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  • A Welcome to Sweet Home Alabama road sign

    11 Must-Try Dishes When Visiting Alabama

    Everywhere you look in Alabama, there's a menu item waiting for you to make mouthwatering memories. These are the foods locals crave, and visitors remember.

    By Andy Beth Miller 9 hours ago Read More
  • A hand holding a McDonald's drink cup on a tray with a meal.

    The Pizza Restaurant Chain That McDonald's Owned In The '90s

    McDonald's mostly sticks to its own business these days but back in the 1990s it considered moving into the world of pizza when it bought this popular chain.

    By Joe Hoeffner 10 hours ago Read More
  • An old photo showing a display of Popeyes fried chicken and sides

    10 Discontinued Popeyes Side Dishes That Deserve A Comeback

    From corn dogs and onion rings to chicken tacos, there are several side dishes from Popeyes' past that fans would love to see back on the menu.

    By Michael Palan 13 hours ago Read More
  • Smooth and creamy buckeye chocolate and peanut butter candies chocolates on white background

    11 Candies That Give Midwesterners The Ultimate Nostalgia

    Come with us as we take a trip down Midwestern memory lane with these candies that instantly transport folks back to growing up in America's heartland.

    By Andy Beth Miller 15 hours ago Read More
  • A box containing bright yellow bananas

    Bananas Originally Looked Completely Different From What They Are Today

    Consider the banana's design and its the classic yellow half-moon shape. That's a relatively new look for the fruit, which used to appear quite different.

    By Joe Hoeffner 18 hours ago Read More
  • Ex-Beatle Ringo Starr in 2025.

    The Bizarre '90s Ringo Starr Pizza Hut Commercial That Feels Like A Fever Dream

    Once upon a time, Ringo Starr appeared in a Pizza Hut commercial that suggested he was reuniting with the Beatles. Only he wasn't. Pizza was also involved.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 days ago Read More
  • glass of strawberry flummery garnished with fresh strawberries

    The Luscious Old-School Jell-O Mousse That Only Requires 2 Ingredients

    Flummery, once a meal given to prisoners, is now a retro-minded dessert. To make it, you need just two ingredients that are probably in your kitchen right now.

    By Maria Scinto 2 days ago Read More
  • Dish of lasagna

    The Old-School Lasagna Dish You'll Rarely Find On Tables Today

    You can add just about anything to lasagna and still end up with a delicious dish. You can also use an unexpected ingredient for a rarely-seen retro version.

    By Moriah House 3 days ago Read More
  • A modern kitchen with appliances and utensils.

    Everyone Had One In The '90s — The Iconic Kitchen Gadget That Still Brings Instant Nostalgia

    Not everything from the 1990s has stood the test of time, but this nostalgic kitchen tool actually has. Here's why this niche gadget holds up.

    By Joe Hoeffner 3 days ago Read More
  • Person taking a bite of fried chicken

    The Unhinged Amount Of Chicken Everyone Is Eating Now Compared To The '60s

    The last century has seen an incredible rise in the amount of chicken we're consuming globally. Here's how today's numbers compare to the 1960s.

    By Rolland Judd 3 days ago Read More
  • Person pulling sourdough out of the oven.

    Ötzi The 5,300-Year-Old Iceman Helped Scientists Bake Sourdough (With His Guts)

    In another episode of scientists doing things that makes normal people scratch their head, a research team has made a loaf of sourdough using an ancient mummy.

    By Rolland Judd 4 days ago Read More
  • Barbra Streisand smiling

    Barbra Streisand Says There's 'Nothing Better' Than This Nostalgic Dish

    Barbra Streisand has had the opportunity to dine on some of the world's best food, but she still says there's nothing better than this classic dish.

    By Jessica Riggio 4 days ago Read More
  • An elderly couple cooking together in a decorated kitchen.

    Why Some Boomers Habitually Overcook Their Food

    If you've ever noticed that boomers tend to cook food way longer than younger generations you're not alone. There's actually good reason for it.

    By Cassie Womack 6 days ago Read More
  • A black-and-white image of a carhop delivering food to a couple in a car.

    Why Old-School Drive-In Restaurants Have Nearly Died Out

    There was a time not so long ago that you could find a drive-in restaurant nearly everywhere you went, but they've since died out and here's why.

