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  • Shiny liquid chocolate ripples and swirls as it pours into a vat

    This Decadent Chocolate-Dipped Dessert Has Sugary Roots In San Francisco

    If you know, you know. Bite into this nostalgic chocolate-dipped dessert, whether you grew up with it in San Francisco, or you're new to this sweet sandwich.

    By Laura Christine Allan 7 days ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra sitting next to Dean Martin, both wearing suits and laughing

    Frank Sinatra's 3-Step Burger Recipe Included Dean Martin, Bourbon, And The F-Word

    Frank Sinatra was as charismatic as they come and he and Dean Martin went way back. His hilarious three-ingredient burger recipe is a case in point.

    By Laura Christine Allan 7 days ago Read More
  • large barn with 'ohio' painted on side

    Ohio's Official State Drink Is A Favorite Of Frequent Fliers (And Folks With Hangovers)

    Discover the history behind Ohio's official state drink (which just so happens to be a favorite among airplane passengers and those nursing a brutal hangover).

    By Dennis Lee 7 days ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling in front of purple marketing wearing brown turtleneck sweater

    The Celebrity Chef Brand Martha Stewart Bought For $45 Million

    Is there anything better than when one celebrity chef swoops in to save another celebrity chef? Martha Stewart did just that, using $45 million.

    By Haley McNamara 7 days ago Read More
  • Lion chocolate bars arranged in slanted vertical rows

    Nestlé's Old-School Lion Chocolate Bar Was Originally Marketed Specifically To Men

    When you think of chocolate, images of delicious treats should fill your head — not manly displays. But that was exactly how Nestle sold its Lion chocolate bar.

    By Joe Hoeffner 8 days ago Read More
  • Images of a plate of fried okra, plate of biscuits and gravy, and cast iron skillet with cornbread superimposed on wooden surface

    The 11 Best Southern Comfort Foods You Have To Try At Least Once

    Are you new to Southern cuisine or looking for a trip down memory lane? These fried foods, hearty plates, and cast iron recipes will make your mouth water.

    By Andy Beth Miller 9 days ago Read More
  • A retro turquoise refrigerator on a pink background

    The Old-School Fridge Design That Made Reaching Things In The Back Effortless

    There was a time when mayo didn't get lost in the back of the fridge. Here's why we'd take a modern spin on the easy access of this old-school fridge design.

    By Erica Martinez 9 days ago Read More
  • Andrew Zimmern and Tyler Florence on stage

    'The World's Least Talented TV Chef': Revisiting The Messy Feud Between Andrew Zimmern And Tyler Florence

    Sometimes celebrities fight and we have the guilty pleasure of watching from the sidelines. This messy feud between two celebrity chefs was one for the books.

    By Erica Martinez 9 days ago Read More
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    Every Restaurant Anthony Bourdain Worked At In His Career – And Some You Can Still Visit

    Anthony Bourdain was revered by many people in the food industry and beyond. These are the numerous restaurants he worked at, climbing from dishwasher to chef.

    By Rachel Sobel 11 days ago Read More
  • Scooping peanut butter from a jar using a knife

    The Oldest Peanut Butter Brand In The US Isn't Jif Or Skippy

    When it comes to peanut butter, there's a lot of competition on the market. Turns out, the oldest peanut butter brand isn't even the most famous.

    By Laura Christine Allan 11 days ago Read More
  • Egg carton with money background

    The Country With The Cheapest Eggs Boasts Cartons For Under $1

    One country offers the world's cheapest eggs, with cartons selling for under $1 -- here's why prices are so low compared to costs in the United States.

    By Moriah House 11 days ago Read More
  • Dean Martin laughing

    How Dean Martin Once Destroyed An Expensive Vintage Car At A McDonald's Drive-Thru

    Dean Martin lived lavishly as many members of the Rat Pack once did. While driving through a McDonald's drive-thru, he once destroyed a pricey vintage car.

    By Maria Scinto 12 days ago Read More
  • Outside the Federal Bureau of Prisons in Brooklyn, NY

    The Controversial Role Federal Prisons Play In The US Food Chain

    Where food comes from in the U.S. is always a controversial topic. Many consumers don't know how much prison labor supports agriculture and food production.

