The Origin of Graham Crackers
Were graham crackers named for a man who believed unhealthy diet led to sexual excess?
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Etymology of Sirloin
The cut of steak known as "sirloin" is not so named because an English king once knighted a piece of beef.
Canned Pumpkin Isn’t Actually Pumpkin?
Just ahead of the fall holidays, a viral social media rumor suggested the pumpkin in pumpkin pie is secretly produced from other squash.
Potato Chip Origin
Were potato chips invented thanks to a cook's momentary fit of pique?
What Does Pumpernickel Mean?
Is pumpernickel bread named after a horse? Does it translate to 'devil's fart'? So many breadcrumbs to follow.
Gatorade Origin
Was Gatorade invented by researchers at the University of Florida?
Is German Chocolate Cake Really German?
Another case of utter chaos caused by a punctuation error.
Etymology of Hot Dog
Was the term 'hot dog' coined by a sports cartoonist who couldn't spell 'dachshund'?
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Did Nostradamus Predict the COVID-19 Pandemic?
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