The Not-So-Spooky Reason We Eat Candy On Halloween
Have you ever wondered why we give out candy on Halloween? Is it to bribe the ghosts and ghouls? Almost, but the history is a little less spooky than that.
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What All Those Labels On Your Egg Carton Really Mean
Before, it seemed like the only decision you had to make when buying eggs was whether to opt for white or brown. Now there are a ton of labels to sift through.
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Maine And Connecticut-Style Lobster Rolls Have More Differences Than You'd Think
Do you prefer a Maine-style or Connecticut-style lobster roll? Do you even know the difference? There's actually a lot that sets them apart.
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We Finally Know What Edible Glitter Is Made Of
Edible glitter looks and functions a lot like craft glitter, but its made of completely different ingredients, which is a good thing since you plan to eat it.
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You Should Think Twice Before Eating Green Potatoes
A potato that's turned green isn't nearly as dangerous to eat as one that's mushy, has black spots, or extra growths, however, it's still best to avoid them.
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Expiration Dates On Food Don't Mean What You Think
Do you know what all those date labels on your food mean? Best-by, sell-by, use-by, and freeze-by are so similar, but they all mean different things.
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Why Fried Ice Cream Doesn't Melt
How does fried ice cream manage to maintain its integrity despite being dipped in hot oil, especially considering ice cream is so sensitive to heat?
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The Brewing Difference Between Ginger Ale And Ginger Beer
Besides the slight name variation, do you know what makes ginger beer and ginger ale different? It all comes down to how they are made.
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The Creamy Difference Between Mozzarella And Burrata Cheese
Burrata has several striking similarities to mozzarella, at first glance, but there's a creamy difference that sets these two stretched cheeses apart.
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Sorry, But Wagyu And Kobe Beef Are Not The Same Thing
At times you'll see Wagyu and Kobe beef used interchangeably on menus. However, this is not okay since the two types of beef (though similar) are not the same.
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The Baking Staple That Helps Get Rid Of Used Cooking Oil
When discarding used cooking oil, most people wait until the oil cools and solidifies, then toss it in the trash, but there is a much more convenient approach.
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The Reason Food Tastes Off When You're On Planes
Have you ever noticed that airplane food tastes strange? Perhaps you've assumed it's just low-quality, but there's a reason airplane food tastes a bit off.
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Now We Know What Cream Of Tartar Is Actually Made Of
Cream of tartar frequently pops up on the ingredient list for baked goods made with whipped egg whites, but does anyone know what this ingredient actually is?
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Actually, A Bell Pepper's Color Affects How Long They Last In The Fridge
Have you ever brought bell peppers home from the store and noticed that your green bell pepper lasted longer than the red or orange one sitting next to it?
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We Finally Know Why Trader Joe's Parking Lots Seem So Small
Shopping at a busy Trader Joe's can be stressful. On top of the normal shopping rush, the chain also has smaller-than-average parking lots. Here's why.
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The Wasabi Served At Restaurants Actually Isn't The Real Deal
Real wasabi root is rare and costly. So costly that most of the wasabi you've been eating at restaurants isn't wasabi at all. So what is it?
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