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  • Melania Trump in polka dot collared dress

    The Iconic Italian-American Food Melania Trump Loves To Eat

    As First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump has every kind of food at her fingertips. This Italian-American classic is one she's said is a favorite.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • Ripe peaches growing on tree

    The State That Produces The Most Peaches Isn't Georgia

    When you think of American peaches, the Southern state of Georgia probably comes to mind (and for good reason), but it's another state that produces the most.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • Restaurant patrons hand several credit cards to a server

    If You Split The Bill Like This, Your Server Probably Hates You

    Yeah, you ate some of the guac, and didn't finish your drink. But you can still treat your server with a little respect, by splitting your tab like a pro.

    By Maria Scinto 5 months ago Read More
  • A three-tier hummingbird cake next to slices on plates

    Meet The Super Moist Southern Cake That Tastes Like Banana Bread

    Sweet, fruit-filled, and iced with cream cheese frosting, hummingbird cake is very popular in the Southern United States. Its origins, however, are Caribbean.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • Baccarat hotel tea service

    This Hotel Is Home To New York City's Most Expensive Tea Service

    This luxurious hotel's name will have you thinking of extravagance, and their high teas, named after royals and served with caviar, are no exception.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 months ago Read More
  • Cucumber sandwiches

    Throwback Summer Foods People Don't Eat In 2025

    While some picnic, potluck, and cookout favorites have hung onto their popularity, other seasonal dishes have fallen by the wayside over the years.

    By Holly Riddle 5 months ago Read More
  • melon ball salad in bowl with mint sprigs

    This Vintage Kitchen Gadget Should Make A Comeback For Summertime Salads

    The melon baller, humble but dependable tool for many vintage summer get-togethers, delivered perfect spheres of melon to your parents. It's due for a reprisal.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 months ago Read More
  • Hand using gunpowder press for ammunition

    The Popular Vintage Candy That Was Originally Made Using WWII Ammunition Presses

    Candy makers have an almost fantastical air about them, but this vintage candy got its start by using old ammunition presses from World War II.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • A man and woman drink alcohol in the 1920s

    Why This Alcohol Was So Popular During Prohibition

    At a time when people were making cocktails out of whatever, this Prohibition Era spirit rose above bathtub hooch to bring us classic cocktails we drink today.

    By Laura Christine Allan 5 months ago Read More
  • North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un in front of flag

    The Ethically Dubious Soup Kim Jong-Un Loves To Dine On Is Illegal In The US

    North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un — a dictator with top-shelf tastes — is a fan of a controversial soup dish that's also illegal in the United States.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 months ago Read More
  • Two kids watching tv in retro setting

    The Retro Pudding Treats That '90s Kids Want Back

    Food products come and go even when they have fans, and this retro pudding treat's no different. Popular in the '90s, we hope it comes back.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay smiling in a kitchen

    One Of Gordon Ramsay's Fondest Memories Was Getting To Cook For This Legendary Figure

    Gordon Ramsay has had quite a few career highs, but back in 2009 he described one of his favorite cooking memories where he got to serve an icon.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 5 months ago Read More
  • An unripe canteloupe on the vine

    The Huge Contaminated Fruit Recall That Led To 33 Deaths

    A combination of negligence and lax measures led to a Listeria outbreak that affected 28 states and claimed the lives of 33 people. Learn how it happened.

    By Alexandra Fay 5 months ago Read More
  • Salisbury steak on a plate with a fork

    Old-School Steak Dishes Restaurants Don't Put On Menus Anymore

    Many once-beloved steak dishes that relied on braising, smothering, or pounding tough cuts of beef have disappeared from restaurant menus.

    By Anita Surewicz 5 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child in turquoise blouse, smiling

    Julia Child's Final Homecooked Meal Couldn't Have Been More Perfect

    Julia Child was a global treasure when her cooking show was on air. Just before she passed away, she chose this iconic dish to be her final, homecooked meal.

    By Erica Martinez 5 months ago Read More
  • Tray of food being passed through prison bars

    The Most Commonly Requested Meals Inmates Ask For Before Leaving This Mortal Coil

    Humans are perhaps more alike than they are different, even when it comes to last meal requests. Here's what people on death row have asked to eat.

    By Kylie Thomas 5 months ago Read More
  • A plate piled with hot dogs atop a colored background

    The Nasty Truth Of What Competitive Hot Dog Eating Does To Your Stomach

    Whether you hot dog eating competitions thrill you or gross you out, there's no question that its champions have a unique skill. But can it take a toll on them?

    By Kat Olvera 6 months ago Read More
  • Two boxes of Rice Krispies on a supermarket shelf

    Just Like The Beatles, The Rice Krispies Elves Have A Forgotten Member

    The Rice Krispies elves are part of pop culture history. Everyone knows Snap, Crackle, and Pop, but did you know there was a fourth, forgotten elf — from space?

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 months ago Read More
  • Order counter inside Dairy Queen

    The Discontinued Dairy Queen Treat That May Never Have A Comeback

    Some things are better in our memory, than on our current drive-thru order. Love it or hate it, here's why this Dairy Queen treat may never have a comeback.

    By Rolland Judd 6 months ago Read More
  • Person looking at a can at the supermarket

    Soup Recalls That Affected Millions

    Prepared soups are a great option for a quick meal, but there have been some noteworthy recalls associated with them in the past. Here are some of the worst.

    By Anita Surewicz 6 months ago Read More
  • Crystal glass filled with sparkling wine

    The Easiest Way To Tell The Difference Between Crystal And Glass Dishware When Thrifting

    Crystal and regular glass can often look nearly identical to the untrained eye. Use these tips to test dishes and glasses the next time you go thrift shopping.

    By Kat Olvera 6 months ago Read More
  • raspberries growing on a bush

    The Country That Produces The Most Raspberries

    Food production is globalized, which means your favorite fruit may be coming from the other side of the world. This country is the largest raspberry producer.

    By Maria Scinto 6 months ago Read More
  • Boxes of Sierra Mist soda

    Soda Flavors From The '90s That We Want Back

    When it came to sugary drinks, the 1990s was a decade of near-unparalleled innovation. Sadly, not all of the era's best sodas are still around today.

    By Brian Boone 6 months ago Read More
  • Bowls of assorted salty snacks

    This Popular Snack Food Is Banned In Europe But Considered Healthy In The States

    The United States and Europe don't always see eye to eye, including with packaged food ingredients. Here's why one American snack is banned across the Atlantic.

    By Ben Hillin 6 months ago Read More
  • Fresh picked okra

    The States That Produce The Most Okra In The US 

    Although, we import much of our okra, the United States does produce a sizable amount of the crop. These states are leading the charge in terms of production.

    By Moriah House 6 months ago Read More
  • Clip holding up an off-white card with Early Bird Special written on it in black next to a black old-fashioned alarm clock, on a light wood surface

    How This Oregon City Invented The Early Bird Special

    The early bird special was a staple of 20th century restaurants attempting to draw in crowds during off-peak hours. It all started in this Oregon city.

    By Alba Caraceni 6 months ago Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling and wearing scarf

    Ina Garten's Real-Life Struggles Are Truly Heartbreaking

    Ina Garten is a regular on the TV foodie scene, but real life isn't always quite as straightforward as what we see onscreen, even for the Barefoot Contessa.

    By Brian Boone 6 months ago Read More
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