Food History Archives

Why Pennsylvania Dominates as America’s Unrivaled Chocolate Heartland

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Pennsylvania’s chocolate empire isn’t an accident. The $6.5 billion industry thrives on strategic geography and specialized talent. How did this state crush all chocolate competition? The answer might surprise you.

Uberkitchn Team
April 7, 2025

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Food History

How Detroit’s Iconic Potato Chip Brand Defied the Odds and Triumphed

From humble Sicilian roots to Detroit’s last potato chip survivor: Better Made’s against-all-odds story proves authenticity beats corporate giants. Quality still matters in America.

Uberkitchn Team
March 22, 2025

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The Most Revolting Thing Anthony Bourdain Ever Ate—and Why He Regretted It

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Even culinary daredevil Anthony Bourdain met his match with Iceland’s fermented shark. The ammonia-reeking delicacy haunted him more than any exotic meal. Why did he deeply regret trying it?

Uberkitchn Team
March 20, 2025

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Alton Brown Warns This Classic Barbecue Tradition May Soon Be Lost

Is Alton Brown witnessing the death of authentic barbecue? Traditional whole-hog cooking faces extinction as quick methods replace centuries of cultural wisdom. What vanishes with it?

Uberkitchn Team
March 20, 2025

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Nutella Isn’t the Same Anymore—Here’s Why Fans Are Furious

Nutella’s recipe change has sparked global fury. Fans claim the new formula tastes inferior, with adjusted sugar levels and more milk powder. The controversy rages online. Your childhood favorite may be gone forever.

Uberkitchn Team
March 20, 2025

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How a Simple Sandwich Became Louisiana’s Most Treasured Culinary Icon

One sandwich sparked a cultural revolution in Louisiana. From Sicilian necessity to culinary icon, the muffuletta tells a story of immigration, innovation, and identity. New Orleans’ most controversial bread debate awaits.

Uberkitchn Team
March 19, 2025

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Beverage Guides

Why Smoking Bourbon in Cocktails Might Be the Boldest Flavor Move You’ll Ever Make

Can bourbon really taste better with smoke? Bartenders nationwide use cherry wood to…

Uberkitchn Team
April 11, 2025

Beer and Wine

Will a 200% Wine Tariff Turn Your Local Liquor Store Into a Pricey Ghost Town?

Proposed 200% wine tariffs threaten to turn affordable European bottles into luxury…

Uberkitchn Team
April 10, 2025

Beer and Wine

Sweet Showdown: Is Ghirardelli Really Worth More Than Nestle?

Is Ghirardelli's premium price justified or are you throwing money away? Premium…

Uberkitchn Team
April 10, 2025

Casual Dining

Why Bobby Flay Can’t Stop Praising These $14 NYC Fries

Bobby Flay's obsession with Balthazar's $14 fries reveals culinary heresy: America's…

Uberkitchn Team
April 9, 2025