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  • Actor John Wayne on the set of a film.

    The Southern Food John Wayne And Elvis Presley Had In Common

    There's a connection between John Wayne and Elvis Presley in their chosen professions. But there's another link, and it has to do with a beloved Southern dish.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 hour ago Read More
  • People using chopsticks to share in a bowl of noodles

    If You've Been Breaking These 8 Chopstick Rules, We Need To Talk

    Chopsticks don't need to be intimidating, but there are things to remember when using them. We asked the experts for advice on which rules you shouldn't break

    By Joe Thristino 4 hours ago Read More
  • An Olive Garden waitress picking up plates from two diners in the restaurant.

    The Olive Garden You Grew Up Going To Looks Way Different Today

    Olive Garden has been around for decades, and through all those years it's gone through many changes. The decor certainly looks different these days.

    By Kat Olvera 1 day ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's refrigerated section with various products and two customers standing in front.

    Trader Joe's Discontinued This Popular Dupe, And Fans Are Losing It: 'I Just Fell To My Knees'

    Trader Joe's has a number of excellent dupe products riffing on popular brand-name items, but this one just got discontinued and fans are grieving.

    By Dennis Lee 1 day ago Read More
  • The cereal aisle at a supermarket.

    This Almost-Forgotten Cereal Brand Was Truly Beloved By Gen Xers

    Among the food archeology finds that Gen-X is said to love: Pizza Rolls, Applebee's and Burger Chef restaurants, and this long-forgotten breakfast cereal.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 day ago Read More
  • vintage fall foods

    Vintage Fall Dishes You Never See Anymore

    Fall is full of warm flavors and cozy vibes. These dishes unfortunately have faded from popularity around dinner tables and are in need of a comeback.

    By Andy Beth Miller 2 days ago Read More
  • Three restaurants signs for Cicis Pizza, Chili's, and Golden Corral

    Old-School Restaurant Chains That Are Attempting A Comeback

    Whether due to financial problems or changing tastes, many old-school restaurant brands have encountered difficulties. But now they’re making a comeback.

    By Brian Boone 2 days ago Read More
  • A Quarter Pounder sitting atop a McDonald's box, with logo displayed.

    1948 Vs 2026: McDonald's Logo Was Completely Different Originally

    McDonald's has been around for an impressively long time and has gone through many changes. Even its original logo from 1948 differs from today's.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 days ago Read More
  • Halved avocado, a packet of Hot Pockets, and a can of Diet Pepsi

    Familiar Foods That Flopped Until They Changed Their Name

    Every food product needs a name that will entice consumers. But some well-known items and brands only achieved success once they changed theirs.

    By Brian Boone 4 days ago Read More
  • A plate of plain croissants on a farmhouse style table.

    The Common Croissant Mistake The French Would Never Dare Make

    A croissant may be difficult to make properly, but it's certainly easy to eat. That said, this is one mistake you might be making when picking a croissant out.

    By Moriah House 6 days ago Read More
  • A truck advertising Culver's custards

    Culver's Disappointed Fans By Discontinuing This Beloved Frozen Treat Flavor

    Many of us have experienced our favorite fast food chain item disappearing from the menu, and for some Culver's patrons, it's this custard flavor.

    By Dylan Murray 7 days ago Read More
  • Two cowboys riding on horses against a sunset

    12 Meats Real Cowboys Ate The Most In The Old West

    The period known as the Wild West was epitomized by expansion. Cattle herders had to eat and some of the foods they consumed were unusual.

    By Joe Thristino 7 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of a Howard Johnson's restaurant

    11 Long-Gone American Restaurant Chains Boomers Miss The Most

    Let's take a trip down memory lane to peruse some of the top American restaurant chains that are no longer around, but make boomers feel a swell of nostalgia.

    By Holly Riddle 7 days ago Read More
  • John Wane on horseback smiling while holding a revolver.

    The Chewy Vintage Candy John Wayne Kept In His Drawer

    John Wayne certainly had a sweet tooth but this vintage candy is one he loved so much he kept a stash tucked away in a drawer for safe-keeping.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 7 days ago Read More
  • hand holding Pronto Pups in front of Pronto Pup stand

    How A Rainy Day Led To The Corndogs We Know And Love Today

    Who was the first genius to coat a hot dog in cornmeal batter, deep-fry it and serve it on a stick? It might well have been dreamed up on a rainy day.

