Is A Pumpkin A Fruit Or A Vegetable?
Given that pumpkins are used in both sweet and savory dishes, you might wonder where it falls in the fruit-veggie distinction, and we have the simple answer.
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The 3 Toppings You Need To Give Hot Dogs An Animal-Style Twist
Ketchup and mustard is fine on a hot dog, but there are plenty more ways to give franks an upgrade that will impress your taste buds.
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Cheap Vs Expensive Cuts Of Steak: How To Spot (And Taste) The Difference
The wide world of steak can be hard to navigate when you're trying to figure out which cuts are worth purchasing, but we've made it easier for you.
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How Long Are Eggs Safe For After They're Left Out At Room Temperature?
Once food enters the fridge, it's never a good idea to leave it out. When it comes to eggs, you have a short window where they are safe to eat.
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What Exactly Is Beef Mince And Is It The Same As Ground Beef?
Ground and minced beef are similar, but that doesn't mean they don't each have their respective strengths. Sometimes, you need to opt for one over the other.
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The Country That Produces The Most Olive Oil In The World Isn't Italy
Olive oil is almost always associated with Italy, but when it comes to the greatest producer of olive oil, you'd had to look somewhere completely different.
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What Makes Ultra-Filtered Milk Different From The Ordinary Stuff?
Ultra-filtered milk may be more expensive, but it offers a host of unique nutritional upgrades and a different taste that you might find is worth it.
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Funeral Potatoes Are The Beloved Side With A Morbid Name
Funeral potatoes are the ultimate comfort food you never knew you needed. But how did this creamy, starchy dish end up with such a dark and morbid name?
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What Does The Häagen-Dazs Name Actually Mean?
Häagen-Dazs is known for its high-quality ice cream, made entirely of natural ingredients, but also its foreign-sounding (and confusing) name.
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The Absurd Amount Of Bananas One Historic NOLA Restaurant Uses Yearly
Brennan's of New Orleans, home of the iconic bananas foster, uses a shockingly huge amount of bananas every year, mostly on its classic dessert.
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What Makes New York Pastrami Different From Other Varieties?
Pastrami is deeply linked with the culture of New York City, and that's for good reason. Quite literally, no other city cooks pastrami like the Big Apple does.
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Blue Corn Mush Is The 3-Ingredient Navajo Treat You Should Try
Creamy, nourishing, and naturally sweet, blue corn mush is comfort in a bowl. It's a traditional dish among the Navajo tribe and other indigenous peoples.
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The Debated Origins Of Florida's Iconic Key Lime Pie
A few years ago, the history of key lime pie being a Florida Keys invention came into question, and now there is a raging debate over who did the creating.
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The Symbolic Foods Eaten During The Pre-Fast Meal Of Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar, punctuated by a 25-hour fast. To prepare, these symbolic foods are eaten in a ritual meal.
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Is There A Difference Between Country And Sausage Gravy?
Sausage and country gravies are similarly milk-based, thickened with a flour-based roux, and loaded with black pepper. But there is one primary difference.
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Why Salads Looked A Lot Different In The Early 20th Century
The salads of today have evolved from those popular for much of the 20th century thanks to a particular ingredient that was once reserved for society's elite.
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Rick Steves Follows 4 Simple Rules When Dining In Europe, And You Should Too
Novice and seasoned tourists alike can make the most of Europe's delectable flavors by following these simple tried-and-true tips from the travel aficionado.
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The US State That Grows The Most Pumpkins
Pumpkins are in plentiful supply for your favorite recipes. And while they are harvested from several states, only one place is king when it comes to pumpkins.
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Why You Shouldn't Throw Away Discarded Fish Bones
Fish bones may seem destined for the trash can, but this is a major mistake. You are missing a nutrient-rich bonus that will revolutionize your next meal.
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The Cross-Contamination Red Flag You Might Find In The Grocery Store
Grocery shopping can be tedious, but it can be much worse if you're unaware of cross-contamination risks. We did the deep dive to help you avoid this red flag.
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The Bumbling Bee: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
Cassandra Ayala asked the Sharks to invest in The Bumbling Bee, her entirely vegan junk food and burger food truck - but was she able to strike a deal?
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Mavens Creamery: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
Mavens Creamery sought to bring the flavors of Asian to the American market with their delicious ice cream, but how did they fare on Shark Tank?
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Is Subway's Bread Actually Bread? The Answer Is More Complicated Than You'd Think
The smell of Subway's bread is instantly recognizable, but in one country, the chain's iconic sandwich bread does not actually qualify as the real deal.
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New York Strip Vs Ribeye: How Do These Steaks Differ?
New York strip and ribeye steaks are both tender, but these two cuts aren't the same at all. One is more forgiving when cooking, and the other is leaner.
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How WWII Inspired The Short-Lived Kangaroo Kicker Cocktail
Plenty of new drinks came out of World War II, the Kangaroo Kicker among them. And though the name may be unfamiliar today, the drink itself likely isn't.
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The Italian Origins Of The Pacific Northwest's Iconic Walla Walla Onions
The Walla Walla onion is famous in Washington state for its mild and sweet flavor, but despite that, its origins actually come from far across the ocean.
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Our Favorite Store-Bought Alfredo Sauce Is Absolutely Worth The Higher Price
Food Republic ranked store-bought Alfredo sauces, and the one we named the absolute best is savory, creamy, salty, and definitely worth the higher price.
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