Potato Chips Started Off As A Delicacy In Restaurants
The modern pairing of caviar and potato chips may not be so far off from how the snack was originally conceived -- it was a classy food in upscale restaurants.
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How Toad In The Hole Became An Iconic English Breakfast
One of the most charming aspects of Great Britain is that the British have a very interesting way of naming things, including toad in the hole. -
You Can Thank German Immigrants For The Creation Of Chicken Fried Steak
Hearty chicken fried steak is a classic American dish, but its history stretches back to Europe. Take a deep dive into this gravy-slathered comfort food. -
How The Cuban Sandwich Became A Tampa Staple
Sure, if you go to Miami, you'll find a gorgeous pressed Cubano, but the Cuban sandwich is actually a Tampa staple thanks to early immigration. -
The US City Known As The Birthplace Of Sweet Tea
Sweet tea is popular across the South, but its hometown has an official title (and tons of tea-centric landmarks) to show that it takes tea the most seriously. -
The Murky Origins Of The Corn Dog
Corn dogs are ubiquitous food fare at carnivals and festivals, but do you know where they come from? Not many do, as its origins have been disputed. -
Why The Introduction Of Blackened Redfish Caused A Fishing Ban
In the early 1980s, blackened redfish was hugely popular in the U.S., but a full-on ban on commercial fishing of redfish was fully in effect by 1987. -
The Depression-Era Dessert Eleanor Roosevelt Loved With A Passion
To set a good example during the Depression, Eleanor Roosevelt served inexpensive food to guests. This included her favorite dessert, hasty pudding. -
What Sets Wiener Schnitzel Apart From Hot Dogs?
So, if you, like many Americans, associated wiener schnitzel with hot dogs, it's understandable thanks to the fast food chain, but they aren't the same. -
Kamala Harris' Go-To Breakfast Is An Underrated Cereal
Kamala Harris may be a foodie who aims to publish her own cookbook, but her go-to breakfast is a sensible, and often overlooked, type of cereal. -
What Makes Tiramisu Different From Tres Leches Cake?
Tiramisu and tres leches are both rich and creamy desserts, but they come from two different cuisines and have distinct flavor profiles. -
There's A Reason Spam Is So Beloved In Hawaii
Spam has long been a food of wonder, but it's incredibly popular in the U.S. state of Hawaii, and it has everything to do with World War II. -
Olympic Swimmers From China Are Blaming Hotel Hamburgers For Positive Steroid Test
Olympic swimmers from China are under investigation for a positive drug test in 2022 that has since been attributed to contaminated hamburgers. -
Anthony Bourdain's Culinary Career Started From Humble Beginnings
Anthony Bourdain was one of the most prolific celebrity chefs of all time, but like many chefs, he started at the bottom of the chain of command. -
What Are Armadillo Cakes And Are They Still A Thing?
If you've seen "Steel Magnolias," then you've seen the origin of the armadillo cake, which happens to stem from a tradition back in the 1800s. -
Julia Child's Trick To DIY A Pizza Oven Is Genius
Julia Child was a classically trained genius in the kitchen, and her simple hack for DIYing your own pizza oven is nothing short of amazing. -
Ina Garten's Go-To Dessert When Visiting Paris For The Olympics
When the Barefoot Contessa visits Paris, her favorite city, she opts for this simple but elegant classic French dessert, which is shockingly easy to make. -
What Type Of Fish Does McDonald's Use In Its Filet-O-Fish Sandwich?
McDonald's has been making strides toward sustainability in recent years, so what, exactly, type of fish does it use in its Fish-O-Filet sandwich? -
You Can Thank The Girl Scouts For The First Official S'mores
S'mores and camping, s'mores and any open fire really, go hand in hand. As far as the first official recipe, that was actually published by the Girl Scouts. -
Coca-Cola And Peanuts Are A Snack Combo Rooted In Southern Tradition
Many Southerners have fond childhood memories of enjoying a bottle of Coca-Cola with peanuts poured inside as a delicious after-school treat. -
The Intense Amount Of Butter Ree Drummond Used While Filming Season One Of The Pioneer Woman
When filming The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond goes through an astronomical amount of butter that's better not measured by sticks but by the pound. -
Ulysses S. Grant's Favorite Thing To Eat For Breakfast Was A Little Unhinged
Like many other U.S. presidents, Ulysses S. Grant's favorite breakfast dish was a little, well, odd. Here's the veggie he started every day with. -
What Makes Persian Donuts Unique From Other Pastries?
Despite their name, Persian donuts don't come from the Middle East, but the sweet treat (a donut-cinnamon-roll hybrid) actually originates in Ontario, Canada. -
The Little-Known Scottish Origins Of Fried Chicken
It's impossible to truly track down the definite origins of Southern fried chicken, but we may have evidence that the dish was brought over by Scots immigrants. -
Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Cake Recipe Has An Aggressive Amount Of Eggs
Audrey Hepburn was famous for her acting, humanitarian work, and her compassion, but according to her son, she was an avid cook who made a particular cake. -
The Story Behind McDonald's Filet-O-Fish
So there's an interesting story behind the Filet-O-Fish at McDonald's. For one thing, Ray Kroc truly hated the idea at the beginning. -
Bobby Flay's Favorite Steakhouse In NYC Is A Classic Choice
Bobby Flay's favorite place to get steak in New York City is a classic choice, known for being one of the best steakhouses in the entire country.
