From humble meat-hybrid to Cincinnati favorite.

For those craving intensity beyond black licorice, how about tar?

Grown in the volcanic soil around Mt. Vesuvius, these tomatoes are one of only a couple varieties used in authentic Neapolitan pizza.

The nut goes from oak tree to savory, sesame-topped side in a matter of days.

Spiced meat sauce meets spaghetti, shredded cheese, and beans in a Midwest cult favorite.

Fluffy, crispy, and large enough to share, it's no ordinary pancake.

Produced since 1847, these classic New England candies almost disappeared in 2018.

This Hungarian fried dough can make a rich breakfast or trusty hangover cure.

This plant adds a hint of vanilla and a wash of brilliant green to any dish.

Once a treatment for heat stroke, the herbal gel now flavors desserts.

Bitter, sweet, and salty collide in this cool Taiwanese treat.

In the mountains of the Philippines, nuns raise funds with a sweet spread made from purple yams.

During Christmastime in the Philippines, purple reigns with this colorful sticky rice snack.

A sundae with a surprising mix of flavors that reflect Filipino history.