Why One Irish McDonald's Location Is So Unique
Not every McDonald's location has the Golden Arches outside.
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Stories By Neala Broderick
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The Drew Barrymore Pillsbury Ad You Probably Never Knew Existed
Drew Barrymore was acting in commercials long before "E.T."
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The Mysterious Reason In-N-Out Once Closed All Its Texas Locations For 2 Days
In-N-Out Burger has once closed all of its locations in Texas, but not for a reason you'd think possible. Here's why the company had a two day closure.
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Here's What Happened To Captain Ice Cream After Shark Tank
Captain Ice Cream didn't succeed on "Shark Tank," but Tim Gavern is still pursuing his sweet dreams.
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Do You Remember The Words To The Big Red Jingle?
Wrigley's Big Red is one of the most popular chewing gums of all time. It also has one of the catchiest jingles ever— do you remember all of the words?
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The Murky Origins Of The Restaurant Drive-Thru
It's tough to confidently credit one savvy restaurant owner for the drive-thru concept.
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Gordon Ramsay Has Voiced More Characters Than You Thought
While you probably know celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay from his culinary television shows, you might be surprised by how many animated characters he's voiced.
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This Is Why Walmart's In-Store Dining Options Are More Diverse Than Ever
The dining options at your local Walmart store are likely changing to a wide array of possible choices, and you might be surprised by the reason why.
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What Adam Richman Says Made Heat Challenges Easier
Adam Richman has overcome some of the hottest meals, and his experiences taught him what makes a heat challenge easier.
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Al Roker Says This Food 'Smells Like Feet'
Truffles are a highly prized luxury food item but they don't have a big fan in TV personality Al Roker. Here's why he thinks they smell like feet.
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Gordon Ramsay's Favorite Disney Movie Is So Fitting
Gordon Ramsay may come off as terrifyingly brutal on his varied TV shows, but he's a softie at heart, including in his pick for his favorite Disney movie.
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In Julia Child's Career, One Recipe Stands Above The Rest
Of all the French recipes that culinary titan Julia Child made famous in America, her version of coq au vin remains one of the most enduring.
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Are Sloppy Joes Named After A Real Person?
Who doesn't love a good sloppy joe sandwich? But do you know how it came to be? There's two theories and both are equally intriguing.
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The Mysterious Case Of Hawaii's Beer-Scented Stream
Hawaii is known as a tropical paradise, but a beer-flavored stream carries that reputation to unexpected lengths. What exactly is behind this mystery?
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The Reason Marshmallow Fluff Was Sent To Space
Marshmallow Fluff, the beloved gooey spread, was sent into space for astronaut Sunita Williams. The reason she wanted Fluff in space makes a lot of sense.
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This Oddly Satisfying Cheese Wheel Has Reddit Divided
Once Redditors got acquainted with the unique design of this cheese slicer, they had some thoughts to share.
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Out Of Anthony Bourdain Shows, This One Stands Above The Rest
Anthony Bourdain was a culinary legend, taking his love to kitchens all over the world. Read on to learn which of his shows stands above the rest.
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Out Of Guy Fieri's Restaurants, This One Was The Biggest Flop
Times Square is known for many things, but excitement often leads the list, so it was natural that Chef Guy Fieri brought "Flavortown" to the Big Apple.
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Do You Actually Need To Own Both A Sieve And A Strainer?
Do you actually need to own both a sieve and a strainer? Both items are used to separate ingredients in cooking and baking, so you might not need to own both.
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Why Jack Nicholson Ate Only Cheese Sandwiches For 2 Weeks While Filming The Shining
The real reign of terror on set of The Shining can be attributed to a dairy product. Here's why Jack Nicholson ate cheese sandwiches while filming.
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RuPaul's Favorite Food 'Indulgences' Might Surprise You
While one of his favorite eateries may be Greenwich Village's Elephant & Castle, RuPaul's go-to snack isn't on the menu.
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The Real Reason Domino's Oreo Pizza Was A Failure
Despite its lack of popularity, those that missed out on the Oreo pizza are dying of curiosity, inspiring folks to look for a copycat recipe.
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This Boozy Combo Is Like A Grown-Up Root Beer Float
if you loved root beer floats as a kid, you'll love this boozy adult version too that uses chocolate stout mixed with ice cream.
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You Wouldn't Recognize The First Kit Kat Bars
The first Kit Kat bar to hit the shelves would hardly be noticeable to Kit Kat lovers today. Check out the signature blue color once seen on wrappers.
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Counterfeit Wine Is A Bigger Problem In Ireland Than You Thought
Fraudulent wine is a multibillion-dollar problem in the world, which means some market shelves may not even be stocked with authentic wine.
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This Should Be Hawaii's Official Food, According To Reddit
If you're picturing poke or poi, think again. This particular Hawaiian meal should be the state's official dish, according to Redditors.
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Could A Person Really Eat 5 Dozen Eggs Like Gaston?
Would eating 5 dozen eggs like Gaston be as unrealistic as a talking teapot?
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