Culture & Oddities

Unravel the world’s most unusual customs, quirky traditions, and fascinating subcultures. Where curiosity meets the extraordinary in every corner of the globe.

  • famous street foods in bangkok
    Culture & Oddities

    The Famous Street Foods in Bangkok, feat. Jay Fai.

    When people think of Bangkok, they may think of a hot, steamy city, full of tuktuks, and endless traffic. But above all, they think of street food. The famous street foods in Bangkok was widely known because of the queen Jay Fai. Street food is one of the most important aspects of life in Bangkok. It is something that people can talk over and discuss. “This is my favorite place”. “Oh, you’re crazy. That’s my favorite place.” Everyone can join in.  Always like a feeling like there’s a party going on.  It’s a kind of unifier. One of the most democratic parts of Thai life. And then a time when…

  • The Secret Drama Behind M&M’s.
    Culture & Oddities

    The Secret Drama Behind M&M’s.

    The Secret Drama Behind M&M’s. What the brand name actually stands for? Chocolate lovers all over the world were amazed after learning the story behind M&M’s chocolate and what the brand name actually stands for. On a Tiktok video, Claire Dinhut, who is from the US but living in London, explains the “M&M” family drama. The Secret Drama Behind M&M’s Claire revealed that the chocolates’ name stands for MARS and MURRIE after chocolate heirs and business collaborators Forrest Mars Sr. and Bruce Murrie. Bruce Murrie was the son of Hershey executive William Murrie, while Forrest was the son of Mars Founder, Frank Mars. In a video clip, she revealed that…

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