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Jug Life: A History of the Kool-Aid Man

July 19, 2017July 14, 2017 0 Comments fun, history

(via mental_floss) Introduced in 1975, Kool-Aid Man became one of the most beloved characters in advertising history, with a recognition

July 18, 2017July 17, 2017 0 Comments Fruit

(via mental_floss) When a run-of-the-mill watermelon and a souped-up frankenmelon love each other very much, they come together and make

July 18, 2017July 14, 2017 0 Comments food

(via Atlas Obscura) Apple pie is not an American invention. Only in 1697 did the concept reach the United States—through

July 7, 2017July 3, 2017 0 Comments food, fun facts

(via Buzzfeed) You think you know everything there is to know about bananas? Maybe you do, maybe you don’t.

July 3, 2017June 27, 2017 0 Comments food, peanuts

(via Grunge) With an estimated 90 percent of American homes containing peanut butter, you’d think the sticky, nutty stuff would

June 13, 2017June 12, 2017 0 Comments food, history

(via Atlas Obscura) In 1950, Robert C. Baker, a professor at Cornell University, published Cornell Cooperative Extension Information Bulletin 862,

June 9, 2017May 31, 2017 0 Comments food

(via mental_floss) It’s easy to say what a sandwich is. Grilled cheese?—definitely a sandwich. Bacon, lettuce, and tomato?—there’s no question.

June 8, 2017June 1, 2017 0 Comments food

(via Wimp.com) These days, more and more people are out of touch with their food. We simply get what we

June 7, 2017May 31, 2017 0 Comments food, history

(via mental_floss) From Roman orchards to modern-day supermarkets, the humble cherry has enjoyed a long and fruitful history. Here are

May 10, 2017May 3, 2017 0 Comments culture, food

(via Great Big Story) For more than 300 years, the world’s rarest pasta recipe and its intricate shaping technique have

(via Great Big Story) Nothing beats the sweet and savory soul food combo that is chicken and waffles. But, was