The Takeout
  • News
  • Exclusives
  • Fast Food
    • Burger Joints
    • Chicken Chains
    • Sandwich Shops
    • Mexican
    • Coffee Shops
    • Sweets & Treats
  • Restaurants
    • Fast Casual
    • Casual Dining
    • Steakhouses
    • Pizzerias
  • Grocery
    • Stores & Chains
    • Gas Stations
  • Cook
    • Ingredients
    • Cooking
    • Grilling & Smoking
    • Baking
    • Storage & Preservation Tips
    • Cleaning
    • Cookbooks
  • Drinks
    • Alcohol & Cocktail
    • Coffee & Tea
    • Smoothie & Shake
    • Non-Alcoholic & Mocktail
  • History
    • Food Traditions
    • Discontinued
  • Entertainment
    • TV
    • Movies
  • Eat Like A Local
    • Boston, Massachusetts
    • New York City, New York
    • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    • San Francisco, California
  • Recipes
  • Reviews
    • Grocery Products
    • Menu Items
    • Kitchen Products
  • Newsletter
  • About
  • Editorial Policies
  • Reviews Policy
  • Our Experts
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
© 2025 Static Media. All Rights Reserved
The Takeout
The Takeout
History
News Exclusives Fast Food Restaurants Grocery Cook Drinks History Entertainment Eat Like A Local Recipes Reviews
  • Newsletter

History

  • Traditions
  • Discontinued
  • A full glass of beer

    The Disastrous Beer Recall That Resulted In 20 Fatalities

    In the mid-1960s in Quebec City, one particular beer brand decided to tweak its brewing process for a particular reason, and the results were deadly.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's food and game pieces

    The Biggest McDonald's Contests And Games Of All Time

    Some people struck gold (literally) after taking a trip to McDonald's by participating in one of their many games and contests over the years.

    By Michael Palan 2 months ago Read More
  • A tall, cold glass of beer on a bar.

    The Western State That Produces The Most Beer Isn't California

    California is number one in so many categories from population, to entertainment, to technology, but it's not number one when it comes to beer.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • A spread from Chick-Fil-A.

    The Old-School BBQ Side Dish Chick-Fil-A Used To Offer

    This traditional, southern side at Chick-fil-A was on the menu for forty years but was taken off due to low sales, although its recipe lives on in popularity.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Jars of Jif peanut butter

    Why Some People Swear Jif Peanut Butter Was Once Called Jiffy

    Though the Jif peanut butter brand has been around for decades, several people remember it being called Jiffy for some reason, and the confusion continues.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • a jar and glasses filled with lemonade

    The Vintage Lemonade Recipe With An Unexpectedly Meaty Ingredient

    Planning on rustling up some lemonade? Take a cue from one vintage recipe and throw in the beefy secret ingredient known as calf's-foot jelly.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • Canned food items

    The Old-School Canned BBQ You Won't Find On Shelves Anymore

    In the 1960s, Armour Star once offered a whopping two and a half pounds of this barbecue item in a can, and some say they would enjoy it making a comeback.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Fresh watermelons at a fruit stand.

    The Georgia City That Claims To Be The World's Watermelon Capital

    Georgia may be known as The Peach State, but one city has staked its claim as the world's watermelon capital thanks to ideal growing conditions.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Composite image of sub sandwich, key lime pie, and stone crabs in front of Miami skyline

    12 Iconic Florida Dishes To Try Before You Die

    There is no shortage of creativity, culture, and major flavor in Florida-centric cuisine. Here are some delicious dishes that are worth a try at least once.

    By Rachel Sobel 2 months ago Read More
  • Three corn dogs on a plate, drizzled with ketchup.

    The Old-School Corn Dog Stand That Vanished From Mall Food Courts

    Malls have seen a steep decline in popularity over the years, and past staples of mall food courts have been hit hard. Here's a corn dog stand that vanished.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • A pile of pennies

    Got Pennies? Here's What To Expect As Grocery Stores Struggle To Make Change

    The United States Treasury will stop minting pennies starting in 2026, but grocery stores are already beginning to feel the weight of the change.

    By Ashley M. Jacobs 2 months ago Read More
  • Composite image of ground beef dishes

    Old-School Ground Beef Dishes Almost Everyone Has Forgotten About

    Ground beef is an ages-old staple for family meals, but its popular dishes have cycled over the years. Go back in time by making one of these vintage recipes.

