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The Story Behind 23 Fast-Food Restaurants

Five Guys' founding story is pretty funny when you think about it.

Controversial Rules For Fast-Food Employees

Some fast-food chains require employees to follow surprising rules—both written and unwritten.

Where Did Fortune Cookies Come From?

The fortune cookie's origin story is actually hotly debated.

This Is Exactly How Much Protein Is in Peanuts

They're some of the best legumes for protein (so, yes, they're technically not nuts).

How Are Jelly Beans Made? With Plenty of TLC

We wish we could go through the 'sugar shower,' to be honest.

Here's What Your Waiter Wants You to Know

Seriously, stop putting napkins in your cup.

The Story of the Real Duncan Hines

Find out how the traveling salesman became synonymous with the cake mix.

Who Was the Man Behind McDonald's?

This is how Ray Kroc changed the way America eats forever.

McDonald's Uses Red and Yellow for a Reason

There's actually a science behind the fast-food chain's color choices.

Why Is Chocolate a Staple of Valentine's Day?

The sweet tradition has a very long history.

How Fettuccine Alfredo Became So Popular

Before it took the U.S. by storm, one chef made the meal out of pure love for just one person.