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.
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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. -
Xuixo Is The Croissant-Like Pastry That Was Named After A Sneeze
Receiving its name from an old wives' tale, Xuixo is the delectable churro-croissant hybrid named after an encounter between star-crossed lovers. -
How Eggs Came To Be The Hero Of Breakfast
Breakfast is a relatively new custom in human history, though eggs have been around as long as people have. Here's how eggs came to be the hero of breakfast. -
The First Creme Sandwich Cookies Came Years Before Oreo
Delve into the origins of the first creme sandwich cookie, predating Oreo's fame. Relish in the timeless deliciousness that paved the way for an iconic snack. -
How Scrapple Became A Pennsylvania Dutch Staple
Scrapple is a unique and tasty food item that originated in Pennsylvania's Lancaster County, an area famous for its German origins and Amish community. -
Before Movie Theaters, Popcorn Was The Prototype For Breakfast Cereal
Corn, originally known as "maize" in the Americas, has been eaten for thousands of years. And it's widely believed that its earliest uses involved being popped. -
The Unexpectedly Ancient Origins Of French Toast
It wasn't the French who first created the now-iconic brunch dish. It turns out that the idea of French toast began as early as the days of ancient Rome. -
The Wide-Ranging Medicinal Origins Of Chewing Gum
Before it was chewed for fun, gum was viewed as a form of medicine.in ancient cultures, with benefits ranging from healing wounds to staving off hunger. -
The Happy Accident Behind The Invention Of Waffle Cones
Waffle cones are a classic and nostalgic way to enjoy ice cream, but it turns out their entire existence comes down to a fortunate accident. -
13 Things You Didn't Know About Tomatoes
Tomatoes have an interesting history. Here's our extensive list of the things you might not know about tomatoes. Read on for all the details.
