Is Connecticut's Famous Pickle-Bouncing Law Real?
Ever played pickleball with an actual pickle? Apparently in Connecticut, you can be fined if your pickles don't bounce — but is that a real law or urban myth?
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The Overlooked Detail That Can Ruin Whiskey's Flavor Over Time
Whiskey is an elegant drink deserving of respectful storage. However, even the most well-meaning whiskey fan can overlook this storage detail and ruin a bottle.
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Is American Kraft Mac & Cheese Banned In Other Countries?
Kraft mac & cheese is an American classic, but other countries don't view it in the same sentimental light. Some believe it's outlawed abroad, but is that true?
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Before Ketchup, Heinz Built Its Empire On A Completely Different Condiment
Heinz is one of America's heritage brands, but ketchup wasn't the founder's original muse. Instead, he started by selling a condiment with ties to his heritage.
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The Shady Bartender Move That's Actually Illegal
You can tell a lot about a drinking establishment by just observing the bartender's behavior. If you'd rather not be in a sketchy bar, look out for these signs.
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Man V. Food Restaurants That No Longer Exist
Adam Richman visited a ton of restaurants on "Man v. Food," and not all of them have survived. Sometimes, not even a TV appearance can keep a restaurant going.
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Did George Washington Actually Love Cherry Pie?
Historians are still learning new information about George Washington's life, but one shred of lore endures: He had a thing for cherry pie. Is it really true?
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15 Throwback Food Trends That Defined The '80s
The 1980s were a decade of contrasts. From increasing portion sizes and low-fat crazes to all the neon packaging, these food fads will take you back in time.
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Can You Trust 'Local Catch' Shrimp At Restaurants?
If a restaurant menu says, "local catch," it might sound self-explanatory, but you could be getting deceived. Here's everything you need to know.
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Is It Actually Illegal To Eat A Burger On Sundays In This Minnesota Town?
If strange food laws enter the chat, some wacky claims may come into play. We have the real answer about what law-abiding Minnesota dwellers can eat and when.
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4 Clever Ways America's Test Kitchen Deals With Leftovers
Kitchens are like math class. Amounts rarely add up, and there are often leftovers, especially on "America's Test Kitchen." Here's how the show deals with them.
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The Global Brand Behind Store-Bought Cracker Barrel Cheese
The Cracker Barrel cheese that you find in grocery stores is not related to the Cracker Barrel restaurant. Here's the global company behind the cheese.
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From Dinner To Projectile: How Potatoes Helped Sink An Enemy Sub During WWII
Desperate times call for desperate measures. It's why some World War II soldiers may have gotten thrifty with their tactical defense during a tense encounter.
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The Decadent Chocolate Cake That Put A Texas Hotel On The Culinary Map
A chocolate cake honoring this hotel's origin story has become one of its signature offerings, and a couple of updates to the frosting give it a modern look.
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The Only 2 US States Where Guinness Actually Brews Beer
Guinness beer has been brewed in Ireland for more than two centuries and is popular worldwide. There are two states in the U.S. that brew it as well.
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Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Sausage
There are over 200 varieties of sausage in the U.S., but just a few tried and true ways to cook them. Read on to find out what mistakes you might be making.
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The 2 Kentucky Bourbon Brands President Truman Preferred Most
Harry Truman, the 33rd U.S. president was a bourbon man who pledged allegiance to two specific brands. He also had some interesting drinking habits.
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Every Restaurant Where The Real Chef Boyardee Worked
The man in the logo on the Chef Boyardee cans was a real person. Before getting into canned food, he worked in many restaurants. Here are all of them.
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What Is Cream-Top Milk And How Do You Drink It?
Cream-top milk is produced a bit differently from more common options at the store. If you try it without knowing what it is, you'll be in for a thick surprise.
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Why Meat Enthusiasts Would Cringe At Ulysses S Grant's Steak Preference
There are various reasons a person might praise President Ulysses S. Grant, but the way he liked for his steak to be cooked probably isn't among them.
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The Real Reason These Food Network Shows Were Canceled
If you're wondering what happened to your favorites, here's why some of Food Network's most popular shows were cancelled, from controversy to burnout.
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15 Whiskeys Presidents Sipped When They Unwound
Whiskey has often found a home in the White House. Each president's choice and how they drank it reveals a lot about the country they were leading.
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Mark Wahlberg's Wahlburgers Are Topped With Government Cheese – But What Is That, Exactly?
Wahlburgers is a joint venture among the Wahlberg brothers, with a signature burger topped by the mysterious government cheese. Learn just what that is.
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What McDonald's Originally Sold Instead Of Burgers And Fries
McDonald's is now the blueprint for the fast food model, but its founders didn't figure it out right away. You won't believe what the restaurant used to sell.
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15 Must-Try Appalachian Dishes That Define Mountain Cooking
Although there is some overlap with Southern cooking, traditional Appalachian cuisine centers on fresh and foraged foods and recipes that families hand down.
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The Cooking Oil That Has A Higher Smoke Point Than Avocado
Don't want your home-cooked food to taste burned and greasy? Using oil with a high smoke point is key, and one type takes the top prize for handling the heat.
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The Oldest Eatery In California Started Serving Before It Was Even A State
California's culinary history stretches back much further than its statehood. This historic restaurant is an emblem of West Coast life long ago.
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