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  • Mountain Dew Baja Blast
    By Allie Miller 1 month ago

    The Untold Truth Of Mountain Dew Baja Blast

    One of the interesting chapters in Mountain Dew's history is Mountain Dew Baja Blast, which was established as part of an exclusive partnership with Taco Bell.

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  • Giada De Laurentiis smiling with hoop earrings
    By Mary K. Cahill 1 month ago

    What The Cameras Don't Show Us About Giada De Laurentiis

    While many know Giada De Laurentiis as one of the Food Network's biggest stars, there is still plenty that the cameras don't show us about her.

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  • Closeup of McDonald's burger in box
    By Nick Pisano 1 month ago

    The Ridiculous Amount Of Beef McDonald's Goes Through In A Year

    A single Quarter Pounder might look like a hefty meal. However, when compared to the amount of cow meat McDonald's uses annually, it's a drop in a beefy ocean.

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  • Cheese and caramel popcorn in bowl
    By Erica Martinez 1 month ago

    What Makes Chicago-Style Popcorn So Unique?

    Chicago-style popcorn is a beloved tradition in the Windy City thanks to its unexpected balance of flavors and textures that may surprise you.

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  • Martha Stewart wearing a beige turtleneck sweater at an event.
    By Erica Martinez 1 month ago

    The Unique Fruit That Martha Stewart's Gardener Grows Tastes Like Cinnamon Applesauce

    Martha Stewart has to wait until this fruit in her garden is extremely ripe if she wants to enjoy its apple butter-like taste in her sweets or breakfast foods.

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  • Warren G Harding scowling
    By Dhruv Trivedi 1 month ago

    The Vintage Cocktail Warren G Harding Drank At The White House During Prohibition

    The peskiness of Prohibition didn't stop the 29th president, Warren G. Harding, from catching a buzz. One of his go-to drinks was this old-timey cocktail.

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  • A bottle of Jack Daniels lying on its side.
    By Erin Wisti 1 month ago

    Why Jack Daniel's Iconic Bottles Are Square

    Jack Daniel's bottles are so recognizable, it's easy to forget that square it not a common bottle shape. Here's the story behind the choice to go square.

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  • A classic lasagna slice on a charcoal plate with tomatoes in the background
    By Sean Pagnotti 1 month ago

    How To Avoid Accidentally Turning Lasagna Into A Battery (Yes, That's Possible)

    Nobody wants their dinner turning into a science experiment. Discover how the pan you use can react with acidic ingredients to create a lasagna battery.

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  • King Cake baby tucked inside
    By Brynna Standen 1 month ago

    Why Is There A Plastic Baby In King Cake?

    You've just bitten into a slice of King Cake at Mardi Gras and found a tiny plastic baby inside! Here's the long and ancient tradition behind the unique find.

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  • Homemade cranberry sauce.
    By Erin Wisti 1 month ago

    US Cranberry Production Is Dominated By One State

    Freezing temps are no match for cranberry crops, which flourish in this northern U.S. state that produces about 65% of the country's supply.

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  • Barrels of bourbon in a warehouse
    By Anna Staropoli 1 month ago

    Before Kentucky This State Led In Bourbon Production

    Kentucky is known for producing most of the world's bourbon, but before prohibition, this state was the top bourbon producer in the U.S. (It's not Tennessee).

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  • Assorted dark, milk, and white chocolate bars overlapping
    By Kelsey Juntwait 1 month ago

    15 Discontinued Candy Bars You'll Likely Never Eat Again

    Not all of our favorite candy bars have managed to go the distance. These 15 favorites may spark sweet nostalgia, but they've sadly faded into oblivion.

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  • Employees in a kitchen at a Buc-ee's convenience store prepare food
    By Zachary Zawila 1 month ago

    How Much Buc-Ee's Employees Actually Make

    Buc-ee's is all about bigness when it comes to the size of its gas stations and the range of its food offerings. Does that same pattern apply to employee pay?