    By Elizabeth Arnold 2 months ago Read More
  • An older man cooking over the stove while looking inside sauté pan

    This Affordable Meal Was A Classic And Quick Dish For Boomer Parents

    A classic that deserves a delicious comeback, this mid-century dinner staple brought comfort, convenience, and flavor to the tables of boomer-era families.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Diner table with milkshake, burger, hot dog, and curly fries

    The Vintage Open-Faced Sandwich That Used To Rule Pittsburgh Diners

    Old school diner food can be fascinating to learn about. Sometimes we'll never know where a dish originated and why it never stuck around, like this one.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • A person checking out at a convenience store

    From Ice Blocks To Snack Aisles — The First US Convenience Store Has Come A Long Way

    From selling ice to running thousands of stores across the country with 24-hour operations, America's first convenience store has a fascinating history.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Shoppers outside a Costco store in Bend, Oregon

    Costco Fall Foods You Should Pick Up On Your Next Trip

    Costco has quite a few new products coming to its shelves this fall. While some are returning favorites, others are new contenders for chilly evening bites.

    By Ben Hillin 2 months ago Read More
  • A crop of Brussels sprouts stalks

    This US State Produces The Most Brussels Sprouts By Far

    Though Brussels sprouts may be named for the capital of Belgium, a huge amount are produced in the United States -- especially in this particular state.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • Costco beer aisle

    The Costco Beer That Customers Hated So Much It Was Discontinued After Only 4 Years

    One of Costco’s own beers had such a reputation that it vanished faster than most; fans say they won’t forget the reason why.

    By Ben Hillin 2 months ago Read More
  • Someone feeding meat through a grinder into a metal bowl

    Freak Out Your Friends This Halloween By Turning Red Velvet Cake Into Realistic Raw Meat

    Halloween is a great time to get creative with your food and this red velvet cake trick is a funny way to freak your friends out when you eat it straight up.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra in front of the New York City skyline

    The Exceptionally Simple Salad Frank Sinatra Always Ordered In New York City

    Whenever Frank Sinatra was in New York City, he dined at Patsy’s Italian Restaurant to enjoy one of his favorite starters: a flavorful, four-ingredient salad.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Fruitopia. Keebler Magic Middles. Snackwell´s Devil´s food cakes. Old School Vending Machine snacks

    13 Old School Snacks You Won't Find In Vending Machines Anymore

    A vending machine snack is great for providing sustenance in a pinch, and back in the day, you could often find these delightfully strange snacks inside.

    By Andy Beth Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • A plate of baby corn

    The Simple Way To Turn Canned Baby Corn Into A Crispy Bite-Sized Appetizer

    Canned baby corn may not sound like a hit appetizer on the surface, but with a little culinary magic it transforms into a delightfully crunchy dish to love.

    By Laura Christine Allan 2 months ago Read More
  • Pistachios with dyed red shells

    Why Old-School Pistachios Were Red

    While you won't find them in stores today, red pistachios were a common sighting just a few decades ago. And there's an interesting reason for the color change.

    By Erica Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • a plate of stuffed celery sticks, a chick-o-stick candy package, seven up chocolate bar wrapper, mallo cup package, and plate of round crackers over a tan background

    12 Vintage Snacks People Loved To Eat In The 1930s

    The Great Depression was undoubtedly a decade of hardship, but culinary traditions of thrift and resilience led to some iconic dishes, candy bars, and snacks.

    By Anais Aguilera 2 months ago Read More
  • Pieces of cheesecake with different toppings on ceramic plates and bowls of sauces over blue texture background.

    12 Toppings That Will Upgrade Any Basic Grocery Store Cheesecake

    Upgrade your premade frozen cheesecake with sauces, glazes, and toppings that will transform that store-bought dessert into a real showstopper.

    By Melanie Andrade 2 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a Burger King Whopper still partially in its wrapper

    How Burger King's Whopper Got Its Iconic Name

    The Whopper is synonymous with Burger King, but it was inspired by another restaurant's big burgers back in 1957. Here's how it got its iconic name.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Hand pouring beer into glass mug

    The Beer That Once Went Head-To-Head With Budweiser Is Now Almost Impossible To Find

    Once the largest beer company in America and one of the oldest breweries in the world, this beer is now just a small part of a bigger company's portfolio.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
Back
Next
About Privacy Policy
© 2025 Static Media® TheTakeout.com All Rights Reserved
More From Static Media
BGRChowhoundCutenessExploreFoodieFood RepublicGarden GuidesGlamGrungeHealth DigestHouse DigestHunkerIslandsJalopnikLooperMashedMoney DigestNicki SwiftOutdoor GuidePlanetWareSciencingSlashFilmSlashGearSVGTasting TableThe Daily MealThe ListTVLineWomenWrestling Inc.
The Takeout