The Murky Origins Of Yema, A Popular Milk Candy In The Philippines
Yema, meaning egg yolk in Spanish, is a popular dish in both Spain and the Philippines, but why is its history so contested? No one can agree when it was made.
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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. -
What Do Grocery Stores Actually Do With Recalled Food?
Every year, hundreds of products are recalled, resulting in millions of pounds of food waste. But where precisely does that food go once it's returned? -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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? -
The One Dish That Stumped Ina Garten
Not even Ina Garten can get everything right on the first try, as shown by her years-long struggle to perfect her version of one classic American dessert. -
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. -
Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce Is The 5-Pack You Need To Splurge On
Discover your new favorite barbecue sauce with Bachan's five-pack, featuring The Original, Hot and Spicy, Yuzu Citrus, Miso, and Sweet Honey varieties. -
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. -
Can You Eat Edamame Pods?
If you find yourself facing a plate full of edamame that has been cooked in the pods, you're probably wondering if you can eat the whole thing. -
How To Play Australia's Goon Of Fortune Drinking Game
A favorite backyard pastime in Australia, Goon of Fortune is a raucous delight. The first, and most important, item needed to play is a box of wine. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
The Unique Sliced Pizza Style You Might Find In Rome
There are many different delicious types of pizza around the world, but pizza al taglio is the go-to staple pizza style in Rome that should be on your radar. -
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. -
What Is New Zealand's Kiwiburger?
New Zealand's take on a classic burger is surely unique, but, believe it or not, the Kiwiburger is not named after and does not contain the popular fruit. -
One Country Produces A Bunch More Grapes Than The Rest Of The World
With their rolling vineyards and delicious wine, most people would expect Italy or France to lead the globe in grape production, but they don't. -
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. -
What's The Actual Reason Wendy's Burgers Are Square?
Wendy's is known for its unique, square-shaped burgers. But the reason why the fast food chain's founder chose this shape is more than just restaurant branding. -
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? -
The Case For Cutting Your Sandwiches Diagonally
Why do some people prefer triangular sandwiches, with no room for compromise? Factors from ease of eating to ingredient distribution might explain it. -
The Salty Cheese Your Ice Cream Has Been Missing
There's a whole world of unconventional ice cream toppings out there. If you're a fan of the salty-sweet combo, try topping your next sundae with this cheese. -
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?
