#american-cuisine

#american-cuisine

John Adams enjoyed a meal with his wife Abigail that included New England staples like poached salmon with egg sauce, green peas, and potatoes served 'in jackets'. For dessert, he likely enjoyed apple pandowdy, a baked fruit dessert sweetened with molasses rather than costly imported sugar.

Coney Sauce is a beefy, tangy topping that transforms a plain hot dog into a Coney Island Dog. While similar to the topping on a chili dog, this recipe does not use any beans or chili powder.

BUSHWICK DEBBIE'S BURGERS offers a unique nighttime burger experience featuring American wagyu smashed patties and is located in a converted roll-gate garage.

Las Vegas is an epicenter for old-school Americana, where classic restaurants like the Peppermill serve a blend of nostalgia and hearty meals to locals and visitors alike.

"People who eat at Dunsmoor find the steak satisfying because it doesn't pretend to be anything other than what it is: a slab of beef, carefully cooked."

You could post up on a curved couch with your laptop by day, then transition to a martini and small plates by night—all without ever leaving your seat.

The owner emphasizes the community built over 50 years, appealing to regulars to visit before the closure, showcasing the diner as a cherished local institution.

Marie Callender's journey from a home bakery to an iconic retail pie brand highlights the power of family, perseverance, and a deep-rooted connection to community traditions.

In the UK, vegetables have different names than in the US, which can lead to confusion. For example, what Americans call 'eggplant', the British refer to as 'aubergine'. Understanding these differences is crucial for food enthusiasts.

The Old Homestead Steakhouse, established in 1868 in New York City, has been serving massive, juicy steaks for over a century, representing America’s beef-loving culture.

Menlo Park's new oyster bar features a diverse seafood menu, emphasizing oysters from multiple regions, and represents the first Bay Area location of this popular chain.

Worcestershire sauce is a versatile condiment that enhances umami flavors in a variety of dishes, thanks to its rich mix of ingredients like anchovies and tamarind.

Traditional chili, known as chili con carne, is considered an essential American dish, especially in Texas, focusing on beef and spices without beans or canned tomatoes.

"The winner is chosen not just on taste, but also creativity and ease of preparation, and all three factors are clearly in the favor of this year's winner."

In the early 18th century, the Swedes reinvented the brännvinsbord, a pre-dinner tradition of appetizers and drinks, into the buffet-style smörgåsbord.

Picanha is a cut of steak from the rump of the cow that originated in Brazil, known for its less marbled, beefy flavor compared to ribeye.

The magic solution to dinner does not exist, at least not yet. But freeing ourselves from ideas about what a meal should be can help.

"The idea of Immigrant Food really was to celebrate immigrants and their contributions through food and all the amazing recipes and spices and flavors that immigrants have been bringing for centuries to America - but also at a time where there's a lot of division."

Fluffernutter sandwiches, originally known as liberty sandwiches, combine peanut butter and marshmallow fluff. Variations include using peanut butter cookie "bread" for added flavor and texture.