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  • A selection of candy bars

    18 Vintage Candies You Won't Find At The Movie Theater Concession Stand Today

    Many classic candies have disappeared from movie theater concession stands over the years. Here are some that truly made the movies magical.

    By Michael Palan 2 months ago Read More
  • Mcdonald Happy meal with smile on box and beverage. McDonalds kids happy meal box set packaging, yellow background on black table with drink.

    The First Happy Meal Toys Were A Real Bummer

    When McDonald's debuted its Happy Meal in 1979, its toy offerings were anything but pleasing. Learn this iconic menu option's history and its possible creators.

    By Alexandra Fay 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of a stand-alone McDonald's sign with the golden arches against a blue sky

    The Fishy McDonald's Menu Item That Was Discontinued After Only Three Months

    The Filet-o-Fish is not the only seafood option to have graced the McDonald's menu. This item only lasted three months, but some fans want it back.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of Cincinnati chili with pasta next to bowls of cheese, onions, and chili

    Vintage Midwestern US Dishes That Deserve A Comeback

    The Midwest has no shortage of hearty, comforting dishes, but we'd argue that there's still room for a few of its forgotten favorites to make a comeback.

    By Melanie Andrade 2 months ago Read More
  • A classic barbecue spread involving ribs and cornbread.

    The Melting Pot Of Influences That Make Chicago-Style BBQ Different From Any Other

    Thanks to a diverse melting pot of influences, Chicago-style BBQ as interesting and distinctive as any other of the country's regional barbecue styles.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • outdoor dining place setting at City Tavern

    The Philadelphia Tavern Where The Founding Fathers Celebrated The First 4th Of July

    Nowadays, we associate Independence Day with grills and fireworks. However, the country's Founding Fathers visited a tavern for the first July 4 celebration.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Older woman in the kitchen

    12 Vintage Ingredients Grandma Always Cooked With (And Now We Don't)

    As culinary preferences evolve over the years, many of the ingredients our grandmothers kept stocked in the pantry have quietly fallen out of favor.

    By Anita Surewicz 3 months ago Read More
  • Ava Gardner smiles for photo wearing pearl necklace and hands on face

    The Famous Farmers Market Ava Gardner Loved To Shop At Is Still Around

    Big-time stars like Ava Gardner and many more frequented a long-standing, popular farmer's market that you can still shop at in Los Angeles, California today.

    By Erica Martinez 3 months ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra in tweed coat

    This Classic Italian Dish Was One Of Frank Sinatra's Go-To Orders

    Frank Sinatra traveled a lot as he toured, but he was particularly fond of a New York Italian restaurant where he would always order this classic dish.

    By Erica Martinez 3 months ago Read More
  • Shelves of vintage kitchenware containers

    The Vintage Kitchen Containers That Could Be Worth Big Bucks (Hint: It's Not Pyrex)

    Unlike your old, warped, pasta sauce-dyed Tupperware, these vintage kitchen containers could be worth big bucks. Here's how to suss out the real deal.

    By Kat Olvera 3 months ago Read More
  • Emeril Lagasse headshot in chef's whites

    Chef Emeril Lagasse's Favorite American Food City Is Steeped In Tradition

    Emeril Lagasse is in an icon in the culinary world. So, it's no surprise that his favorite American food destination is full of diverse and iconic cuisine.

    By Erica Martinez 3 months ago Read More
  • Plain angel food cake on a cake stand

    The Old School Upgrade That Instantly Transforms Angel Food Cake

    Ready to take your angel food cake to the next (even more heavenly) level? Here's an easy old school upgrade that will make each slice pop with flavor.

    By Lauren Bair 3 months ago Read More
  • Sausage being cooked on a grill

    One Major Sausage Recall Pulled Nearly A Million Pounds Of Meat Off The Shelves

    Most food recalls are quite small, which is why the big ones can really garner some attention. This massive sausage recall pulled almost one million pounds.

