In the 19th century, tin miners ate these handheld pies and left their crusts to appease mischievous, mine-dwelling spirits.

This Canadian favorite is relatively unknown elsewhere.

Now largely forgotten, the pairing was once as popular as PB&J.

This pancake pays tribute to one of Japan's favorite fish.

Grown only on the volcanic soil of Hawaiʻi’s Big Island, this coffee is known for its subtle, rich flavor and hordes of unscrupulous imitators.

A pharmaceutical company developed this beverage as drinkable IV solution.

One fantasy food's journey from sci-fi vegan steak to silver screen cannibalism to actual meal replacement.

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

What began as an April Fools' Day prank ended in a testicle-spiked beer.

Follow your nose through Taipei for this crispy, warm street snack.

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

You eat the shell, too.

This cousin of root beer has a long history and a surprisingly minty taste.

A bar sharing a basement with a pickle place led to an unusual drink.

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

These portable pancake sheets have a crispy, hollow side and a sweet, doughy side.

They're a Baltimore-specific guilty pleasure.

The South Pacific's shrub-based drink causes relaxation, euphoria, and a tingling sensation.

The fruit so pungent it's banned from trains, hotels, and public places.

The hot dog chain’s charming “bi-dent” picks up potatoes with ease.

An ancient cooking method still produces delicious, beachside feasts.

The original energy bar.

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

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