1. Balut – Philippines Imagine cracking open a duck egg and discovering not just yolk, but a partially developed duck embryo inside. That’s balut, and while it’s a popular street snack in the Philippines, it’s often met with wide eyes […]
1. Liver and Onions Liver and onions might’ve been a staple on the dinner table back in the ’50s, but today, most nutritionists would probably wince at the thought. Sure, liver is packed with iron and vitamin A, but it’s
1. Paris, France – The Phantom Metro Line Beneath the City of Light, there’s an entire hidden metro line that locals will never tell you about. While Paris is famed for its iconic landmarks and beautiful boulevards, the secret Line
1. The Devil’s Kettle, Minnesota There’s a waterfall in Minnesota that seems to swallow half of its flow into a dark hole—and no one knows exactly where it goes. At Judge C. R. Magney State Park, the Brule River splits
1. Saying Grace Out Loud Before meals turned into quick bites in front of the TV, it was common for families to hold hands around the table and say grace. It didn’t matter if the prayer was long, short, rehearsed,
1. Coca-Cola Was Once Sold as a Nerve Tonic Back in the late 1800s, Coca-Cola was marketed as a medicinal drink that could cure headaches, boost energy, and even calm your nerves. It was originally formulated by a pharmacist and
1. Japan’s Natto (Fermented Soybeans) If you’ve never had natto before, imagine opening a container of sticky, stringy beans with a scent that hits your nose like a punch. This traditional Japanese breakfast food is made from fermented soybeans and
