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The History of the Maligned and Misunderstood Fruitcake
The polarizing dessert that people love to hate became a holiday mainstay thanks, in part, to the US Postal Service.
Underneath the Mistletoe…You’ll Find the Plant It’s Stealing Nutrients From
This cheery holiday plant might encourage stolen kisses, but it’s also a tree-killing parasite.
Putting the Egg Back in Eggnog
Store-bought versions hardly resemble the drink’s rich, boozy origins.
The Medieval Origins of Thanksgiving Dinner
Delving into the traditions behind the big feast.
Consider the Lobster’s Feelings
A new study, commissioned by the UK government, found that crustaceans and cephalopods are sentient beings. Boiling them live may soon be banned.
In his new cookbook, Zacchary Bird offers a guide to transforming vegetables into flavorful meat-like meals.
Why Don’t We Eat Turkey Tails?
One part of the bird never makes it to the Thanksgiving table, but it’s a delicacy in other parts of the world.
The Migratory Locust: It’s What’s for Dinner
The European Union has started to approve insects as food.
Order Up: What’s Next For Restaurants?
In his new book, Corey Mintz explores the end of the restaurant industry as we know it.