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  • Julia Child smiling
    By Gina LaVecchia Ragone December 9th, 2021

    The Lunch That Changed Julia Child's Life

    Culinary superstar Julia Child was not always set to become a famous chef, but one lunch changed the way she thought about food and sparked her career.

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  • Octopus served on plate
    By Hannah Beach December 9th, 2021

    Why Sannakji Is So Dangerous To Eat

    Sannakji, or wriggling octopus, is a Korean dish that serves octopus still alive and moving. One thing makes the dish particularly dangerous to eat.

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  • Close up of Anthony Bourdain
    By Karen Hart December 9th, 2021

    This Was Anthony Bourdain's Go-To Kitchen Gadget

    Have you ever wondered which kitchen gadget Anthony Bourdain reached for over and over again while cooking? It turns out it wasn't something overly complicated.

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  • Arby's burger meal with fries
    By Julia Mullaney December 9th, 2021

    The Big Way Arby's Originally Differed From McDonald's

    Both Arby's and McDonald's are well-known fast-food joints, but they differed in more than menu items when they first opened. Here was their main difference.

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  • six packs of cel-ray cans
    By Crawford Smith December 9th, 2021

    The Untold Truth Of Cel-Ray, America's Strangest Soda

    Funky soda flavors are nothing new, but few have such a storied history as Cel-Ray. Let's look back on this sorta popular, sorta odd Jewish deli favorite.

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  • Potstickers with soy sauce
    By Hannah Twietmeyer December 9th, 2021

    Liquid Aminos Vs Soy Sauce: What's The Difference?

    Liquid aminos is a condiment used as an alternative to soy sauce. While the two are similar in taste and appearance, there are a couple of key differences.

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  • Valerie Bertinelli close up
    By Karen Hart December 8th, 2021

    Valerie Bertinelli Always Has This Snack On Hand

    If you have ever wondered what a celebrity chef munches on when their hunger pangs hit, here is the snack Valerie Bertinelli always keeps on hand. It's healthy!

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  • Diet Coke bottle
    By Colin McCandless December 8th, 2021

    Here's What Really Causes Diet Coke And Mentos To React

    By now, you've seen the soda geyser created by dropping Mentos into Diet Coke. But why does that happen? Here's the science behind the sticky reaction.

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  • strawberries with white mold
    By Karen Hart December 8th, 2021

    How To Tell If Strawberries Have Gone Bad

    We know that expiration dates are arbitrary, so how can you know for sure that your strawberries have gone bad? Here are some signs that it's time to toss them.

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  • Padma Lakshmi wears red lipstick
    By Aimee Lamoureux December 8th, 2021

    Padma Lakshmi's Feelings About Pizza Are Totally Relatable

    While Padma Lakshmi may be able to regularly sample dishes prepared by some of the world's top chefs, she appreciates everyday fare as well.

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  • Bags of Five Guys Specially Selected Potatoes
    By Elise Conley December 8th, 2021

    Why Five Guys Is So Particular About Its Potatoes

    Five Guys have some of the best french fries in fast food, but what makes them so good? The founder and his sons explain it's all about the potatoes.

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  • tin of red altoids
    By Nick Desimone December 8th, 2021

    Whatever Happened To Altoids Sours?

    If you were around when Altoids Sours launched in 2004, you may remember the stranglehold that these popular sour treats had on our candy culture.

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  • A spiral cut ham garnished with rosemary sprigs and orange wedges
    By Nick Desimone December 8th, 2021

    The Weird Way The Smell Of Ham Affects Your Sense Of Taste

    Yes, you read that right: The smell of ham totally affects the way you experience flavor. Here's how.

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  • KFC bucket on red and white background
    By Chase Shustack December 8th, 2021

    TikTok Can't Believe This Massive KFC Drink Size

    Although you may think a supersized cup was as far as fast food drink sizes were willing to go, KFC had a bolder, wilder idea.

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  • Progresso soup cans on a shelf
    By Colin McCandless December 8th, 2021

    Why A Horse Was Important To Progresso's Initial Success

    Long before Progresso had cans of soup on grocery shelves everywhere, a horse named Sal helped start the company we know today.

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  • Gordon Ramsay smiles in close-up
    By Boshika Gupta December 8th, 2021

    Gordon Ramsay Can't Decide What He Would Eat For His Last Meal

    If you ask Gordon Ramsay about his final meal, you'll see that while he can't make up his mind, he has some ideas he'd consider.

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  • Sugar cravings
    By Rachel Pasche December 8th, 2021

    The Real Reason Sugar Cravings Are So Powerful

    If you find yourself constantly hankering for sweets after dinner, you're not "weak." There are several reasons why sugar cravings are so powerful.

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  • Sunny Anderson smiling
    By Melissa Campana December 8th, 2021

    How Sunny Anderson's Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis Affected Her Diet

    The 46-year-old chef is a ray of sunshine on Food Network, but it hasn't all been chimichangas and butterflies for her.

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  • close up of Brussels sprouts
    By Ceara Milligan December 8th, 2021

    Hate Brussels Sprouts? Your Genes Could Be To Blame

    Kids are notorious for hating vegetables, but if you dislike Brussels sprouts well into adulthood, then your genes could be to blame. Here's why.

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  • Almond milk with scattered almonds
    By Ceara Milligan December 8th, 2021

    Almond Milk Has Been Popular For Longer Than You Think

    While almond milk might feel like a hip new wellness trend, it has actually been around for a long time. And we're not just talking about a decade or two.

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  • A Shojin Ryori meal
    By Khyati Dand December 8th, 2021

    Everything You Need To Know About Buddhist Cuisine Shojin Ryori

    The Buddhist cuisine of Shojin Ryori is made to align the body, mind, and soul. Here's what you need to know.

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  • Adele smiling
    By Taylor Huang December 8th, 2021

    What Adele's Kitchen Really Looks Like

    Get a look inside what Adele's California kitchen looks like. The space is beautiful and also has strong connections to the British culture of her youth.

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  • Smirnoff Ice bottles on ice
    By Ceara Milligan December 8th, 2021

    The Hilarious Origin Of Smirnoff Icing

    Smirnoff Icing was a beloved millennial prank, but do you know how the vodka-chugging trend started? The boozy origins of Smirnoff Icing might not surprise you.

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  • Aldi grocery store
    By Amanda Tarlton December 8th, 2021

    Is Aldi Open On Christmas 2021?

    While it's best to stock up on all your seasonal gifts and goodies early there's always that one thing you forget. Is Aldi open on Christmas or Christmas Eve?

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  • cans of LaCroix in cooler
    By Ceara Milligan December 8th, 2021

    Here's How LaCroix Gets Its Flavor

    Have you ever wondered how LaCroix is packed with so much flavor but is zero calories? It might sound like witchcraft, but there's another explanation.

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  • Circus peanuts
    By Ceara Milligan December 8th, 2021

    What Are Circus Peanuts And How Are They Actually Made?

    A candy that has been around since the 19th century, circus peanuts offer the same appeal as candy corn. You either really love them or you don't.

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  • row of SOLO cups
    By Naomi Kennedy December 8th, 2021

    The Lines On SOLO Cups Mean More Than You Think

    The lines associated with SOLO cups have been the subject of a popular social media theory. But does that theory hold water?

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