In Brockworth, England, where common sense goes to die, the 2025 Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling Race once again saw dozens of thrill-seekers (and future chiropractors’ clients) throw themselves down a cliff in pursuit of a speeding wheel of Double Gloucester cheese. This tradition, possibly 600 years old, featured seven races — including one just for women […]
Hey, Iron Giant fans — you are who you choose to be… and today, you choose to be hydrated! Celebrate your love for the 1999 cult classic with this Iron Giant Metal Bottle Opener — a 5-inch tall tribute to everyone’s favorite gentle giant. Made from heavy-duty metal and equipped with magnets, it sticks proudly […]
If you love H.P. Lovecraft, Cthulhu, or just drinking from something that looks like it could summon an ancient one—boy, do we have something for you. Artist and Etsy seller KachaktanoMugs handcrafts these absolutely jaw-dropping beer and coffee mugs that are equal parts horrifying and beautiful. Just look at these: Holy. Crap. Right? Each piece […]
Cowabunga, dudes! If you grew up in the ’80s or ’90s, chances are your childhood was stuffed with pizza, and you might have four green sewer-dwelling ninjas to thank for that. In this totally tubular video, The Weird History Food channel takes a look at how the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles didn’t just fight the […]
Ever wanted to chow down on a dish so absurd it could only exist in the chaotic world of GTA IV? Well, strap in, because Arcade with Alvin is about to take your taste buds on a ride that would make even Niko Bellic question his life choices. Introducing the Stuffed Pollo Todo Frito — […]
Ever looked at your waffle maker and thought, “Cool, but what if it was LEGO and had way more gears? Brick Machines is here to make all your breakfast dreams come true with the LEGO Waffle Factory — a brilliant machine that measures, mixes, pours, cooks, plates, and even drizzles syrup! It’s like Willy Wonka […]
There’s always room for Jell-O, and not just in your stomach! This jiggly juggernaut of a dessert has wobbled its way into preschools, hospitals, college parties, and awkward family dinners across the the world. But how did it go from high-society aspic art to a quivering green blob with mystery vegetables trapped inside? Weird History […]
There’s “grandma’s old recipe”… and then there’s Mersu, the 4,000-year-old Mesopotamian dessert dug up from what is basically an ancient Costco receipt. In Tasting History with Max Miller, Max brings this prehistoric pastry back to life using dates, nuts, and zero cursed amulets. It’s sweet, chewy, and perfect for snacking while you absolutely destroy your […]
You know it. You’ve chewed it. You’ve definitely blown it into a sticky mess on your face. But have you ever tried to describe the taste of bubble gum… without saying “bubble gum”? From ancient birch tar to the pink latex magic of 1928, this video dives into the history of how bubble gum came […]
If the thought of rich broth, springy noodles, and melt-in-your-mouth chashu pork gets your stomach rumbling, you’re not alone. In this episode of Great Big Story, the YouTube channel travels across Japan to uncover the magic behind one of the world’s most comforting and craveable dishes: ramen. From the steamy back alleys of Tokyo to […]