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  • Culver's sign advertising walleye

    Discontinued Culver's Menu Items That You May Never Eat Again

    Culver's has served up ButterBurgers and frozen custard for decades, but there's a long list of menu items that haven't enjoyed the same longevity.

    By Kylie Werner 9 months ago Read More
  • Salad bar with various vegetables and lettuces

    Whatever Happened To Wendy's Salad Bar?

    Wendy’s salad bars were hugely popular, but the chain axed them back in 2006. It left lots of people wondering whatever happened to them.

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • Front view of Chili's storefront during the day

    Chili's Got Its Name For An Unbelievably Simple Reason

    The inspiration for Chili's name may seem obvious, but it probably isn't what you're thinking. Here's the simple explanation behind this restaurant's namesake.

    By Shaun Melady 9 months ago Read More
  • apple pastry with cream quenelle

    You're One Utensil Away From Perfect French Quenelle Pastry Decorations

    This type of scoop will create the elegant presentation you see in French pastries and plated desserts made with ice cream, mousse, or Chantilly cream.

    By Maria Scinto 9 months ago Read More
  • Sam's Club placard on the front of an empty shopping cart

    One Sam's Club Recall Pulled Almost 150,000 Boxes Of Treats Off The Shelves

    In the landscape of modern, mass-produced foods, a small error or malfunction in the production line can lead to thousands of contaminated products.

    By Paul Gaita 9 months ago Read More
  • A statue of George Washington.

    The Colonial Era Dessert That Was Served At George Washington's Family Celebrations

    Like many presidents, George Washington had his favorite dessert, which took over five hours to make and the recipe was passed down for generations.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 months ago Read More
  • A number of pasties from Larder Delicatessen & Bakery.

    Housed In An Old Firehouse, This Ohio Delicatessen Makes A New Menu Every Day

    This James Beard-nominated deli in Cleveland changes its menu daily, depending on the high-quality ingredients it sources from the surrounding area.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 months ago Read More
  • Classic desserts on historic table

    13 Classic Desserts That Have Totally Vanished

    We live in the golden era of sweet treats. However, several once-popular desserts have totally fallen out of fashion over the decades.

    By Anita Surewicz 10 months ago Read More
  • Assorted pints of Ben & Jerry's ice cream stacked in a freezer

    The Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Flavor That Was Discontinued For An Obvious Reason

    Ben & Jerry's has released a lot of new ice cream flavors over the years, but none caused as much uproar as a flavor that was released back in 2006.

    By Maria Scinto 10 months ago Read More
  • Many Gatorade products on store shelves

    The Discontinued Gatorade Flavor We Desperately Wish Would Make A Comeback

    Every discontinued Gatorade flavor is missed by someone. But there is one flavor in particular that lots of people wish would return.

    By Jacob Smith 10 months ago Read More
  • A pile of turkey deli meat sitting in a package.

    The Massive Deli Meat Recall That Left Seven People Dead

    In 2002, a massive deli meat recall took place. Unfortunately, the recall happened too late to prevent numerous illnesses and the death of seven people.

    By Kat Olvera 10 months ago Read More
  • gloved hands snipping a watermelon off the vine

    Which Country Produces The Most Watermelon In The World?

    Whenever you see crates and crates of watermelons at the supermarket, there is a pretty high likelihood that they are coming from this specific country.

    By A.J. Forget 10 months ago Read More
  • Someone using a soapy sponge to wash dishes

    The British Way Of Washing Dishes Might Gross Out Americans

    It's such an everyday activity that it's easy to forget the way we wash dishes is culturally informed. The British method doesn't sit right with many Americans.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 10 months ago Read More
  • Sloppy Joe sandwich with fries and ketchup

    Once Popular Sandwiches People Don't Eat Anymore

    These sandwiches have sadly fallen out of fashion, but they were once favorites for many people. These are the sandwiches people don't eat anymore.

    By Brian Boone 10 months ago Read More
  • Rows of Skittles candies

    Discontinued Skittles Flavors We'll Probably Never Get To Eat Again

    Skittles has released multiple iterations of its classic candy over the years, but there are some discontinued varieties that are most likely gone for good.

    By Brian Boone 10 months ago Read More
  • Detail of a stained glass window portraying the Last Supper.

    What Was Actually Served At The Last Supper?

    Thanks to famous paintings, we have a visual of what the Last Supper may have looked like, but thanks to archaeologists, we can guess what was really eaten.

    By Joe Hoeffner 10 months ago Read More
  • Butter varieties on supermarket shelf

    The Biggest Butter Recalls Of All Time

    Butter is a common grocery store staple, so when major national brands need to issue a recall, it potentially impacts millions of consumers.

    By Brian Boone 10 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding broken coffee maker part

    Coffee Maker Recalls That Impacted Millions

    For those who need their coffee fix in the morning, a coffee maker recall is devastating. These are coffee maker recalls that impacted millions of people.

    By Holly Riddle 10 months ago Read More
  • Princess Diana wearing a crown and earrings smiling as she speaks to her husband.

    Princess Diana's Favorite Beverage Was Unexpectedly Modern

    Princess Diana liked being consistent when it came to her favorite foods and drinks. One of Diana's favorite beverages was modern and simple.

    By Dylan Murray 10 months ago Read More
  • Plate of steak and baked potato with drinks at Texas Roadhouse

    Texas Roadhouse Food Items We'll Probably Never See Again

    Texas Roadhouse has spent decades rustling up steak and freshly-baked rolls for its patrons, but it's also ditched several beloved menu items over the years.

    By Kylie Werner 10 months ago Read More
  • A plate of French toast with berries and a pot of syrup.

    French Toast Wasn't Actually Invented In France At All

    French toast may be a deliciously fluffy brunch staple associated with luxurious French cuisine but, it turns out, the dish doesn't come from France at all.

    By Mariana Zapata 10 months ago Read More
  • Corn on the cobs in a wooden bowl.

    Why Corn Looks So Much Different Than It Used To

    The corn we eat today and the corn we find at the local grocery store, looks radically different from the corn grown thousands of years ago.

    By Joe Hoeffner 10 months ago Read More
  • A Taco Bell logo sign on a beige wall

    How To Hack Taco Bell's Menu For Its Discontinued Lava Sauce

    One of the most popular but discontinued items at Taco Bell has made its way onto the restaurant's secret menu, and fans figured out a copycat recipe.

    By Dylan Murray 10 months ago Read More
  • Person looking at a can of food at the grocery store

    Canned Food Recalls That Affected Millions

    Canned foods are convenient pantry staples to have on hand, but many common varieties have been the subject of major food recalls over the years.

    By Anita Surewicz 10 months ago Read More
  • Historic restaurant storefronts and food

    Restaurants And Specialty Shops Turning 100 In 2025

    In 1925, many restaurants and speciality shops opened that are still around today. These are some of the ones turning 100 this year and their histories.

    By Michael Palan 10 months ago Read More
  • woman taking Swanson tv dinner from freezer

    What Happened To Swanson's Once Popular Frozen TV Dinners?

    Once the most iconic brand of frozen TV dinners, Swanson has fallen from the limelight. But what actually happened to this paragon of culinary Americana?

    By Erica Martinez 10 months ago Read More
  • A small white bowl of mayonnaise

    The Major Mayonnaise Recall That Landed Consumers In The ICU

    While cases were limited to patrons of a single restaurant, the severity of the illness led to a country-wide recall for one brand of this condiment.

    By Brian Udall 10 months ago Read More
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