    By Maria Scinto 9 days ago Read More
  • A group of kids on Halloween grabbing candy from a bowl while they trick-or-treat.

    Hershey's 2026 Halloween Line-Up Has New Sweets That Trick-Or-Treaters Will Run Door To Door For

    Halloween is just around the corner and Hershey is gearing up for the big day with its 2026 Halloween line-up, which has something for everyone.

    By Michael Palan 9 days ago Read More
  • Marilyn Monroe in a promo shot for

    Marilyn Monroe's Favorite Dessert Was A Classic

    Screen legend Marilyn Monroe ate protein-rich breakfasts and dinners. But the actress always saved room for a rich, chocolatey dessert at her favorite parlor.

    By Erica Martinez 10 days ago Read More
  • A black-and-white close-up photo of a young blonde girl with long hair and bangs eating cornflakes

    12 Childhood Breakfasts Boomers Will Remember All Too Well

    Those born between 1946 and 1964 grew up in a time where change was constant. Many of the innovations of this era involved what we ate in the morning.

    By Julie Blume Benedict 10 days ago Read More
  • Cowboys on horses silhouette

    Cowboys Drank Juice From This Canned Food To Stay Hydrated In The Old West

    When we think of cowboys and beverages, images of rye whiskey and frosty beer come to mind. But in the real Old West, the most refreshing drink was in a can.

    By Moriah House 11 days ago Read More
  • Various shapes of plastic containers with threaded tops next to each other

    Costco Shoppers Don't Just Miss This Discontinued Kirkland Treat — They Miss The Container It Came In Too

    This discontinued Kirkland Signature snack is one Costco shoppers remember fondly, but they miss the container it came in almost as much as the food itself.

    By Haley McNamara 12 days ago Read More
  • A roast beef sandwich sitting on brown paper with a side of pickles.

    'They Were Better Than Arby's' - This Beloved Roast Beef Chain Peaked In The '80s. Now It's Down To 6 Locations

    Arby's has basically claimed the throne for the fast food roast beef sandwich, but this competitor was popular back in the 1980s before it dwindled away.

    By Kristine Belonio 13 days ago Read More
  • Old West-style cooking over a fire

    Cowboys Made Cheese Last As Long As Possible In The Old West — Here's How

    Traveling with food was a nuisance for cowboys in the Old West, but they tried their best to make it work, even bringing cheese along with them.

    By Kat Olvera 14 days ago Read More
  • Hands holding a Whopper Jr. at Burger King.

    Burger King's Whopper Jr. Only Exists Thanks To This Happy Accident In The '60s

    The Whopper may be Burger King's flagship menu item, but the Whopper Jr. is just as popular in the right circles and it all started with a happy accident.

    By Kristine Belonio 14 days ago Read More
  • A sign for a Blizzard at Dairy Queen

    12 Dairy Queen Blizzard Facts Not Enough People Know About

    Here are 12 facts about the Dairy Queen Blizzard that will surprise many in the general population, whether they occasionally stop into a DQ or make it a habit.

    By Joe Thristino 14 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a chocolate bar with nuts in it.

    This Discontinued Chocolate Bar Rivaled KitKat In The '70s; Boomers Remember It Well

    KitKat may be more famous these days, but back in the 1970s this discontinued chocolate bar was a prominent rival that fans still think of fondly.

    By Joe Hoeffner 14 days ago Read More
  • Bags of Haribo gummy bears in a store

    The Very First Candy Haribo Ever Made Dates Back To The 1920s

    Haribo is synonymous with gummy candies, and markets more than 100 different shapes. One of them dates back to the company's origins in the early 20th century.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 15 days ago Read More
  • A hand lifting a slice of pepperoni pizza with a cheese pull from a whole pizza

    This Pizza Chain That Dominated The '70s Can Only Be Found In The Midwest Today

    The footprint of this midwestern pizza chain used to be much larger. It continues to serve up slices and pies, but it isn't as popular as it used to be.

    By Joe Hoeffner 16 days ago Read More
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