    By Rolland Judd 12 days ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra wearing a hat in 1955

    Frank Sinatra Wasn't A Fancy Eater, But This Miami Brunch Event Broke All The Rules

    Frank Sinatra was the star of some fancy events in Miami Beach, and the food included all kinds of mid-century delights that weren't his usual fare.

    By Maria Scinto 12 days ago Read More
  • A street with brick buildings in Boston

    Take A Bite Out Of History At The Oldest Food Hall In Boston

    Boston is home to much of the nation's history, but it's also a great place for foodies. This food hall is a great place to combine your love of the two.

    By Jessica Riggio 13 days ago Read More
  • Melted chocolate waves around a chocolate heart.

    The Largest Flowing Chocolate Wall In America Is Housed In This San Francisco Shopping Plaza

    You've probably seen a chocolate fountain before, but what about a chocolate wall? San Francisco boasts the largest chocolate wall in America.

    By Laura Christine Allan 13 days ago Read More
  • Pile of Chef Boyardee pasta cans

    The Unexpectedly Traditional Italian Origins Of Chef Boyardee

    Chef Boyardee doesn't exactly scream traditional Italian food, but its origins say otherwise. Here's why the affordable canned pasta brand is kind of legit.

    By Erica Martinez 13 days ago Read More
  • Can of Franco-American gravy, box of Jeno's pizza rolls, and Brim coffee

    14 Old-School Food Brands That Don't Exist Anymore

    Lots of once popular food and drink brands have sadly been lost to time, but these ones definitely still deserve some modern love and respect.

    By Michael Palan 13 days ago Read More
  • Woman standing in a retro, 1970s style kitchen

    The Old-School Kitchen Appliance That Everyone Had In The 1970s

    What kitchen appliances did home cooks use before air fryers and Instant Pots existed? In the 1970s, this trusty appliance was a familiar sight in kitchens.

    By Erica Martinez 13 days ago Read More
  • John F. Kennedy smiling

    John F. Kennedy's Favorite Beer Came In An Iconic Green Bottle

    Before craft beer was cool and everyone had a microbrewery, JFK favored a European import with a famous green bottle. The story behind the sip is pure history.

    By Maria Scinto 13 days ago Read More
  • A man points at a menu and talks with a restaurant server

    California Restaurant Menus Are About To Get A Major Overhaul — Here's What To Know

    California makes history as the first state in the U.S. to require restaurants with more than 20 locations to add life-saving labels to every item on the menu.

    By Jessica Riggio 13 days ago Read More
  • An empty Pepsi bottle in an alley

    How A Failed Contest Incited Riots, Killed 5, And Turned An Entire Country Against Pepsi In The '90s

    Promotional contests seem harmless, but prize money can get people fired up. This promotional stunt by Pepsi in the 1990s was so botched it turned deadly.

    By Laura Christine Allan 13 days ago Read More
  • A portrait of Frank Sinatra in a white hat

    Frank Sinatra Loved Deli Meats And Was Especially Fond Of This Fancier Cut

    Frank Sinatra's love of Italian food was as iconic as his music. But his thing for fancy deli meat inspired namesake restaurant dishes that still exist today.

    By Maria Scinto 13 days ago Read More
  • Avocado growing on a tree

    The US State That Produces The Most Avocados Is Struggling

    Despite the frenzy over avocado toasts, the U.S. state that grows the most avocados has been facing complicated challenges due to various reasons.

    By Maria Scinto 13 days ago Read More
  • Woman baker cracking an egg into a bowl

    15 Delicious Egg-Based Desserts From Around The World

    The world is home to a wide array of sweet treats, many of which use egg as the star ingredient. These are some of the best in the deliciously eggy department.

    By Andy Beth Miller 14 days ago Read More
  • Red Lobster storefront at night

    11 Discontinued Red Lobster Menu Items Customers Forgot Existed

    Even at major restaurant chains, menu items come and go. Here are some discontinued dishes from Red Lobster that you can't get anymore, and may not remember.

    By Andrew Pogue 14 days ago Read More
  • Bags with frozen vegetables and a container with cherries on the shelf in the freezer.

    The Devastating 2016 Frozen Vegetable Recall That Sent Consumers To The Hospital

    Food recalls often come and go without anyone paying much attention, but this devastating recall of frozen vegetables sent several customers to the hospital.

    By Kristine Belonio 14 days ago Read More
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