    By Kat Olvera 3 months ago Read More
  • crunchy beef tacos with shredded cheese, lettuce, and tomato

    The Old School Fast Food Chain That Taco Bell Ran Out Of Business

    Taco Bell reigns supreme among fast food tacos, and though it still has competitors today, not every chain it's gone up against has survived.

    By Maria Scinto 3 months ago Read More
  • Black and white photograph of young Shirley Temple

    Shirley Temple Actually Hated Drinking The Beverage Named After Her

    A sweet, fizzy, and bright Shirley Temple mocktail seems impossible to hate, but it turns out the actress the drink was named for would never have ordered one.

    By Erica Martinez 3 months ago Read More
  • Burger BBQ at a Fourth of July party

    Why Barbecues Became A 4th Of July Tradition

    Celebrating the 4th of July has been a tradition all of our lives, but how exactly did barbecue dishes and methods come to be the star of the holiday?

    By Mariana Zapata 3 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of the Old Place

    The Historic California Restaurant That Still Doesn't Have A Freezer

    This historic old west restaurant, less than 40 miles from Los Angeles, runs out of menu items because it doesn’t have a freezer, and it’s totally fine.

    By Joe Hoeffner 3 months ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri wearing sunglasses and a worn leather jacket at an indoor event

    The Southern Comfort Food Guy Fieri Wasn't A Fan Of

    Guy Fieri has tried plenty of regional dishes while being filmed, so it's not surprising that he's come across a few that he wouldn't eat again.

    By Dylan Murray 3 months ago Read More
  • Hummus on a plate

    Hummus Recalls That Affected Millions

    Hummus is delicious, versatile, and full of nutritional perks, but unfortunately isn't immune to the occasional mass product recall.

    By Anita Surewicz 3 months ago Read More
  • Pineapples sitting on a wooden box

    The Strange Depression Era Sandwich Combination That Was All About The Pineapples

    The Depression was fertile ground for new recipes as people tried to find ways to eat with little money. This strange sandwich made generous use of pineapple.

    By Maria Scinto 3 months ago Read More
  • Southern country captain chicken

    Vintage Southern Foods We Desperately Want Back In Our Lives

    Southern cuisine is known for its comfort-food classics, but these vintage dishes have disappeared over the years. We hope these foods will make a comeback.

    By Anita Surewicz 3 months ago Read More
  • Slice of creamy pink pie with whipped cream and strawberry

    The Vintage Summer Pie Made With A Sweet Nostalgic Drink

    Sometimes recipes from the past leave us cringing, but when it comes to making Kool-Aid the star of your summer pie, it's a simple and refreshing win.

    By Erica Martinez 3 months ago Read More
  • Family enjoying Fourth of July cookout

    The Cold War Frozen Treat That's Now A 4th Of July Staple

    A tasty frozen treat that goes hand-in-hand with the most patriotic holiday in the United States has a connection to the former Soviet Union.

    By Jonathan Kesh 3 months ago Read More
  • Four classic 1980s desserts on yellow pattern background

    Old-School Desserts People Loved To Eat In The 1980s

    Desserts were a decadent affair in the 1980s, with baking enthusiasts often turning to these over-the-top treats for a sweet dinner party showstopper.

    By Elizabeth Arnold 3 months ago Read More
  • Can of corn being opened

    Corn Recalls That Affected Millions

    Corn crops and products can easily be affected by food-borne pathogens, toxic mold, or foreign objects, leading to recalls. Here are some of the biggest.

    By Brian Boone 3 months ago Read More
  • A large buffet with different foods

    The Way Las Vegas Casinos Deal With Buffet Leftovers

    Las Vegas has a reputation of excess and lack of consequences, but it's actually pretty intentional about its environmental impact, especially its food waste.

    By Mariana Zapata 3 months ago Read More
  • Collection of recipe cards

    The Reason It's So Hard To Copyright Recipes

    Since other written works are protected by copyright law, you might be surprised to find out that copyright doesn't usually apply to recipes. Here's why.

    By Willow Roberts 3 months ago Read More
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