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Your Basic Guide to Pumpkin Spice

What is pumpkin spice, anyway? Learn what's really in this fall flavor and how to make your own pumpkin spice latte with KaTom's guide.

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Types of Apples

Why are apples so diverse? Go way beyond McIntosh and Granny Smith with KaTom's guide to the types of apples available today.

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National Sandwich Day

Sit down with KaTom as we take a bite of some of the wildest and most popular sandwiches we could find for National Sandwich Day.

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Traditional Southern Cooking Styles

Explore the various cuisine of the South with KaTom's guide to traditional southern cuisine, from soul food to lowcountry.

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5 Mother Sauces from French Cuisine

French cuisine includes five mother sauces, which are essential to making many famous dishes and can work as bases for various other sauces.

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IPA Beer, Then & Now

What is an IPA? KaTom answers your questions about the history of this type of ale, as well as its popularity, characteristics, and flavors.

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Rediscovering Root Beer

What is root beer? From sassafras and sarsaparilla to molasses and vanilla, get to the bottom of this beverage's mysteries with KaTom.

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Investigating the Nooks & Crannies of English Muffins

Only mildly English and not what most consider muffins, but definitely delicious – join KaTom as we explore: What is an English muffin?

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Each State's Favorite Meal During Quarantine

What type of recipes are people searching for most during quarantine? Find out if Americans are eating more breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert!

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The Difference Between Green Tea and Powdered Tea

Powdered teas are trendy, but how are they different from classic teas? Learn more about matcha, hojicha, and green tea with KaTom.

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12 Menu Items & Ingredients You May Be Mispronouncing

Don't let the fear of mispronouncing a dish keep you from trying new food. Use KaTom's pronunciation guide to place orders with confidence.

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The History of Holiday Flavors

How did our favorite holiday flavors – including cinnamon, peppermint, and pumpkin pie – become linked to end-of-year celebrations?

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New York Egg Cream

Egg creams are a nostalgic New York City beverage – made with no egg or cream. Learn more about this drink's history and how to make it.

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All About Chutney

Chutney can be used as a side dish, dip, or condiment. This blog will explain what chutney is, as well as the different varieties available.

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Malts and Shakes: What’s the Difference?

Everyone loves shakes, but what is a malt? Learn the difference between malts and shakes and how to make a malted milkshake at home!

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15 Different Types of Bread

How many different types of bread are there? Learn the origin of some of our favorites, as well as the key ingredients they're made of.

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What's the Difference Between Gelato & Ice Cream (and Everything Else)?

Custard, gelato, frozen yogurt, ice cream, and sorbet may be equally delicious, but each of these frozen desserts is made and served differently.

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20th Annual National Cornbread Festival

South Pittsburg, Tennessee, is home to the Annual National Cornbread Festival, a celebration sponsored by Lodge Cast Iron.

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America's Popcorn Passion

A look into popcorn's past and how you can profit from this wildly popular snack.

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MyPlate Resource Guide

A guide to resources that will help you better understand the MyPlate nutritional guidelines from the USDA.