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By Katy Canada January 3rd, 2023

Pinecone Jam Is Luring TikTok To Taste The Forest

Videos about pinecone jam are circulating on TikTok so you may want to know more about the surprising food item that everybody is talking about.

By Olivia Bria January 3rd, 2023

The Portland Pizza Joint Voted The Best In The United States

A ranking of all the pizza places in the world has been revealed and it highlighted one pizza restaurant in Portland, Oregon as the top spot in the U.S.

By Vedran Maslovara January 3rd, 2023

What Makes Cultured Butter Unique

You may have heard of cultured butter, but what exactly is it and how does it differ from just regular butter? We've got the answers here.

By Jennifer Amos January 3rd, 2023

The Comedic Inspiration Behind Philly's Famed Chocolate-Covered Onion

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is known for many things but you may be surprised by the origins of the chocolate onion that is associated with the city.

By Samantha Sied January 3rd, 2023

Does Fully Cooked Frozen Food Have To Be Warmed Up?

If frozen food has been thoroughly cooked, you may wonder if you have to heat it up before eating it. We checked with the USDA and we got an answer.

By Rachael Grow January 3rd, 2023

What Goes Into A Totally Transparent 'Raindrop' Cake

Raindrop cake is a neat-looking confection that originated in Japan. It's vegan-friendly too. We'll show you how to make it, and what the secret ingredient is.

By Jim Thompson January 3rd, 2023

The Fascinating Conspiracy Behind The Origins Of 'New Coke'

In 1985, Coca-cola decided to change the formula of its flagship sugary drink. We uncover the fascinating conspiracy behind the origins of 'New Coke'.

By Madisen Swenson January 3rd, 2023

How 2022 Instagram Killed The Food Post

The way people post about restaurants and food on Instagram has undergone some big changes after 2022 and you may want all the details of the shift.

By Olivia Bria January 2nd, 2023

Should You Thaw Frozen Meat On The Fridge Shelf?

If you plan on cooking meat that's frozen and want to defrost it in the fridge the day before, you might want to know if the method is safe.

By Alex Darus January 2nd, 2023

The Best Sour Beers In 2023

We broke down the best sour beers of 2023. No matter what you like, there is bound to be at least one bottle here that will tempt you to crack it open.

A Subway sandwich on a wrapper on a table.

By Kimberley Laws January 2nd, 2023

The Incredible Number Of Sandwiches Subway Serves Per Minute

Suway's sandwich artists have mastered the knack of building sandwiches with astonishing speed. Here's how many sandwiches Subway serves per minute.

By Ree Winter January 2nd, 2023

Alabama's State Food Is A Cake Made Famous In A Book

Authors often have a way of making even the blandest of things seem appealing. Find out why Alabama's state food is a cake made famous in a book.

By Ree Winter January 2nd, 2023

Melba Sauce Was Named After An Opera Singer

Melba sauce is the raspberry part of the Peach Melba. Its creator named the dish after a famous artist who was all the rage at the time it was created.

Cooked chicken breast on white background

By Amberly Mckee January 2nd, 2023

This Is Exactly Why Your Chicken Is So Watery

There's no way around the fact that poultry contains water, but there are some ways to minimize the moisture in your chicken while cooking. Here's how.

By Olivia Bria January 2nd, 2023

Kate Middleton Stays Up Late For This Birthday Cake Tradition

While many parts of the royal lifestyle and diet may be different from most people's, Princess of Wales Kate Middleton keeps one familiar birthday tradition.

By Sarah Martinez January 2nd, 2023

Bobby Flay Schooled Instagram On Pantry-Ready Crostini

Celebrity chef Bobby Flay detailed a great appetizer option on Instagram when he made a video all about making different versions of crostini.

By Madisen Swenson January 2nd, 2023

The Fascinating Origin Of Orange Chicken

Orange chicken is delicious and has quite an interesting story behind its creation.

By Jennifer Amos January 2nd, 2023

The Pasta Queen Leaves The Country Over TikTok's Ice Cream Pasta

TikTok's The Pasta Queen reacted to another user on the app who made a dish combining unlikely ingredients and she was not impressed by the video.

By Vedran Maslovara January 2nd, 2023

The 3-Ingredient Flan Chefs Call 'Egg Poetry'

If you love sweet desserts after your meal, you may want to know more about this classic and simple flan recipe that uses three ingredients.

By Allison Lindsey January 2nd, 2023

Gordon Ramsay Is Horrified By TikTok's Taki Steak

Celebrity chef and culinary competition TV host Gordon Ramsay reacted to a TikToker's video making blue Taki-covered steak and he wasn't impressed.

By Ree Winter January 2nd, 2023

The Celery-Flavored Jell-O That Deserved To Fail

Jell-O introduced four savory flavored products in the 60s, including a celery-flavored mix. Here's why Redditors are thrilled that this concoction failed.

By Katy Canada January 2nd, 2023

Cold-Pressed Vs. Cold-Extracted Olive Oil: What's The Difference?

Many of us have olive oil in the pantry, but what type? You've likely wondered what the difference is between cold-pressed vs. cold-extracted olive oil.

By Hannah Beach January 2nd, 2023

Scotcheroos: The Lesser Known Spinoff Of Rice Krispie Treats

If you love Rice Krispie Treats but want to make another cereal-based dessert treat with different flavors, you may want to know all the details of Scotcheroos.

By Jim Thompson January 2nd, 2023

The Unexpected Scottish Origins Of Fried Chicken

Loved by many, fried chicken is often seen as a staple of American cuisine. However, you may be surprised to learn of its unexpected Scottish origins.