One Of Delaware's Oldest Restaurants Is Named After A Civil War General
One of the oldest still-operating restaurants in Delaware is Kelly's Logan House, a tavern named after a lauded Union general from the Civil War.
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The Country That Makes The Most Chocolate Isn't Belgium
While some countries are perhaps more associated with chocolate, the country that produces the most of the stuff flies under the radar in Europe.
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The Rainy State That Grows The Most Cherries
If you love cherry pie, cherry turnovers, and cherry juice, there's one state in the U.S. that you have to thank for the abundance of the fruit.
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What Makes Syracuse Salt Potatoes Stand Out From The Rest?
A Central New York favorite, Syracuse salt potatoes are a creamy, briny delight. Here's what gives them an edge over your run-of-the-mill spuds.
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What Type Of Alcohol Is Moonshine, Exactly?
Moonshine, white lightning, rot gut -- whatever you call it, it's typically distilled at home and produces a clear liquor, but what is that liquor exactly?
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The Renaissance-Era Steak Dish We Still Eat The Same Way Today
When you think of the Renaissance, you most likely don't think of steak. However, there is a steak dish from this era that we still eat the same way.
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The 28th US President Drank An Absurd Egg Concoction For Breakfast
The 28th president of the United States reportedly consumed eggs for breakfast - only, rather than eating them scrambled, he drank them in a bizarre concoction.
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The Festive Drink That New Orleans Serves Frozen
If you're in New Orleans around the holidays you may want to search out this festive frozen drink that is a new take on a spirited favorite.
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The History Of Kentucky's Iconic Hot Brown Sandwich Began During Prohibition
The Kentucky Hot Brown is a classic hangover cure (and a delicious one), but funnily enough, its origin story has roots in the anti-alcohol age of Prohibition.
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The Jamaican Origins Of Hummingbird Cake, A Southern Classic
This delicious cake made with pineapples, bananas, spices, and cream cheese frosting may be a Southern favorite, but it was first made in the Caribbean.
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The 5th President's Favorite Food Was A Souffle-Like Bread Dish
The United States' Virginia-born 5th president had typically Southern tastes when it came to food. His favorite was a variant of a beloved regional favorite.
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For Hassle-Free Fry Bread, There's One Canned Shortcut
Fry bread is a culturally complicated staple in many Native American traditions, and while it typically only has two ingredients, you can use a canned shortcut.
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What Flavor Is The Pink Starburst Actually Supposed To Be?
Widely known as the "pink" Starburst (or "the pink one"), people often don't know what the actual flavor is meant to be even though it's written on the wrapper.
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Bourbon May Be An American Spirit, But Its Name Comes From France
As far as spirits go, nothing is more American than bourbon whiskey, but if it's so darn Yankee doodle, why is it named after a French royal dynasty?
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Will Eating Bourbon Balls Actually Give You A Buzz?
Bourbon balls, as their name implies, contain real bourbon, but how much? Can you actually get drunk while eating these traditional Southern delights?
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One Of Julia Child's Favorite Beverages Was An Uncommon 3-Ingredient Drink
Significantly less potent than Julia Child's famous Upside-Down Martini, this 3-ingredient drink is a fantastic low ABV option for any occasion.
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How Did French Silk Pie Become An American Staple?
Unlike french fries, beef bourguignon, and crepes, a French silk pie is actually a totally American creation. Here's who is behind it and how it got so popuarl.
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For A Smokier Version Of Spaghetti, Try It Memphis-Style
Most families for spaghetti don't involve barbecue sauce, unless you're in Memphis. Don't knock this smoky combination until you try it.
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The Classic Cereal That's In One Of New England's Favorite Ice Cream Flavors
The U.S. is full of local specialty ice creams, with all kinds of interesting flavors. In New England, the variety everyone knows uses breakfast cereal.
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Whatever Happened To Sierra Mist?
You may have noticed Sierra Mist has disappeared from soda fountains and grocery store shelves. What happened to the lemon-lime soda? Is it really gone?
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How Mississippi Changed The Pot Roast Game With Their Very Own Version
Traditional pot roast is a staple meal in many households, but the state of Mississippi's version puts a tangy spin on the hearty classic. This is its story.
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One Of Grover Cleveland's Favorite Meals Was A Hearty Dish Meant For His Servants
Not all U.S. presidents prefer to dine fancy; in fact, Grover Cleveland once went out of his way to enjoy a humble dish in lieu of an extravagant spread.
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Fougasse Vs Focaccia: What's The Difference Between These Breads?
Italy's renowned focaccia and France's fougasse both start off from a similar dough, and yet, are two entirely different breads. Here are the main differences.
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Green Chiles On Ice Cream? In New Mexico, It's A Specialty
Different regions of the country have their own ice cream traditions, but slathering a sundae in spicy green chile jam is particular to New Mexico.
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The Only Way Alexander The Great Would Drink Wine
Back in the day, Greeks would often dilute their wine with water to avoid drinking too much. But not Alexander the Great - here's how he enjoyed his wine.
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The History Of The Sandwich Goes All The Way Back To The 18th Century
The sandwich is one of the best inventions in food history, but who's credited with making the first one? The history is more complicated than you may think.
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Minnesota's Original Hot Dish Included Only 3 Basic Ingredients
Is hot dish a new concept to your after hearing Vice Presidential hopeful Tim Walz describing it? The classic Midwestern food is actually almost a century old.
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