What Happens to Unsold Halloween Pumpkins?
The unwanted gourds can wind up in a variety of places, including your local zoo.
2023-09-06 22:20
Why Artificial Banana Flavor Doesn’t Quite Taste Like Bananas
Despite what people often claim, the Gros Michel isn't to blame.
2023-08-29 03:16
Back to the future for India's rice farmers
India, the world's biggest rice exporter, is turning to old varieties and new farming techniques.
2023-08-15 05:15
Chicken Tenders vs. Chicken Fingers: What's the Difference?
All fried chicken tenders qualify as fingers, but not all chicken fingers are tenders.
2023-08-11 22:27
Why Can’t You Wear White After Labor Day?
The unofficial—but widely known—fashion rule can be traced back more than 100 years to some snobby millionaires.
2023-08-11 00:23
What Are Pimentos, And How Do They Get Inside Olives?
Until the early 1960s, pimentos were sliced and then stuffed into olives by hand.
2023-08-02 04:50
Why Is TV Called the ‘Boob Tube’?
When TVs became popular in the 20th century, some people started calling it ‘the tube.’ That nickname soon spawned an even catchier one: ‘the boob tube.’
2023-07-20 04:26
What’s the Difference Between Ice Cream and Gelato?
You know it's summer when going to the local ice cream or gelato shop becomes part of your daily routine. But what exactly is the difference between these two frozen treats?
2023-06-29 05:22
A group promoting healthy food choices asked a Georgia baseball team to change its name. Here's how the Macon Bacon responded
A group of plant-based activists urged the Macon Bacon baseball team in Georgia to change their name to promote healthier food choices.
2023-06-25 02:23
What’s the Difference Between Shrimp and Prawns?
Shrimp and prawns are two tasty crustaceans that are often confused with one another. We examine the differences.
2023-06-21 05:19
Bison, melted ice cream among top 10 out-of-the-ordinary hotel room service requests, survey reports
Melted ice cream, cockle popcorn and a no-egg-white omelet are among the most unusual hotel room service requests from travelers across the globe, according to a recent study.
2023-06-10 13:19
Why Are Peaches Fuzzy?
Whether you enjoy the velvety skin on peaches or peel it off, you may wonder why they developed fuzz in the first place.
2023-06-09 22:21