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  • Boxes of Dixie cups

    How The Temperance Movement Led To The Invention Of Disposable Cups

    What's the connection between Prohibition and the dixie cup? It's not what you think: their connection had more to do with prevention than convenience.

    By Kat Olvera 37 min ago Read More
  • The Big Mac from McDonald's on top of a box next to a large French Fry

    Here's How Much A McDonald's Big Mac Cost The Decade You Were Born

    Things sure have changed since the Big Mac first debuted in the 1960s. Here's how much the iconic McDonald's sandwich's price has gone up over the decades.

    By Dylan Murray 2 hours ago Read More
  • Kurt Cobain

    The Seattle Bar Where Kurt Cobain Was Last Seen Alive

    Kurt Cobain's connection to this Seattle bar went far beyond being a regular. Discover the tavern where he was last seen and its surprising link to Nirvana.

    By Kat Olvera 3 hours ago Read More
  • Plate of johnnycakes, bowl of cereal, and plate with eggs benedict on yellow background

    16 Breakfast Foods That Were Invented In The US

    The U.S. has played a major role in developing the breakfast game, adding several major players to the most important meal of the day over the years.

    By Anais Aguilera 4 hours ago Read More
  • John F. Kennedy and his fiancee, Jacqueline Kennedy.

    The Decadent Cake JFK Served At His Wedding Can Still Be Ordered Today - Here's How To Grab A Slice

    The delicious cake served at JFK’s wedding is still made today. Find out its history and exactly how you can order this classic dessert at home.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 hours ago Read More
  • reeses candy display

    The Discontinued Reese's Candy '90s Kids Used To Eat By The Handful

    Reese's Candy is most known for its peanut butter cup shape, but the iconic peanut butter and chocolate candy used to come in a smaller form.

    By Dennis Lee 10 hours ago Read More
  • Princess Diana in pearl earrings and pearl choker necklace

    Princess Diana's Favorite Breakfast Has Since Become A Trendy Staple

    What morning meal did royalty like Princess Diana begin her days with? Find out which trendy breakfast staple she requested decades before it went viral.

    By Erica Martinez 10 hours ago Read More
  • Harry Truman headshot

    Ozark Pudding Was President Harry Truman's Dessert Of Choice. But What's In It?

    Discover why President Harry Truman loved Ozark pudding and the ingredients that go into this rich, classic Southern dessert so you can make it at home.

    By Moriah House 11 hours ago Read More
  • Rows of maple syrup in glass bottles with a tiny handle

    What's Up With Those Tiny Handles On Maple Syrup Bottles?

    Those tiny handles on maple syrup bottles aren't random -- here's why they exist and what they reveal about design and nostalgia for pancake lovers.

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 1 day ago Read More
  • A bowl of whole and halved avocados

    How A 1920s Postman Accidentally Created The World's Most Popular Avocado Variety

    One postman revolutionized the avocado industry; by the 1970s, the variety he created had become the leading one and a major Californian industry.

    By Paige Hughes 1 day ago Read More
  • George Foreman holds up one of his namesake grills

    How The George Foreman Grill Became A Kitchen Appliance Heavyweight

    The George Foreman grill is both a pop culture icon and a kitchen appliance staple, but it wasn't always that way. Here's the history of the grill.

    By Michael Palan 2 days ago Read More
  • Cracker Barrel exterior standalone sign with a tree

    Discontinued Cracker Barrel Menu Items We'll Probably Never Eat Again

    Cracker Barrel offers some classic Southern-inspired meals, but it also has to keep up with the times. These are the Cracker Barrel items that disappeared.

    By Brian Boone 2 days ago Read More
  • George Harrison of The Beatles playing guitar on stage.

    George Harrison's Go-To Sandwich Was A 3-Ingredient Umami Bomb

    Any Beatles fans eager to learn more about the Fab Four's eating habits will want to read about the somewhat unusual sandwich enjoyed by George Harrison.

