The BBC’s April Fools Spaghetti-tree Hoax
In the 1950s, outside of Italy, not a lot of people knew how spaghetti was made and so, a cameraman for the BBC took the opportunity to create one of the greatest pranks of all time.
Why Is Spam Called SPAM?
People get spam emails, messages, calls, spam everything. But why is it called spam? Does it have something to do with the food? Technically… kind of
Why are Tomatoes Legally Vegetables in the United States?
Botanically speaking tomatoes are fruits so why did the United States Supreme Court rule in 1893 that they are actually vegetables?
Why Kinder Surprise Eggs are Illegal in the U.S.
Who doesn’t like chocolate and toys? But you better watch out, if you put them together, you’re breaking laws in the United States. Find out why Kinder Eggs are illegal in the U.S.
The Facts on Brain Freeze
Turns out you can’t eat ice cream like a maniac despite really wanting to because your brain will turn on you. Or is it actually something else causing pain? Learn all about “brain” freeze today!
4 Vegetables / Fruits People Actually Feared
Throughout history people have feared plenty of things for different reasons, even food! Let’s look at 4 different fruits and vegetables people feared throughout history and why!
Why Are They Called French Fries?
Are French Fries even French? Probably not and it turns out the origin of its name in the United States is a bit more complicated with a few different stories on how the name came to be.
Do Carrots Actually Help Your Eyesight?
You may have heard carrots help your eyesight or maybe you know it’s a myth, but do you know where it started? Put down that carrot cuz maybe there is some truth in that myth after all.
The Facts on How Pineapples Eat You!
Sure pineapples are delicious but sometimes it hurts to eat, that’s because of a special enzyme in pineapples that eat you!
That Time the U.S Banned Sliced Bread
We've all heard the saying, "this is the greatest thing since sliced bread!" but if it's so great, why was sliced bread banned in the United States in 1943?
How Russia, USA, and Olympics Cost McDonalds Millions
In 1984 McDonalds would run a marketing promotion they expected to increase traffic, give out free food, and promote the Olympics. But a series of world events stemming from 1979 ended up costing McDonalds millions.
NYC vs Chipotle $151 Million Lawsuit Explained
With the recent news of NYC filing a $151 million lawsuit against Chipotle for violating what is called the Fair Work Week Law and New York States Sick Leave Law we decided to take a look at what exactly the suit alleges Chipotle did wrong.