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  • interior of Capt. Tony's Saloon

    The Beachy Florida Watering Hole That Was Once Part Icehouse, Part Morgue

    Hemingway drank there. The Sloppy Joe was first served there. And at one point, one of Florida's most enduring bars stored both ice and corpses for Key West.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • A tray filled with iconic black and white cookies.

    Why The Black And White Cookie Is A New York Thing

    The black and white cookie has long been a New York City icon. As with all iconic foods, there are several reasons why this cookie has become so popular.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 2 months ago Read More
  • A glass of seltzer water sitting on a table.

    Here's Why We Call It Seltzer Water

    Over the past few years, seltzer water has gone from strength to strength. Despite its popularity, few people know how this beverage got its name.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton smiles in a gemstone blazer on a red carpet in Nashville

    East Nashville's Oldest Dive Bar Is Dolly Parton Approved

    Taste Music City history with ice cold beer, hot chicken, and Backwoods Barbie. Here's the East Nashville dive bar that gets Dolly Parton's seal of approval.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • A hot beef sundae sitting on a counter.

    How Hot Beef Sundaes Went From The Iowa State Fair To The Senate

    Hot beef sundaes are a fun dish associated with the Iowa State Fair. Despite its humble origins, the dish has been served in the Capitol on two occasions.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Barbacoa sitting on a plate with lime slices

    The Ancient (And Delicious) Origins Of Beef Barbacoa

    Beef barbacoa has a long history. Here's how it was cooked before this delicious, tender, and juicy way of cooking meat hit modern kitchens.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • White Lambeth cake with cherries

    16 Vintage Cakes You Need To Make

    From the cutesy, elaborate Lambeth cake to the boozy, layered Lane cake, these old-fashioned sweet treats are far too delicious to be forgotten.

    By Holly Riddle 2 months ago Read More
  • A pile of plastic Easter eggs nestled in pink Easter grass.

    How To Fill Easter Eggs Without Using Any Candy

    Easter doesn't have to be a candy-fueled holiday; there are many other things you can fill Easter eggs with besides candy and not all of them are edible.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • White rice piled on a black plate.

    Can You Eat Rice During Passover?

    While it is clear that chametz is forbidden during Passover, whether Jews can eat kitniyot, such as rice, during this religious holiday is more contested.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • People sitting at the bar in The Great Escape.

    The Haunted Illinois Restaurant Housed In A Former Al Capone Hangout

    The United States is home to many haunted restaurants, but few have as rich a history as this former Al Capone hangout that's located in Schiller Park.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • An employee stocking shelves in Trader Joe's while wearing a blue Hawaiian shirt

    Why Trader Joe's Has That Tiki Bar Theme Going On

    Trader Joe's is known for its unique products and laid back vibe, but do we also detect a Hawaiian Tiki bar theme going on in the background?

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Holding excelsa coffee beans

    Why The Rare Excelsa Beans Might Become Your Morning Coffee Staple

    While arabica and robusta are the two most common types of coffee beans, excelsa is being considered to become a forerunner for supply.

    By Mariana Zapata 2 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of an Aldi location with a glowing Aldi sign at night.

    The Best Time To Shop At Aldi For Freshly Restocked Shelves

    With so many great deals to be found, Aldi shoppers will want to know the best day and time to visit their favorite store for freshly stocked products.

    By Dylan Murray 2 months ago Read More
  • A bar of Hershey's Tropical Chocolate

    Old-School Candy Bars That Deserve A Comeback

    While there's no shortage of top-tier candy bars on the market today, some of these discontinued sweet treats still deserve a comeback.

    By Michael Palan 2 months ago Read More
  • Stock photo of Gatorade bottles on a store shelf

    Discontinued Gatorade Flavors We Probably Won't Get Back

    Gatorade has introduced plenty of fun and memorable sports drink flavors over the past six decades, but not all of these flavors are still available today.

    By Jon Gutierrez 2 months ago Read More
  • A pile of wax bottle candies

    What Is Wax Candy Made Of Anyway?

    Wax candy is having a moment on social media as home DIYers put their recipes online, but what exactly are people eating when they chomp on this candy?

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Pastel colored egg candies on mint green

    Are Brach's Marshmallow Eggs Actually Discontinued?

    Brach's Marshmallow Eggs have been a staple for Easter egg hunts for years now, but people have been having trouble finding them. Have they been discontinued?

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand grabbing an apple in store

    Fruits And Vegetables That Look Nothing Like They Used To

    Did you know many fruits and vegetables used to look very different? These are some of the most drastic changes in common fruits and veggies.

    By Holly Riddle 2 months ago Read More
  • Two tall glasses of beer on a table with food

    Why Beer Was Once Not Classified As An Alcoholic Beverage In Russia

    For some time, beer wasn't legally considered an alcoholic beverage in Russia. But why was this the case, and what changed?

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of Chicago style popcorn mix

    Here's How You Can Get Chicago Style Popcorn Without Traveling To The Windy City

    Chicago's food notables include hot dogs, pizza, and Italian beef, but there's a snack that also deserves widespread love. Read all about Chicago style popcorn.

    By Dennis Lee 2 months ago Read More
  • Walmart sign

    Walmart Food Recalls That Affected Millions

    Food can get recalled from any grocery store, but here are some of the biggest food recalls in Walmart's history that affected millions of people.

    By Anita Surewicz 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up on the labels of two bottles of Sam Adams Boston Lager.

    Was Sam Adams Beer Started By The Founding Father From Boston?

    With a brand name of Samuel Adams and a historic label, some consumers have wondered if the beer dates all the way back to before the American Revolution.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • candy bars

    Discontinued Chocolate Candy We'll Probably Never Eat Again

    Just about everyone has their favorite brand of chocolate candy. Just because it's here today though, doesn't mean your sweet treat will hang around tomorrow.

    By Diane Bobis 2 months ago Read More
  • Singer Post Malone stands next to a Bud Light neon sign

    The Reason You Never See People Drinking In Beer Commercials

    Ever wonder why beer commercials make their product look so delicious, but never show anyone drinking it? Hint: it has nothing to do with federal regulations.

    By Allison Beussink 2 months ago Read More
  • A variety of green, yellow, red, and multicolored apples

    There Were Once 17,000 Apple Types In North America — Where Did They All Go?

    Your apple-a-day could have been different for 17,000 days. Find out how thousands of apples disappeared from North America, and if they still exist today.

    By Mariana Zapata 3 months ago Read More
  • A plate of Salisbury steak coated in mushroom gravy, served with broccoli and mashed potatoes.

    Is Salisbury Steak Actually Steak Or Something Else Entirely?

    Salisbury steak is a frozen dinner staple but is it the well-known recipe as fancy as it sounds and does it actually contain any real steak?

    By Joe Hoeffner 3 months ago Read More
  • Pasta being made at factory

    Pasta Recalls That Affected Millions

    Sadly, pasta is not exempt from getting recalled. These are some of the biggest grocery store pasta recalls in recent years that affected millions of people.

    By Holly Riddle 3 months ago Read More
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