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Sonic's 1950s Menu Items Had Familiar Classics, Including 'The Whopper' — But Not The One You Think

staff@tastingtable.com (Deepak Narayanan) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

In the 1950s, both Burger King and Sonic served their own version of the Whopper. But over time, only one survived to become a fast-food icon.

I Visited The Iconic NYC Steakhouse Frequented By Teddy Roosevelt

staff@tastingtable.com (Michael Palan) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Keens is one of the most iconic restaurants in New York City. We paid it a visit to learn more about its unique history and connection to Teddy Roosevelt.

The Midwest Beer Pioneer That Changed The Brewing Game Forever

staff@tastingtable.com (Deepak Narayanan) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000

When it comes to creatively produced stouts, many agree that this Chicago-based brewery is to thank for prompting a totally new wave of craft brewing.

The Discontinued Nestlé White Chocolate Bar That Still Gives Fans 'Sweet Dreams'

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Gone but not forgotten, this Nestlé white chocolate bar remains in the hearts of many fans for its flavor and the clever marketing surrounding it.

11 Ways The World Loves Eating Spam

staff@tastingtable.com (Lily McElveen) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0000

For years, Spam has been quite the polarizing product. But that hasn't stopped various parts of the world from making it a key part of their cuisine.

Some Brave People Eat This Shellfish Relative That Raids Your Backyard At Night

staff@tastingtable.com (Chesney McDonald) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Some adventurous people are eating this common relative of shellfish that's probably raiding your backyard at night. Here's what this food has to offer.

The Company Behind Both Hungry Jack And Idaho Spuds Instant Potatoes

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000

While you may not think of one company as having two instant potato brands, Hungry Jack and Idaho Spuds are both part of this larger-than-you-think one.

The Candy Bar That Divides Shoppers Also Makes A Standout Ice Cream Treat

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:30:00 +0000

Many candy bars have a frozen ice cream version, so of course we tried as many as we could. Here's why this one was the best of the batch.

When Hostess Revived These Iconic Discontinued Snack Cakes, They Weren't The Same

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Hostess revived this popular snack cake several times over the past few decades, but the latest rendition in 2020 was radically different from the original.

14 Of The Unhealthiest Cereals On Grocery Shelves

staff@tastingtable.com (Lily McElveen) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:20:00 +0000

It's no secret that many cereals at the grocery store are not that healthy for you. We talked to health experts to find out which cereals we should avoid.

10 Chicken Chains Boomers Miss

staff@tastingtable.com (Arya Chatterjee) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:20:00 +0000

Before Condensed Milk, Gail Borden Invented This Strange, Meaty Food

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0000

While the condensed milk that Gail Borden invented is still being sold under the Borden name today, his previous meaty creation didn't stand the test of time.

The Regional Sonic Cheeseburger You'll Only Find At Western Locations

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:40:00 +0000

If you're looking for a spicy new cheeseburger to add to your palate, look no further than this regional Sonic offering inspired by Southwest culture.

The Best Store-Bought Burger Seasoning Comes From A Ranch Featured On Yellowstone

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Our favorite store-bought burger seasoning comes from the Four Sixes Cowboy Camp, which is owned by the creator of "Yellowstone," Taylor Sheridan.

15 Candies Everyone Ate In The 1970s

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000

'70s kids unite! Here are the 15 candies that everyone adored back when video game arcades and "Star Wars" were on the rise.

The Old-School Soda Boomers Remember For The California Orange Flavor

staff@tastingtable.com (Janelle Alberts) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:40:00 +0000

This vintage orange soda gained its lodged-in-childhood reminiscence due to its pure taste.

Bar Rescue Vs. Kitchen Nightmares: Which Show Helped Guests Most?

staff@tastingtable.com (Janelle Alberts) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0000

A 2021 study conducted by Indiana University determined whether "Bar Rescue" or "Kitchen Nightmares" was a better success.

13 Retired Food Mascots No One Remembers Anymore

staff@tastingtable.com (DB Kelly) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0000

From lovable oddballs to deeply questionable creations, these former mascots reflect a very different era of advertising. Most haven't been seen since.

These 3 Cheeses Are Most Likely To Be Found In Mexican-Style Shredded Cheese Blend

staff@tastingtable.com (Will Godfrey) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Bags of shredded cheese claiming to contain "Mexican blends" are a common sight in American grocery stores, but what kinds of cheese do they actually use?

These 11 Discontinued Blue Bell Ice Cream Flavors Are Sure To Spark Nostalgia

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:20:00 +0000

Blue Bell is known for its delicious catalog of unique ice cream flavors. Unfortunately, though, many of our favorites have been discontinued.