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Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin were the leading comedy duo of the 1950s, but things soured between them when they entered a restaurant war on the Sunset Strip.
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Make The Best Brownies Ever With This Secret Ingredient
It's hard to imagine brownies tasting any better, but this extra ingredient takes the chocolate dessert to the next level. -
Why We Crave Crunchy Food, According To Science
There's a reason why you crave potato chips and pretzels, and it's not just because they're junk food. There is something about the sound that we just love. -
Why You Should Start Using Maple Syrup In Your Salad Dressing
If you're ever in the mood to dress up your greens with something other than your go-to ranch or zesty Italian, grab a bottle of autumnal goodness. -
This Wisconsin Castle Is Actually A Cheese Store
Wisconsin is known as America's Dairyland, and a top tourist attraction is a castle that doubles as a cheese store, restaurant, and taproom. -
In These 2 States Hot Dogs Are Legally Considered Sandwiches
Whether or not a hot dog is a sandwich is a perpetual debate on social media. In these two US states, the debate is moot—a hot dog is legally a sandwich. -
How Hot Dogs Helped Make Clara Bow Famous
Clara Bow, a silent film star known as the original "It girl," had an unexpected rise to fame after working at one well-known hot dog stand. -
The Clever Reason Wisconsin Coats Its Roads In Cheese Brine
Wisconsin is known for cheese production, but some cities also use cheese brine to salt the slick winter roads. Here's the clever reason behind the innovation. -
You Won't Believe The Massive Bloody Marys At This Wisconsin Bar
The result of a Bloody Mary war is a rapid escalation to the outrageous, and you will be stunned to find out what one Wisconsin bar has on theirs. -
Can You Get Drunk From Eating Alcohol-Infused Chocolates?
Can you actually get (or even feel) drunk if you eat boozy chocolates? -
Why Eating Eggs Is So Good For Your Brain, According To A Psychiatrist
We all know that it's important to fuel your body with nourishing foods, and eggs are at the top of the list. -
Justin Bieber's New Tim Hortons Collab Features 3 New Timbits Flavors
Looking for something sweet to indulge in this holiday season? This one's for all the Beliebers and Tim Hortons fans out there. -
What Is Glass Gem Corn And Why Is It So Colorful?
Glass gem corn may have taken over your Instagram feed at one point, but do you know what it is and how it's made? -
There Is An Actual Reason McDonald's Logo Is Yellow And Red
The iconic McDonald's yellow double arches on a field of red are there for a reason, and it has a lot to do, it seems, with the science of color psychology. -
Orson Welles Once Threw A Tantrum Over This Frozen Food Commercial
Orson Welles was once hired to narrate a series of advertisements for Findus, the Swedish frozen foods brand. Here's why he had a tantrum behind the scenes. -
This Hilarious Arby's Parody Account Will Have You Questioning Everything
Who’s the jokester who runs the darkly comical Nihilist Arby’s parody account? Here’s what we know. -
The Humble Origins Of A&W Root Beer
Here's how Roy W. Allen and Frank Wright — the "A" and "W" behind A&W Root Beer — got their start. -
You Probably Didn't Know Morton Salt Invented This Common Saying
You've probably seen the iconic Morton Salt Girl on the brand's blue can of salt before. But the company also came up with a phrase that we all use today. -
This Ice Cream Legend's Taste Buds Were Insured For $1 Million
We all love ice cream, but for one man, it was an art. Here's why John Harrison's taste buds were so valuable to Dreyer's that they were insured for $1 million. -
This Is What Edible Glitter Is Really Made Of
What is edible glitter made of? Is it always edible? The truth is not as glittery as you might imagine, so here's what to know about the edible glitter trend. -
The Real Reason It's So Easy To Eat Too Many Chips
Why can't we resist going all-out on a bag of chips? The reason is more scientific than you may think and points to larger problems. Here's a look. -
41 Of The 50 Drunkest Counties In The US Are In This State
Americans love to party, but one state, in particular, takes drinking to a new level. In fact, 82% of the drunkest counties are in one U.S. state. Have a guess? -
Willy Wonka Fans Won't Want To Miss These New Coffee Creamer Flavors
Coffee fans are about to experience something "satisfying and delicious" as International Delight is rolling out Willy Wonka creamers. Here's a look at them. -
LeVar Burton Swears By This Fancy Hot Sauce
LeVar Burton digs hot sauce, and he has revealed his go-to condiment to zest up his dishes. -
The Surprising Snack Timothee Chalamet Once Handed Out On The Red Carpet
He brought paper bags filled with freshly baked whole wheat everything bagels from Tompkins Square Bagels, which he personally handed out to hungry attendees. -
Was Turkey Even Served At The First Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is nicknamed "Turkey Day" to pay homage to its centerpiece, but was a turkey even on the table at the first Thanksgiving? -
The Surprising Connection Between Pumpkin Pie And 19th-Century Abolitionists
It's virtually impossible not to find mountains of pumpkin pies or pumpkin spiced goods in grocery stores, bakeries, or on dining tables during the holidays.