerpiece Of The First Meal Ever Eaten On The Moon
Uncover the delicious legacy of the first moon meal, where bacon played a starring role, forever immortalizing its savory and out-of-this-world taste. -
Everything You Should Know About Adobo And Its Definitive Styles
If you're a bit confused about what adobo is, you're not alone. We're giving you some history on adobo and revealing the variety of its delectable styles. -
What Are Butter Beans? It Depends On Where You Live
Butter beans aren't just beans with butter on them, so what are they? Turns out, they might just have a different name depending on where you are in the world. -
The Dramatic Life, Death, And Reprise Of Disney World's Handwich
Is Disney World really the Happiest Place on Earth if you're still eating the same boring, old sandwiches? That's why the handwich was created. -
The Lavish Palace Feast Behind The World's First Menu
The lavish feast behind the world's first menu included 70,000 of Neo-Assyrian monarch Ashurnasirpal II's guests enjoying tens of thousands of pounds of food. -
The Slightly Gross Way The Mississippi Mud Pie Got Its Name
The Mississippi mud pie layers syrup, custard, crumbles, and cake to create an exploration of all the different textures and flavors that chocolate can offer. -
The Murky Origins Of Churros, From China To The Spanish Mountains
Because fried dough exists in some form in pretty much all corners of the world, tracking a particular version's origin can often be a complex matter. -
The World's First Frozen Foods Date Back Thousands Of Years
Frozen food is a staple of the supermarket, one we mostly credit to Clarence Birdseye. But the history of freezing food actually dates back thousands of years. -
The Denver Omelette Got Its Start As A Massively Popular Sandwich
Before the Denver omelette, there was the Denver sandwich. And the Denver sandwich's origins might go far back as the days of covered wagons.
