10 Italian Dishes That Defined The '80s
From penne alla vodka to veal parm, many of your favorite Italian American foods were defined in the 1980s. We spoke with chefs to learn more.
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Before Kid Cuisine, There Were These '70s TV Dinners With Hidden Treats
This popular frozen TV dinner company brought fun games and characters to its packaging in the 1970s -- decades before Kid Cuisine became popular.
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13 Best New Soda Flavors Of 2025 (So Far)
With innovative flavors constantly dropping, soda remains a key player in the beverage industry. Check out these 2025 innovations during your next grocery trip.
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Why Ground Cinnamon Sometimes Contains A Dangerous Toxin
The FDA is on the case of identifying the sources of this dangerous substance, which has been found in quite a wide a variety of ground cinnamon products.
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The Touching Story Behind This Famous Cookbook That Chefs Love
While there are many cookbooks chefs draw from, this one stands out on the bookshelf thanks to its inventive approach to Southern cooking.
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TGI Fridays Claims To Have Invented This Appetizer In The '70s. Did It?
TGI Fridays has been in the casual dining game for decades, but the brand is known for one delicious appetizer in particular.
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This Is What Olive Garden's Famous Tour Of Italy Cost In The '90s
In the late 1990s, the Olive Garden promotion known as the Tour of Italy was marketed as the ultimate way to get a taste of all the classics. But for how much?
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Is Vintage Champagne Worth The Splurge? What To Know Before You Buy
Here is everything you need to know to decide for yourself if purchasing a special bottle of vintage Champagne is worth the lofty price tag.
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This Discontinued Ice Cream Brand Was Considered One Of The Fanciest You Could Buy
Häagen-Dazs was leading the luxury ice cream market into the 1970s, but in the early '80s, a new face appeared, giving high-end brands a run for their money.
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11 Vintage Appliance Ads That Show How Much Kitchens Have Changed
Retro advertisements for refrigerators, stoves, & other appliances reveal when innovative new features were added and how historical events drove some changes.
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America's Most Loved Candy In Every Decade Since 1920
Americans have a shared love for candy, which explains why there's so many choices out there. As new candies emerge, each decade has found its own favorite.
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9 Old-School Pasta Dishes You Probably Haven't Had In Years
Can you remember the last time you ate frog eye salad or macaroni loaf? These old-school pasta dishes were once popular, but we haven't seen them in years.
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9 Of The Biggest Candy Stores In The US
From a literal candy warehouse to the best mom-and-pop candy stores the country has to offer, these are the biggest and best candy shops across the U.S.
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The Depressing Record Oklahoma Holds For Fruits And Vegetables
These days everything is ranked, and Oklahoma state sits at the bottom of the list for an important stat on fruits and veggies, but there are reasons why.
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The Absolute Best Tequilas For Flavored Margaritas
Discover the best expert-recommended tequilas for crafting delicious flavored margaritas, from bright, budget-friendly blancos to rich and complex reposados.
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The 17 Most Unusual Cookbooks Of All Time
Some cookbooks are just compendiums of recipes, but others offer a unique look at the culinary world that goes beyond standard ingredients and techniques.
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Before Bazooka Joe, This Patriotic Gum Came In A Roll And Starred An Atomic Age Mascot
While today it's nearly impossible to imagine Bazooka gum without its iconic mascot Joe, a different curious kid served as the brand's first ambassador.
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This Vintage Cake Bar Contains A Very Unexpected Ingredient
While it's not uncommon to infuse vegetables into baked goods, this cake bar contains a surprising key ingredient that you likely already have in your fridge.
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16 Drinks You Should Never Order At A Busy Bar
Busy bar? Don’t hold up the line — be kind to staff, skip these tricky, time-consuming drinks, and keep your night running smoothly.
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6 Meal Planning Apps You Can Actually Use For Free
Meal planning is one of the best ways to make sure you're eating well and buying only items to use in a recipe. Here's how to use an app to make it easier.
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I'm A Former Restaurant Server, And These Are My Biggest Pet Peeves With Customers
Being a restaurant server isn't as easy as it looks. Here are the things that restaurant servers wish customers would stop doing.
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12 Vintage Nicknames For Alcohol That You Don't Hear Anymore
There's a lot of slang for alcohol and its consumption these days, but the past is full of old school names for booze that just haven't hung around.
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The Once-Trendy Vintage Seafood Appetizer Everyone Forgot About
You need just two ingredients to recreate a beloved Victorian-era dish that later experienced a resurgence in popularity: shellfish and a salty pork product.
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Prohibition-Era Grape Juice Came With Instructions For Breaking The Law
During Prohibition, grape juice was produced and exceptions were made for religious-use wine. But one product came with thinly veiled instructions.
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You Probably Forgot About This Classic Movie Theater Candy
A fan of a popular chocolate candy once served at theaters but discontinued in the '80s loved the bite-sized treats so much that he brought them back.
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Do British Prawn Cocktail Chips Actually Contain Shellfish?
If you're interested in British snacks, then you've undoubtedly heard of prawn cocktail flavored potato chips. But is there really shellfish in them?
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The Unconventional Breakfast Richard Burton Swore By
Movie stars are rarely "normal" in every way, and Richard Burton's go-to breakfast was anything by conventional. Here's what he had regularly.
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