Baloney's predecessor is sweet, delicately spiced, and bigger than your head.

All is fare in the Korean War.

A pharmaceutical company developed this beverage as drinkable IV solution.

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

This candy rarely ventures beyond Canada's borders.

This savory seafood condiment is named after the finest cognacs.

Spread this fat-poached meat on a crusty French loaf.

This cotton candy-like garnish is made of dried, candied meat.

A bland but storied soup is always on the menu in the U.S. Senate.

In the 1920s, confectioners thought the public wanted candy that looked like legumes—and they were right.

This nightmarish-looking fruit has serious healing potential.

You can roast your potatoes in this rendered fat, or just spread it on bread and eat it cold.

A wartime rice scarcity made this versatile pancake a Japanese staple.

This is what happens when soldiers pick a new name for meat on bread.

When life gives you lemons, this tropical fruit makes 'em taste like lemonade.

A completely delicious, nearly nutrient-free sandwich beloved by generations of New Englanders.

A World War I sugar shortage led an inventor to make a very cherry soda that looks like wine.

The oldest fruit native to North America is probably the least known.

This condiment proves that what the world considers delicious is (nearly) universal.

Jamaica's national fruit is poisonous and resembles scrambled eggs.

This drink hasn't been produced since the late nineties, but still has a cult following.

Some fish can dance.

These salted, pickled plums are an ancient Japanese hangover cure.

Before refrigeration, mixing fruit with sugar and vinegar extended its shelf life and made for a tasty drink.