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Onions Naturally Have Sucrose in Their Cells. The Longer You Cook an Onion, the More Sucrose is Released, and the Heat Turns Sucrose into Sweeter Sugars Like Glucose and Fructose.

Caramelizing onions is basically cooking onions for an extended period of time with a bit of fat. Either oil or butter is used in the process. But did you know that the process of caramelization happens because of the presence of sucrose in the cells of an onion? Sucrose, a natural sugar, is trapped in […]

Onions Naturally Have Sucrose in Their Cells. The Longer You Cook an Onion, the More Sucrose is Released, and the Heat Turns Sucrose into Sweeter Sugars Like Glucose and Fructose. Read More »

Cracker Barrel

In 2006, a Mother and Son were Convicted of Trying to Extort Money from Cracker Barrel. They Claimed That They Found a Dead Mouse in the Soup. The Restaurant Chain Filed Charges After a Necropsy Proved That the Mouse Had No Soup in its Lungs.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc., simply known as Cracker Barrel, is a Southern-themed restaurant and gift store chain in the United States. Dan Evins founded the company in 1969, with its first location in Lebanon, Tennessee. But did you know that the restaurant chain actually filed charges against a mother and son who tried

In 2006, a Mother and Son were Convicted of Trying to Extort Money from Cracker Barrel. They Claimed That They Found a Dead Mouse in the Soup. The Restaurant Chain Filed Charges After a Necropsy Proved That the Mouse Had No Soup in its Lungs. Read More »

Carbonara

Carbonara Did Not Exist Before the Second World War. It is Believed to Have Originated from US Military Supplies of Eggs and Bacon During That Time.

Carbonara is an Italian pasta dish that originated in Rome. It is made with eggs, hard cheese like Pecorino Roman or Parmigiano-Reggiano, cured pork, and black pepper. But did you ever wonder how the dish came to be? Carbonara did not exist prior to World War II and was most likely inspired by US military

Carbonara Did Not Exist Before the Second World War. It is Believed to Have Originated from US Military Supplies of Eggs and Bacon During That Time. Read More »

Mars Incorporated

Mars Incorporated, the Maker of Snickers, Milky Way, M&Ms, Skittles, and Other Candies, is Owned by the Mars Family. They are Reclusive and Rarely Participate in Interviews. As of 2020, the Combined Wealth of the Family Amounted to $125 Billion

Mars Incorporated is a multinational American manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other products. But they are more popularly known for their Snickers, Milky Way, M&M, and Skittles brands. But do you know who owns the leading manufacturer of sweets? Mars Incorporated, the maker of Snickers, Milky Way, M&Ms, Skittles, and other candies, is still

Mars Incorporated, the Maker of Snickers, Milky Way, M&Ms, Skittles, and Other Candies, is Owned by the Mars Family. They are Reclusive and Rarely Participate in Interviews. As of 2020, the Combined Wealth of the Family Amounted to $125 Billion Read More »

American Cheese

American Cheese is a Combination of Cheddar, Colby, Washed Curd, or Granular Cheeses. According to Federal Law, This Product Must be Labeled as “Processed American Cheese.”

Cheese is an essential component of classic grilled cheese, and the queso makes it melty and delicious. American cheese, whether bright orange or pristine white, sold in a huge block or individually wrapped in plastic, is a time-honored component of many American recipes and diets. But did you know American Cheese is actually a combination

American Cheese is a Combination of Cheddar, Colby, Washed Curd, or Granular Cheeses. According to Federal Law, This Product Must be Labeled as “Processed American Cheese.” Read More »

Lobsters

Lobster Used to be Considered the Poor Man’s Protein Until the 1880s. Prisoners Would Start Complaining When They were Given Lobsters More Than Three Times a Week.

Due to their popularity and high demand, lobsters today are quite expensive. In addition, lobsters are difficult to catch and are best served fresh. As a result, the process of catching them up until preparing the meal requires many skills and resources. All of these factors contribute to the high cost of lobsters. But did

Lobster Used to be Considered the Poor Man’s Protein Until the 1880s. Prisoners Would Start Complaining When They were Given Lobsters More Than Three Times a Week. Read More »

Lawrence Brewer

Texas No Longer Accepts “Last Meal” Requests for Death Row Inmates After Lawrence Brewer, A White Supremacist, and Convicted Murderer, Ordered a Feast and Refused to Eat It.

The last meal of a condemned prisoner is a customary ritual before execution. In many countries, the prisoner is given the right, within limits, to choose his or her last meal. But did you know Texas no longer allows this?  After Lawrence Brewer, a convicted murderer, ordered a feast and refused to eat it in

Texas No Longer Accepts “Last Meal” Requests for Death Row Inmates After Lawrence Brewer, A White Supremacist, and Convicted Murderer, Ordered a Feast and Refused to Eat It. Read More »

Taffy

There is No Difference Between Saltwater Taffy and Regular Taffy. It is Simply a Marketing Ploy in Coastal Regions to Ramp Up Sales.

The term taffy is used in the United States, whereas toffee is used in the United Kingdom. According to those researching their histories, both gained popularity during the 19th century. But do you know the difference between Saltwater Taffy and Regular Taffy?  There is actually no distinction between “saltwater” and regular taffy. It is a

There is No Difference Between Saltwater Taffy and Regular Taffy. It is Simply a Marketing Ploy in Coastal Regions to Ramp Up Sales. Read More »

Panera

The St. Louis Bread Company is Known as the Panera Outside of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. The Name Change Came About in 1997 During the Company’s Expansion.

In the Greater St. Louis area, the company is known as Saint Louis Bread Company and has over 100 locations. Products include bakery items, pasta, salads, sandwiches, soups, and specialty drinks. Flatbread pizzas will be added to the menu in 2020. But do you know when St. Louis Bread Company changed its name to Panera?

The St. Louis Bread Company is Known as the Panera Outside of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. The Name Change Came About in 1997 During the Company’s Expansion. Read More »

Chocolate Giri Japan Valentines

Japanese Women are Expected to Gift Chocolates to Men During Valentines Day. Giri Choco or Obligation Chocolates are Part of This Tradition. Men are Then Supposed to Reciprocate the Gesture on March 14.

Valentine’s Day is known as the day of love. Of course, chocolate is one of the most ideal gifts to give your loved ones. It is also a great treat, easy to work with, delicious, and allows you to indulge yourself and others. In 2018, nearly $ 1.8 billion was spent on Valentine’s Day sweets

Japanese Women are Expected to Gift Chocolates to Men During Valentines Day. Giri Choco or Obligation Chocolates are Part of This Tradition. Men are Then Supposed to Reciprocate the Gesture on March 14. Read More »