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  • fried clams served with sides

    The Howard Johnson's All-You-Can-Eat Deal Boomers Might Remember

    If you remember the 1970s then there's a good chance you remember some great-value fried-food deals to be had over at Howard Johnson's. We look back fondly.

    By Michelle Welsch 9 hours ago Read More
  • Bowl of M&M's

    The Discontinued Cake-Inspired M&M's Variety That Deserves A Second Chance

    M&M's have long been a beloved candy with a myriad of fun flavors to choose from, but one discontinued flavor deserves a second chance.

    By Deb Kavis 1 day ago Read More
  • Smoked salmon and cream cheese blinis on serving platter

    10 Vintage Snacks That Deserve A Spot At Your New Year's Eve Party

    If you're hoping to give your New Year's Eve gathering a deliciously retro appeal, you may want to serve any (or all) of these vintage snacks.

    By Catherine Brookes 2 days ago Read More
  • Coca-Cola in a glass with can and ice

    The Energizing Discontinued Coca-Cola Drink Fans Wish Would Make A Comeback

    Coca-Cola has a surprising number of flavors, but this one surprising invention got some people so excited they were really unhappy when it went away again.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 days ago Read More
  • M&M's bag and candies

    This Long-Lost Buttery M&M's Candy Flavor Deserves A Comeback

    The makers of the iconic M&M candy have come out with some wild flavors over the years, and not all of them were great. Here's one flavor many loved.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 days ago Read More
  • bowl of Superman ice cream

    The Vintage Multicolored Ice Cream We Rarely See People Eat These Days

    With origins in the Prohibition Era, this unique ice cream will be described differently depending on who is answering and which version was sampled.

    By Michelle Welsch 4 days ago Read More
  • pepperoni pizza with one slide pulled out

    Why You Shouldn't Expect Pepperoni Pizza On Menus In Italy

    Some foods seems quintessentially Italian, but they actually have foreign origins. Pepperoni is not as common in nonna's home land as you might think.

    By Matthew Spina 4 days ago Read More
  • man and woman preparing food

    The Food Craze Gen X Grew Up With Is Still Hanging Around

    There's a food trend that began in the 1970s and is still popular today. Gen X likely remembers the brand that first showed us how to make meals in mugs.

    By Michelle Welsch 4 days ago Read More
  • bowl of pink cereal

    If You Ate This Pink Cereal As A Child, You're Probably A Gen Xer

    Gen Xers are the only ones who might remember this short-lived cereal based on a pink cartoon cat. It only spent one year on grocery store shelves.

    By Michelle Welsch 4 days ago Read More
  • Pop art background with burger on skateboard

    10 1990s Fast Food Items That We're Glad Didn't Last

    In an attempt to create new and innovative menu items to keep up with the fast food craze of the '90s, there were a few that really missed the mark.

    By DB Kelly 4 days ago Read More
  • Landscape shot of the White House, garden, and fountain

    7 US Presidents With The Most Bizarre Eating Habits

    Plenty of U.S. presidents were known to have certain quirks, and the following presidents made some unusual choices when it came to food and drink.

    By Yasmin Duale 5 days ago Read More
  • A street in the North End in Boston

    This Boston Neighborhood Has Some Of The Most Traditional Italian Food In The Country

    If you want to eat authentic Italian food, but don't want to pay to go to Italy, then head to Boston, which has one of the best Little Italy areas around.

    By Martha Brennan 5 days ago Read More
  • medium rare ribeye steak cut in strips topped with herb butter on a wooden tray

    9 Iconic Regional Steaks Worth Trying At Least Once

    There are tons of unique, regional steak dishes and cuts around the country. If you're planning a meaty road trip, here are the ones worth stopping for.

    By Arya Chatterjee 5 days ago Read More
  • shrimp cocktail in red sauce in a cup

    The Iconic Las Vegas Casino That Once Served 50 Cent Shrimp Cocktail

    The idea of shrimp cocktails selling for less than a dollar these days sounds outlandish. However, a Las Vegas casino once sold millions of them for 50 cents.

