Food Trends & Trivia
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20 Popular American Snacks That Are Way Older Than You Think
We love our snacks. Our cravings for munchies fueled $186 billion in sales last year, according to trade association SNAC International (yeah, they really nailed it with that acroynm). As it turns out, when we find something we like, our interest…
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The Best Fried Food In Every State
America’s love for the deep fryer knows no bounds. This is the country that has fried everything from Coke to Oreos to butter. Every state has its signature fried dish that locals rave about and visitors can’t resist. From the…
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Unusual New Fruits You’re Suddenly Seeing at the Grocery Store
Grocery stores these days try to attract customers to the produce section with choices beyond ordinary apples and oranges. Specialty stores, such as Asian grocers, are even better sources for exotic fruits and vegetables, which can be beneficial. “Generally speaking,…
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23 Foods You Should NEVER Freeze
Sure, the freezer helps you extend the life of foods and beverages, a bonus in these tough economic times. But there are a number of items that do not do well on ice because the process impacts their appearance, texture, or taste. …
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It’s NFL Draft Day in Green Bay: Discover Wisconsin’s Most Iconic Foods
Diehard football fans are excited about heading to Green Bay for this year’s NFL Draft. As a Wisconsinite and Packers fan myself, I agree that experiencing Lambeau Field and the history of the franchise is pretty exhilarating. But you know…
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15 Strange and Surprising Facts About Your Favorite Candy
Right up there with otters holding hands and double rainbows, candy is one of those things in life that just makes you happy. Candies have existed for thousands of years, long before vending machines and Halloween buckets. Ancient cultures boiled…
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10 of the Oldest Desserts in History
A sweet treat at the end of your meal is timeless, especially when you consider how long people have been enjoying it. Dessert stretches as far back into the past…
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11 Foods You’ve Never Eaten Unless You’re From Florida
Florida might be known for theme parks, hurricanes, humidity, and beautiful beaches. However, the state’s mashup of Southern, Caribbean, and Latin American influences has also created a menu that’s intriguing,…
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Skip the Road Trip: Bake Your Way Across America With These 12 Legendary State Pie Recipes
From Alaska’s campfire salmon pie to Florida’s no-bake Key Lime, these regional desserts prove there’s a lot more to America than apple and pumpkin.Pie is as American as, well, you…
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Why McDonald’s Ice Cream Machines Never Work
Every few weeks, usually at night, I have a sudden craving for vanilla soft serve from McDonald’s. But just as I start to fantasize about the immaculate, snow-white swirl, I…
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American Cities With the Most Expensive Pizza
When you’re hungry, don’t feel like cooking, and don’t want to spend a lot of money, pizza is the perfect choice. It’s cheap, readily available, and can feed a whole…
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The Biggest Fast-Food Flops of All Time
Fast-food restaurants make some of our favorite guilty pleasures, many of which have reached iconic status. But it takes a lot of experimenting to score a hit the likes of…
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The Oldest Grocery Store Chains in America
Before there were supermarkets the size of small airports, there were corner stores run by people who actually knew your name — and your favorite kind of pickles. Some of…
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Wendy’s Frosty Is Getting Fancy. Here’s Every New Flavor
Wendy’s Frosty may be one of the best frozen fast-food treats. It’s better than a shake and tastier than boring old soft serve. Lately, the chain has been switching up…
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The Top 10 Most Popular Cuisines in America
Americans might argue over politics, parking spots, and pineapple on pizza — but when it comes to food, they’re pretty united in one thing: global flavors run the table. A…
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12 Famous Recipes That Haven’t Changed for Decades
The food landscape is always changing, but some recipes don’t need to. Some things were perfected a long time ago, and when it comes to the classics, they’re great exactly…
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McDonald’s Hack: How to Get a Big Mac for Less
Are we still hitting up the Golden Arches and saying wreckless things to the drive-thru workers like, “Can I get a number one, a number seven large-sized, and two number…
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Countries That Eat Just Like America Does
If you’re planning to move abroad but the idea of giving up burgers, pancakes, and grocery-store mac and cheese sends you into a cold sweat, you’re in luck. ObjectiveLists created…