    By Kylie Thomas 3 days ago Read More
  • A British

    The Age-Old British Lunch Tradition That Was Actually Made Up

    This famous lunch in Britain is a classic standard at homes and pubs, but it's history, and its name, is more folklore than based on facts or tradition.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 days ago Read More
  • Short tub of Original Pringles, a box of frosted strawberry Pop-Tarts, and a packet of nacho cheese Doritos

    11 Iconic Junk Foods From The 1960s That Are Still Around Today

    While some iconic snacks of the 1960s have sadly faded into oblivion, these delicious comfort foods are still available to enjoy to this day.

    By Andy Beth Miller 4 days ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra smiling

    The Campbell's Soup That All Of Frank Sinatra's Dressing Rooms Came Stocked With

    Frank Sinatra was known for his dressing room demands, which included specific utensils, drinks, and foods, such as this canned Campbell's soup.

    By Maria Scinto 5 days ago Read More
  • Close up of brown eggs in carton

    12 Of The Biggest Salmonella Outbreaks In US History

    We review some of the most serious salmonella outbreaks and recalls that affected millions across the U.S., including items like eggs, poultry, and salad bars.

    By Brian Boone 5 days ago Read More
  • A cut glass tumbler full of whiskey, garnished with fresh rosemary

    The Oldest Whiskey Brand In America Is Still On Shelves Today

    There are old-school liquor brands, and then there are OLD-school distillers. Meet the oldest whiskey brand in America — which you can still buy today.

    By Ellery Weil 5 days ago Read More
  • A barman measuring vodka over a cocktail shaker in upscale bar

    The 14 Best Cocktails For Vodka Fans

    Vodka's neutral taste is perfect for pairing flavors and crafting cocktails. Whether you prefer fruity, creamy, or dry, one of these drinks will appeal to you.

    By Paul Rothbart 5 days ago Read More
  • Inside a cracker barrel restaurant

    The One-Of-A-Kind Place Where Cracker Barrel Stores All Of Its Antique Decor

    Cracker Barrel is known for its old country store feel thanks to all of the antique decor on its walls. This is where all that antique treasure is stored.

    By Erica Martinez 6 days ago Read More
  • A jar of pickles next to a glass bowl of same.

    Give Homemade Pickles A Hint Of Sweetness With This Ancient Ingredient

    The art of pickling goes back millennia, and one long-used ingredient is still the secret to creating a sweeter, more flavorful jar at home today.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • Slices of a rectangle block of butter

    The Country That Eats The Most Butter Is Smaller Than Some US States

    This small country eats a shocking amount of butter. Here's the tiny place with a population that has a huge appetite for this fatty dairy product.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • Former president Bill Clinton at the 2024 Democratic National Convention

    President Clinton's Favorite Sandwich Is A Sweet Childhood Classic

    Presidents have been profiled based on their dietary preferences for generations. President Clinton's ideal sandwich is surprisingly child-like.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • Pennsylvania foods: soft pretzel, cheesesteak, scrapple

    Pennsylvania's Most Iconic Foods

    From cheesesteaks to water ice and scrapple , Pennsylvania is full of tasty foods that define the Keystone state.

    By Mike Madaio 6 days ago Read More
  • An American style breakfast with greens, bacon, egg, sausage, and more!

    The One Meal Rick Steves Thinks America Does Better Than Europe

    Rick Steves is the famous travel guru behind the guidebooks boasting his name. Coming from someone that's well-travelled, this is one meal America does right.

    By Ben Hillin 6 days ago Read More
  • Rock and roll singer Elvis Presley poses for a portrait to publicize the release of his movie

    Elvis Presley's Wife Said The Pop Star Once Ate This Meal For 6 Straight Months

    Elvis Presley was a man of habits. His wife, Priscilla Presley, showed this to be the case when she revealed he ate this one meal for six months straight.

    By Kristine Belonio 6 days ago Read More
  • Very healthy cows in a field in France.

    Why Mechanically Separated Beef Was Banned In America

    Food safety fears changed the fate of mechanically separated beef in the United States, and the reason ties back to one of the meat industry’s biggest scares.

    By Ben Hillin 6 days ago Read More
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