    By Courtney Iseman 5 days ago Read More
  • Boycott spelled in wooden blocks with an American flag in the background

    14 Food Brands And Chains That Have Faced The Biggest Boycotts In US History

    From Coors and Chobani to Wendy's and Bud Light, see which food brands faced the biggest boycotts in U.S. history and why consumers took a stand.

    By Amy Bell 5 days ago Read More
  • An abandoned trolley in the middle of an empty grocery store aisle

    This Once-Popular Grocery Chain Was Booming In The '50s But Didn't Make It To The 2000s

    Grocery giants seem impossible to topple but their success is a lot more volatile than it seems. This chain was popular for decades, but ultimately didn't last.

    By Eibhlis Gale-Coleman 6 days ago Read More
  • a large piece of fried fish on a hamburger bun

    The Old-School Pittsburgh Spot Serving Giant Fried Fish Sandwiches For Over 150 Years

    If you're craving a hefty slice of fried fish in Pittsburgh, there's only one place you need to go — and this has been the case for a long, long time.

    By Holly Tishfield 6 days ago Read More
  • A wooden bowl of noodles on a bamboo mat with chopsticks beside it

    What The Discovery Of 4,000-Year-Old Noodles In China Taught Us About The World-Famous Food

    The origin story of noodles is tricky to trace. But a discovery in China provides particularly interesting insight as to when and how they were first prepared.

    By A.J. Forget 7 days ago Read More
  • people gathering outside of New York street cart for food

    The Street Food City Exhibit Showcases New York's Historic Curbside Dining Culture

    From oysters to roasted nuts, New York City has a long history of curbside dining -- and starting December 6, this exhibit in Dumbo is celebrating all of it.

    By Matthew Spina 7 days ago Read More
  • Coffee Crunch Cake on a cake stand

    The 1940s Cake Accident That Ultimately Became A San Francisco Legend

    Some of the best foods come from culinary mishaps, and this dessert is one of them. Its depth of flavor and texture was beloved in the late 20th century.

    By Autumn Swiers 8 days ago Read More
  • Chocolate mousse with cream in a glass dish with spoon sticking out

    The Most Popular Desserts In The US Through The Decades

    America's preference in desserts has evolved over the years, as evidenced by the different sweet treats that ruled the market each decade from the 1900s onward.

    By Charlotte Pointing 8 days ago Read More
  • 1960s-style photo of young girl holding a slice of toast at the table, next to a toaster and a pile of toast and a slab of butter

    10 Snacks Boomers Remember Eating After School

    Today's kids have no shortage of after-school snacks, from potato chips to yogurt. But what about Boomers in their youth? Here's what they ate after school.

    By Charlotte Pointing 8 days ago Read More
  • Omelet on plate with herbs and toasted bread

    This Forgotten Omelet Filling Was All The Rage 100 Years Ago

    You may find this unexpected old-school omelet filling hard to get your head around, but once you do, there are limitless possibilities and pairings that work.

    By Courtney Iseman 9 days ago Read More
  • hummingbird cake with pineapple and bananas

    The Vintage Cake From The '60s That Deserves A Big Resurgence

    This delicious fruit-and-nut filled layer cake has roots in the tropics and makes the perfect celebration cake that's way more fun than a plain-old sponge.

    By Dee Lopez 9 days ago Read More
  • Three generations rolling out dough together in the kitchen

    10 Old-School Boomer Cooking Habits That Baffle Younger Generations

    Baby Boomer kitchen habits can surprise younger cooks, from ultra-processed ingredients to old-school food safety. Explore the history behind these choices.

    By Amy Bell 9 days ago Read More
  • An ice cream sundae covered in peanuts and hot fudge with an American flag background

    Here's What Tin Roof Ice Cream Actually Is — And What It Should Taste Like

    Tin Roof ice cream is a pretty specific sundae made popular in Nebraska. There are many different versions, but the original stands out as the best.

    By Ian Fortey 9 days ago Read More
  • Assorted trays of desserts

    Why This Vintage 1970s Dessert Never Came Back In Style

    Tastes and preferences change over time. American cuisine from the 1970s can feel almost alien these days, including this very sweet dessert.

    By Courtney Iseman 9 days ago Read More
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