Food

Corn became a vital crop for the survival of early civilizations in the Americas thousands of years ago.

A thin slice of potato, born out of frustration, became America’s favorite snack, but the innovations that kept it fresh helped turn a simple snack into a nationwide obsession.

A makeshift solution at a crowded fair, when a vendor runs out of dishes and rolls a waffle into a cone, unexpectedly transforms how ice cream is served, turning a moment of improvisation into one of the most iconic treats in the world. But what's the real truth behind the legendary story?

Adam explores the history of animatronics at a classic Chuck E. Cheese and tries two styles of pizza that haven’t been made since the 80s.

Are these candies on your favorites list?

Discover the shocking (and sometimes radioactive) foods from the past that will make you rethink every bite.

The Taíno people, Indigenous to the Caribbean, used a wooden rack called the barbacoa to slowly cook meat.

From its bullpen origins to becoming a cultural icon, find out how shredded bubble gum candy changed the industry.

Adam meets with Dr. Justin Shimek and Dr. Kathy Westphal to taste test an original 1980s French fry.

Put down your avocado toast and TV dinner—and discover the top food fads from the 1920s to today.

Designing the average food truck kitchen requires specialized engineering.

Hummus is a Middle Eastern dish with roots in regions like Syria and Egypt, with the earliest known recipe appearing in a 13th-century cookbook. The 1960s movement in the US introduced many people to Middle Eastern cuisine, including hummus.

From spaghetti and meatballs to General Tso's chicken, many dishes Americans associate with international cuisine were actually invented in the US of A!

From fire to the air fryer, humans have a remarkable history of innovating in the kitchen. Discover the 10 kitchen inventions that changed food forever, in this episode of History Countdown.