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6 Easter Traditions From Around the World

When it comes to Easter, the feast dishes, public celebrations, and even the candy often vary depending on where you live.

What’s the Right Way to Eat a Chocolate Easter Bunny?

Is there a right way to eat a chocolate Easter bunny? For candy enthusiasts, there’s a clear favorite among the many ways to devour one.

Chocolate bunnies have an unexpected origin.

Why Do We Eat Chocolate Bunnies at Easter?

As far as holidays go, Easter is second only to Halloween in American candy sales—that’s a lot of chocolate bunnies.

Why the Filet-O-Fish Sandwich Has Been on McDonald’s Menu for More Than 60 Years

The McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich was introduced as an alternative for Catholics avoiding meat on Fridays during Lent—and it almost lost its spot on the menu to a pineapple burger.

The experience is not for the faint of heart (or those with thin wallets).

This Fine Dining Experience in Space Will Cost $495,000 a Plate

SpaceVIP plans to send six gastronomic guests 100,000 feet above sea level in a giant hydrogen balloon.

Whether or not you know what flambé means, be careful trying it at home.

18 Cooking Terms You Should Know

From fold to flambé, here are the culinary terms every home cook should know.

Ever wonder why we decorate Easter eggs?

The Fascinating Origins of 15 Spring Symbols and Traditions

As you’re celebrating the sunny season with domestic cleanses, painted eggs, and frenzied grappling matches over beer barrels, you might begin to wonder where these rituals came from.

Dinner, brought to you by your trusty sheet pan.

This Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken With Artichokes Is the Perfect 30-Minute Meal

If you need a quick dinner for a lazy weeknight, look no further.

Flat white coffee is a relatively recent addition to coffee menus.

What Is 'Flat White' Coffee?

Flat white coffee combines the best of a cappuccino and a latte.

Udder Success: A Brief History of the ‘Got Milk?’ Campaign

The “Got Milk?” tagline became as popular as “Just Do It.” But did it really convince people back in the 1990s to drink more milk? Uncover the history of this iconic marketing campaign here.

Pasta's journey to your kitchen table is more fascinating than you might think.

The Surprising Origins of 15 Pasta Shapes

Ever wonder how lasagne, vermicelli, and macaroni came to be? Dive into the history of some of the best pasta shapes and their cultural significance in Italy and beyond.

What Are the Ingredients in a Slim Jim?

Slim Jims are made of real meat, but it isn't the highest quality.

Who Invented Coffee?

Your daily cup of coffee has been hundreds of years in the making.

Moviegoers were donning these glasses to take in a 3D film way before you thought they were.

8 Everyday Things That Are Much Older Than You Think

Discover the intriguing origins of everything from Oreos to Juicy Fruit gum to sparkling water, exploring their hidden histories and unexpected beginnings, from vaudeville fads to accidental inventions.

The origin of ‘a piece of cake’ comes from actual cake.

The Origins of 10 Food Phrases

From ‘piece of cake’ to ‘the apple of my eye,’ these food-related phrases have fascinating histories.

Oscar Mayer is the only bologna with which America is on a first-name basis.

“My Bologna Has a First Name”: The Origins of Oscar Mayer’s Iconic Jingle

Oscar Mayer's famous jingle taught America how to spell bologna, but how did it get made in the first place?

In Norway, ‘Texas’ Is Slang for ‘Crazy’

Norway may not seem to have much in common with Texas, but when Norwegians want to express how wild and outrageous something is, they go straight for this state-based euphemism.

No Baking Is Required to Make This 5-Ingredient Peppermint Fudge

Make a decadent chocolate dessert tonight without turning on your oven.

There are several ways to celebrate the holiday.

The History of 9 St. Patrick’s Day Traditions

Why do people wear green on St. Patrick's Day? And why do they eat corned beef and cabbage? Let’s dive into the origins of some popular ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

There's a super-sized history for this treat that keeps on giving.

From Fries to Tots: A Delicious History of Fried Potatoes

Discover the fascinating history of fried potatoes, including French fries and their roots in France and Belgium. From tots to hashbrowns and more, the food origins behind these yummy side dishes may surprise you.

The 50 Best Pizzerias in America, According to Yelp

Looking for your next great slice of pizza? Listen to the experts.

McDonald's has tried on dozens of slogans over the years.

14 Fast Food Slogans You Probably Forgot All About

From "Where's Herb?" to "We Speak Fish," these fast food slogans didn't withstand the test of time.

Popcorn has been around for a long time.

How 10 Classic Foods Made Their Way to America

Humans have had plenty of opportunities to discover new foods and transport them to new places over the past 12,000 years.

A Juicy History of the Hamburger

Who invented the hamburger? Unravel the history of this American staple and find out how it went from a simple Hamburg steak to the beloved sandwich we know today.

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