Ronald McDonald First Appeared On TV In 1963, And Boy Was It Creepy
Ronald McDonald has changed quite a bit since his first debut in the early 1960s. Let's just say the bright red clown nose was definitely an upgrade.
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This Little-Known Donut Chain Caused Jerry Springer-Level Family Drama With Dunkin'
Dunkin' has an almost iron-clad grasp on the global donut consumer market. And yet, it was dragged into a major squabble with a rival with familial connections.
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Aretha Franklin's Go-To Hot Dog Order Always Came With 2 Toppings
Many of Aretha Franklin's favorite foods were classic dishes from the South, but her hot dog order had a distinctly New York City vibe to it.
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15 Restaurants Responsible For Creating Iconic Dishes
Do you ever wonder exactly where your favorite dishes were first constructed? These are the restaurants that put them on the menu, and on the map.
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Do You Remember What Dining At Taco Bell Was Like In The '70s? Here's A Refresh
Taco Bell looks like every other corporate fast food chain these days. If you're pining for the lost years of yesterday, this is what it was like in the 1970s.
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The Unfortunate Fate Of Cracker Barrel's First Restaurant Location
Cracker Barrel's entire business model is built around nostalgia, which is why the unfortunate fate of its first location is all the more surprising to fans.
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Boomers Can't Stand These 12 Coffee Trends (And We Don't Blame Them)
Boomers don't always see eye to eye with younger generations. When it comes to modern coffee trends they just can't stand, we can see where they're coming from.
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Why Every Bite Of A Tootsie Roll Is Potentially Over A Hundred Years Old
If you've ever dreamed of eating the first Tootsie Roll, there's a chance that you've already done it — according to a popular theory about the candy, that is.
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Reddit Says This Nostalgic Dish Is Overdue For A Comeback
Redditors have been talking about nostalgic recipes from the 20th century and this is one dish they say is well-deserving of a comeback. We agree.
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This Walmart Find Makes For A Perfect 4th Of July Cake Stand (And It's Just $14)
If you're looking for ways to spruce up your Fourth of July food and drink spread, this Walmart cake stand is fun, thematically appropriate, and affordable.
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11 Hands-Down Best Italian Soups Everyone Should Try At Least Once
Traditional Italian cuisine offers far more than just pizza and pasta, as proven by these delicious and hearty soups from across the country.
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Here's What 'Dirty Water' Hot Dogs Really Are
If you've ever visited New York you may have heard some locals talking about dirty water hot dogs. Here's what they're actually talking about.
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Twinkies Almost Turned Out Completely Different From What We Know Today
We all know the score with Twinkies — sponge cake, creamy filling However, the sweet treat as we understand it today is somewhat unlike the original design.
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3 Changes Cracker Barrel Seriously Regretted
Cracker Barrel has established a pretty solid fanbase which has proven to be quite resistant to change, particularly when it comes to these huge blunders.
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Everyone Had One In The '70s — The Iconic Kitchen Set That Still Brings On Instant Nostalgia
If you grew up in the '70s, you likely remember gathering with your family around this one old-school kitchen gadget designed for entertaining.
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11 Red, White, And Blue Cocktails For Your 4th Of July Parties
If you're looking to celebrate the United States' big day this 4th of July with some fun drinks with friends and family, here are some patriotic ideas.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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