Australia’s culinary customs are as foreign to Americans as Christmas in the summer. That’s too bad since it means those of us residing in the U.S. miss out on unique delights like Fairy Bread and Freddo Frogs. From sweet to savory and umami, this list is full of Australian foods we wish we could find…
Many Americans buy their groceries without a second thought to the ingredients in them. In many countries, however, you won’t find those same products on store shelves. That’s because other countries have banned many ingredients commonly found in American-produced foods. These ingredients include additives, preservatives, and artificial dyes present in a range of products, including…
WWhen you want to eat healthy, you may automatically reach for certain foods, such as yogurt or granola. But some supposedly healthy foods contain high amounts of a not-so-healthy ingredient: sugar. Excessive sugar consumption can lead to various health complications, including an increased risk of diabetes and heart disease. Knowing about the sugar content in…
There’s no doubt McDonald’s has earned its renowned place in popular culture. With billions served in countries across the globe, it’s no wonder that this fast food chain sparks curiosity. Get ready to discover 24 facts you might not know about this iconic burger chain. 1: It Wasn’t a Burger Joint When it opened in…
If you’re traveling around the world or eating food at a new restaurant nearby, you might run into names that will trip you up when pronouncing them. You’re not alone if you need help sounding out some food names. Italian, French, and Vietnamese foods are some of the hardest to pronounce correctly. You could be…
In the same way ponchos and bell bottoms have all but disappeared from our modern lives, certain foods of the 1960s are tough to find. Sure, you may come across the occasional Jell-O mold in a church basement somewhere, and you might even find a Grasshopper pie on a random restaurant menu. But, in general,…
Most kids will gladly eat any sweet or salty snack they can get their hands on. As for grownups? We tend to have more selective tastes. Americans who aren’t on a diet might not entirely stick their noses up to salty snacks. However, if a survey by YouGov is accurate and when the option is…
America has an interesting relationship with alcohol. We love our wine, beer, and whiskey, but our puritanical roots sometimes make it hard to enjoy. At one point, we banned the stuff altogether (hello, prohibition). And, while most of the country is fairly permissive about a tipple or two today, strange laws still remain on many…
Ask any traveler, and they’ll tell you this: Trying new foods is one of the best parts about traveling. But no matter how adventurous the person, some foods cross the grossness line. From animals in wine to half-developed animals in shells, these are some of the foods that Americans turn up their noses to but…
It’s safe to say every choice you make affects the environment. It all adds up, from the type of car you drive to how much you spend on electricity every month. Even the food you eat can have a major impact. The hamburger you eat for lunch can affect your health and the environment. That…
