Perry's Restaurant In Connecticut Is Where The Lobster Roll Was Invented
Lobster rolls are very much a Northeastern thing, but only one restaurant can lay claim to inventing the iconic sandwich, and that's Perry's in Connecticut.
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The Reason Australians Call Boxed Wine Goon Sacks
Boxed wine is big in Australia, where it has a few inventive nicknames, and when things get merry down-under, there are a few games played with the inner bags.
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Snowballs Vs Snow Cones: The Icy Difference Between These Frozen Treats
There's nothing more refreshing than a frozen treat during the sweltering summer. Let's learn the differences between two icons - snowballs and snow cones.
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The Origins Of Passover's Ceremonial Seder Meal
The Jewish holiday of Passover begins on April 22 this year, meaning many people will be preparing a traditional seder meal. But how did this tradition start?
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How Macaroons Found Their Place On The Passover Dessert Table
Most of the elements that make up the traditional Passover Seder have religious significance, but not the macaroons. How did they become part of the tradition?
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14 Bavarian Foods You Have To Try In Munich
Whether you're sipping beer during Oktoberfest or marveling at the Christmas Markets, Munich is jam-packed with flavorful Bavarian food finds all year long.
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The Origins Of Texas Funeral Cake
Texas funeral cake is a hearty dessert that comes together quickly to feed a crowd, which might partly explain why it's so commonly found at funerals.
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How Malaysia's Ramly Burger Became A Culinary Staple
After Haji Ramly Monki came up empty trying to find halal-certified meat among Kuala Lumpur's street vendors he opened his own, and the Ramly burger was born.
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The Royal History Of How Sirloin Steak Got Its Name
Giving someone, or something, a knighthood is the highest honor. In the 17th-century it is said that one British royal chose to bestow that honor on a steak.
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14 Presidents Whose Elections Were Defined By Food
As history shows, presidential elections can be won or lost with just a single bite. These are 14 candidates who campaigned through food and drink.
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The Fascinating Origin Story Behind Red Lobster's Cheddar Bay Biscuits
There was once a time when Red Lobster served hushpuppies instead of Cheddar Bay Biscuits. Seriously. Learn the origin story of the beloved side here.
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Boza Is The Fermented Drink That's Been Enjoyed For Over 8,000 Years
The tangy fermented beverage warms bodies and is often prescribed to lactating mothers and those suffering from cholera and throat infections.
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Why The Bizarre 1930s Canned Frog Industry Crashed And Burned
For a brief moment in time, canned frogs were a popular item at American grocery stores. Find out how the industry rose and quickly failed, spectacularly.
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Foster's Is The Australian Beer Invented By Americans
While marketing would have you believe that Foster's is practically synonymous with Australian beer, its Aussie roots are arguably planted in American soil.
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How Béarnaise Sauce Got Its Name
Béarnaise sauce is commonly found in most steakhouses across the U.S. Find out how this traditional French sauce was created and how it got its name.
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Why Turkey Is A Cornerstone Of Texas BBQ - Exclusive
Turkey isn't just for Thanksgiving and smoked turkey isn't just for sandwiches. Turkey is at home on the menu at Texas barbecue joints year-round.
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25 Fast Food Menu Items We May Never Get Back
While some fast food menu items turn out to be wild successes, others fall short and are buried in the proverbial gastronomic graveyard.
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Why Using Native Grapes Has Its Advantages In Winemaking
Native grapes have a significant impact on the end characteristics of wine. Leonardo Bellaccini, oenologist at San Felice Wine Estate in Tuscany tells us why.
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The Story Of Yuengling, America's Oldest Brewing Company, Predates Prohibition
Yuengling has been around for far longer than any person living today. It even managed to survive Prohibition and has continued to add chapters to its story.
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Golden Bread Is The Canadian French Toast With Hard-Working Origins
We may think of French toast as the ideal dish for a decadent brunch, but in 19th century Quebec, golden bread fueled the timber industry.
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We Finally Know How Fortune Cookies Get Their Messages Inside
Have you ever wondered how the little slips of paper get inside fortune cookies? They aren't baked into the dough or carefully maneuvered inside after shaping.
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How A Simple Sparkling Wine Drink Got The Name 'Cold Duck'
Cold duck is an elevated two-parter (not dissimilar to a highball) made from a combination of sparkling burgundy wine and champagne.
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This Is How Whiskey Was Served In The 18th Century
While most every bar today has a tower of glassware ready and waiting to hold some whiskey, that isn't how it was served in the 18th century.
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Alfred Hitchcock's Favorite Steak Dinner Was Hollywood's Iconic Chasen's
Alfred Hitchcock is a film icon known for his movies, but also for his love of food. His favorite steak came from an iconic Hollywood spot called Chasen's.
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The Confusing Origin Story Of Brownies
Who made the first brownies? It seems like a simple question, but there is no simple answer to be given, as the origin of the classic dessert is quite murky.
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The World's First-Ever Beer Recipe Has Been Around Since Ancient Times
Modern humans aren't the only ones who enjoy a glass of beer. In fact, a recipe for the fermented grain beverage has been around for thousands of years.
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The Rochester Garbage Plate Is A Delicious Hot Mess
Nick Tahou Hots' third-generation owner Alex Tahou tells us all about the home of the original garbage plate, aka Rochester's most iconic meal.
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