There's Actually No Real Difference Between East And West Coast Butter
If you love to cook or bake, you might have come across East and West Coast butters. But the truth is, there's actually no real difference between the two.
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The Most Iconic Styles Of Mashed Potatoes, Explained
Mashed potatoes may be considered a bland dish, but it's also extremely versatile. And, these iconic global variations could raise your mash to the next level.
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The Flavor Profile That Sets Meyer Lemons Apart
Meyer lemons are a very specific kind of the citrus that is actually a cross with another sweet fruit, which gives them an incredible flavor profile.
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What Is Coriander, And What Does It Have To Do With Cilantro?
Depending on what part of the world you live in, coriander may mean something different, but it's all part of the cilantro plant. Here's what you need to know.
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The Creamy Ingredient That Defines Seattle-Style Hot Dogs
The hot dog has many regional variations, from Detroit's Coney Island dog to Arizona's Sonora-style frankfurter. In Seattle, they add this creamy ingredient.
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Make A Fruit Shrub Syrup And Drink Like An Ancient Warrior
Fruit shrubs might be the next big thing, and no, we're not talking about foliage here. This type of drink has been popular for centuries and is due a comeback.
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Michelangelo's Grocery List, And The Reason He Sketched It
Like other Italians, Michelangelo ate a lot of bread and fish, while washing it down with some wine, which was clearly illustrated on his grocery list.
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A Newly Discovered Pompeii Fresco May Depict Ancient Pizza
An unearthed depiction of food from ancient Pompeii has us questioning everything we thought we knew about the history of pizza.
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America's Strangest 4th Of July Food Tradition Is Based On A Rumor
Move aside black eyed peas, it's time to talk turtle. You may have heard that turtle soup was eaten by the Adams, but the history is a bit more complicated.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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