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  • The White House
    By Toby Arguello 1 month ago

    Who Hires The White House Executive Chef? (It's Not The President)

    The executive chef of the White House has the demanding responsibility of cooking for the first family and its esteemed guests. Here's who hires them.

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  • Two classic Maine lobster rolls on a paper plate.
    By Andy Hume 1 month ago

    This Maine Seafood Restaurant Is Built On An Old 125-Foot Ship

    Maine's coastal waters are the stuff New England postcards are made of, and one local restaurant is soaking up the scenery from inside an impressive ship.

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  • Applebee's sign
    By Maria Scinto 1 month ago

    Huge Scandals That Rocked Applebee's

    Applebee's seems like the most basic of basic chain restaurants, but they haven't been immune to a very long list of scandals.

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  • cup of coffee and coffee beans
    By Alexandra Cass 1 month ago

    Why Coffee Has Been Banned Throughout History

    Coffee has a long and complicated history, fueling revolutions and political turmoil around the world. Here's why coffee has been banned throughout history.

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  • Paper plate with cajun-style oysters and bread
    By Toby Arguello 1 month ago

    Why Is Seafood Synonymous With Mardi Gras?

    Mardi Gras is a vibrant festival rife with tradition, and the seafood eaten during the celebration also has strong ties to New Orleans' adoption of the holiday.

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  • A Starbucks cup with a heart drawn on the side on a counter inside its cafe
    By Sean Pagnotti 1 month ago

    What Type Of Milk Does Starbucks Use In Its Drinks?

    Starbucks has made strides to formulate a menu that suits customers' varied tastes and dietary needs. Milk has played a central role in these developments.

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  • frozen pepperoni pizza
    By Kirstie Renae 1 month ago

    17 Frozen Pizza Brands That Use The Highest Quality Ingredients

    You don't have to give up taste if you're looking for a great frozen pizza. Many brands make pizzas with high-quality ingredients that are still delicious.

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  • Costco packaged lobster tails in store cooler
    By Avery Tomaso 1 month ago

    Where Those Costco Lobster Tails Are Sourced From

    If you're a seafood lover and dedicated Costco shopper, you've noticed that the warehouse giant sells lobster tails. Have you ever wondered where they're from?

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  • A plate of different cheeses
    By Toby Arguello 1 month ago

    Meet The Italian Cheese Guinness Called The World's Most Dangerous

    There are myriad cheeses with all sorts of qualities, but "dangerous" is not an adjective that's often associated with them. However, this one earns the label.

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  • a gooey double cheeseburger topped with red onions and lettuce on a granite counter
    By Sean Pagnotti 1 month ago

    How The Cheeseburger Was Invented By A California Teenager

    The cheeseburger didn’t just happen — it was accidentally invented by a California teenager. The lore behind the burger is almost as juicy as the taste.

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  • A box of Wendy's chicken nuggets
    By Austin Havens-Bowen 1 month ago

    The Difference Between Wendy's Chicken Nuggets In The US And UK

    If you've visited a U.S. fast food chain abroad, you likely noticed that the menu isn't the same. Here's what to expect when ordering nuggets at Wendy's U.K.

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  • Breakfast spread with foods and drinks
    By Jim Hoffman 1 month ago

    The Breakfast Item You're Almost Always Overpaying For At Restaurants

    It's no surprise that a restaurant meal costs more than if you made it at home, but some items are downright overpriced. Here's the biggest breakfast culprit.

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  • Exterior shot of the White House
    By Dhruv Trivedi 1 month ago

    Presidents Who Had Infamously Bad White House Food

    Discover some of the worst presidential menus in history — from bland state dinners to bizarre food combinations and sweet snacking habits.

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  • close up of a hand holding a smart phone with the General Mills logo on it
    By Sean Pagnotti 1 month ago

    How Many Food Brands Does General Mills Own?

    You may think of cereal when you think of General Mills, but the company owns around 40 food brands, and even once owned popular chain eateries.

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