    By Cassie Womack 6 days ago Read More
  • Fudgie the Whale Carvel ice cream cake in box on red background.

    Carvel's Iconic Fudgie The Whale Got A New Makeover For Its Grocery Chain Debut

    The nostalgic birthday cake favorite, Fudgie the Whale, is stepping outside Carvel locations for a bow at a major grocery chain. And it has a whole new look,.

    By Dennis Lee 7 days ago Read More
  • An antique photo of Charles Darwin.

    Where You Can Sample Charles Darwin's Favorite Meat (It's Still A Delicacy)

    While Charles Darwin was travelling the world for his research he got to eat many kinds of meat. This was one of his favorites and it's still around today.

    By Maria Scinto 8 days ago Read More
  • Boxes of Kool-Aid Jammers juice pouches on grocery store shelf

    The US State That Honors Kool-Aid As Its Official Soft Drink

    For many, Kool-Aid is a sweet (make that very sweet) childhood memory. But for one US state, it's also widely recognized as an official beverage.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 days ago Read More
  • A black flag waves in the wind with a skull and cross bones on it.

    9 Things Real-Life Pirates Ate On The High Seas

    A pirate's diet is something we rarely consider. Turns out, the swashbucklers depended on long-lasting foods, regional animals and produce, and plundered goods.

    By Julia Lauzon 9 days ago Read More
  • A hand holding up a can of Coca-Cola against a blue sky background.

    Coca-Cola's Coolest Machine Never Caught On (And We Think We Know Why)

    Coca-Cola has tried out plenty of ways to make its soda more enticing to customers, including this pretty ingenuous machine which never caught on.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 days ago Read More
  • Red and blue flag with Juneteenth date on it on a flag pole

    The Juneteenth Festivals Across The US Foodies Won't Want To Miss In 2026

    Throughout the month of June, celebrations of black history in the U.S. abound. Many of these focus around the culinary traditions of African Americans.

    By Andy Beth Miller 10 days ago Read More
  • Marilyn Monroe stepping out of a car at a film premiere.

    This Iconic LA Chinese Restaurant Was Loved By Marilyn Monroe

    Los Angeles is full of Hollywood history, but this Chinese restaurant was one of Marilyn Monroe's favorites and it's still serving food and drinks today.

    By Cassie Womack 10 days ago Read More
  • A cup of Neapolitan espresso on a saucer next to several croissants.

    The Old-School Italian Coffeemaker That Still Has Fans Today

    Though Moka coffee makers are the standard for coffee in both Italy and around the world, another older, more tactile maker retains a dedicated fan base.

    By Joe Hoeffner 10 days ago Read More
  • A wood and brass setting with handmade donuts, homemade bread, grains of wheat, and an apple pie

    If You Grew Up Eating This Simple Pie, You Might Be A Boomer

    This simple pie was very trendy back in the 20th century, which means you may be a boomer if you have fond memories of eating it growing up.

    By Jessica Riggio 10 days ago Read More
  • Red habanero peppers in a wooden bowl on a table viewed from above.

    Where In The US The Most Chile Peppers Are Grown (It's Not California)

    A lot of America's produce is grown in California, but a different state is responsible for making the vast majority of American chile peppers.

    By Joe Hoeffner 11 days ago Read More
  • Small, whole roasted birds on a plate with a side of leafy greens.

    The Tiny Bird That's Now Illegal To Consume In The US

    There was a time in American history when this tiny bird was a common sight at the marketplace and on the dinner table, but it's now illegal to consume.

    By Jessica Riggio 11 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of assorted watermelon candies in a pile.

    Why Watermelon Flavored Candy Tastes Nothing Like The Real Deal

    Some candies taste surprisingly like the real food they are imitating, but watermelon candies aren't one of them. This is why the taste doesn't hit the mark.

    By Jonathan Kesh 13 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Happy Meal in red packaging

    Every McDonald's Happy Meal Toy From 1990, Ranked

    McDonald's is known for its iconic Happy Meal toys, but not every toy had kids saying "I'm lovin' it." Here's every 1990 Happy Meal toy ranked.

    By Lottë Reford 14 days ago Read More
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