Food History - Tasting Table

This Fan-Favorite Candy Bar Was Shipped To Soldiers During World War I

During the Great War, one popular candy bar stood out among the rest for its novel combination of chocolate and peanut butter.

9 Vintage Rice Sides That Used To Be Dinner Staples

Many of the old-school rice dishes that used to be dinner staples have since been lost to time. Are they worth bringing back? That's for you to decide.

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7 Foods Pony Express Riders Relied On In The American West

Although the Pony Express did not last long, it remains an iconic part of American history. It's riders commonly came across these foods while on the road.

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The Quick-Pickled Side Dish Everyone Ate In The '60s But Is Overlooked On Tables Today

This once-popular homemade party side dish has fallen out of favor in recent decades, but we think this 1960s staple is long overdue for a comeback.

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The 8 Wildest Kraft Mac And Cheese Flavors Ever Released

Kraft has released some truly unexpected mac and cheese flavors over the years. These sweet, spicy, and savory combinations might surprise you.

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This Discontinued 1950s Duncan Hines Cake Mix Was Inspired By A Classic Treat In New England

While this Duncan Hines boxed cake confection was marketed as being based on a New England treat, its roots stretch to communities in the South.

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5 Discontinued Häagen-Dazs Flavors That Deserve A Revival

Häagen-Dazs regularly comes out with new ice creams flavors — unfortunately that means older ones get discontinued, five of which should come back.

Taco John's tacos with drink and potato side

The Reason Taco John's Skipped Fries And Created This Flavorful Potato Side Instead

Taco John's could have been yet another chain with french fries, but back in 1979, the brand unveiled a new potato classic instead.

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The Golden Era For 10 Major Restaurant Chains

From Pizza Hut to Olive Garden, these major restaurant chains once dominated casual dining. Here's when they peaked and what happened when they fell off.

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10 Discontinued Pringles Chip Flavors We Would Bring Back In A Heartbeat

Pringles is widely know to produce an array of limited-time flavors. Sometimes, they produce a new taste that we wish could stay around for a little longer.

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12 Food Brands With Fascinating (And Sometimes Dark) World War II-Era Histories

World War II had its effects on food brands in many different ways. Some helped with the war effort, and some have a much darker history than you might think.

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8 Sodas That Taste Different Now Than They Did In The '80s

There are several reasons why certain sodas don't taste the same as back in the 1980s, from changes in ingredients to nostalgia-based relaunches.

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7 Beverages American West Pioneers Drank

The drinks of the Old West reflected a region in flux, where established traditions met native ingredients and the harsh demands of frontier life.

A little girl licking a spoon covered in cake mix during a baking session circa 1965

6 Forgotten Baking Mixes Of The 1960s

Plenty of discontinued food products have been forgotten, so we decided to spotlight a handful of cake mixes from the 1960s that few people remember.

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McDonald's Juiciest Burger Of The 1970s Could've Rivaled The Whopper, But It Fizzled Out

Just as swiftly as it debuted, this big and bold McDonald's burger vanished. Only fans from way back when recall how it shaped up against BK's Whopper.

Bring Back '90s School Lunch Nostalgia With This Rectangular Cafeteria-Style Pizza

Those who grew up in an age of rectangular cafeteria pizzas may feel a bit nostalgic when revisiting this recipe years later.

7 Times Domino's Tried — And Failed — To Sell Something Other Than Pizza

Domino's has tried its hand at a number of non-pizza menu items over the years, and while some have found faithful fans, others haven't made the cut.

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Everything You Need To Know About Carolina Whole Hog BBQ

Carolina whole hog BBQ is steeped in history and tradition. We dive into how pitmasters select their hogs, manage the fire, and perfect this regional specialty.

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The 8 Most Important Food Inventions In The '70s

From Hamburger Helper to Pop Rocks, these eight iconic food inventions of the 1970s changed how Americans ate and are still popular decades later.

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5 Foods You Would Have Definitely Eaten In Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

If you adored "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" growing up, then give these different foods tried or adored by the television host a try.

12 Old-School Vegetable Dishes That Deserve A Comeback

From creamy casseroles to classic sides, we think these old-school vegetable dishes deserve a spot on your nostalgic dinner table once again.

12 Boomer-Approved Candies To Look For At Dollar Tree

Dollar Tree is a gold mine of inexpensive candy to treat yourself with. Instead of your usual picks, try your hand at what baby boomers love.

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The Canned-Tuna Sandwich From The '50s That Boomers Will Fondly Remember

While canned ingredients were often eaten on their own or tossed into quick casseroles, this is one of the era's most forgotten creations.

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Why Americans Give Casseroles To Grieving Families

Comforting as they are, it's no surprise that casseroles have single-handedly become an American symbol of sympathy. But their significance goes much deeper.

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The Roast Beef Sandwich McDonald's Released As A Follow-Up To The Filet-O-Fish In The 1960s

If you're a roast beef sandwich fan, you may be surprised that McDonald's once had its own version, featuring reheated sliced beef on a sesame roll.

ButterBurger on Culver's wrapping paper with fries

The Small-Town Creamery Behind Culver's Butter

Behind every fast food operation is a supplier, and when it comes to the butter behind the Culver's ButterBurger, look no further than this brand.

These Are The Most Iconic Snacks From Every Decade Since The 1920s

Let's take a look at the snacks that gained massive popularity and truly established themselves as part of each decade's zeitgeist over the past 100 years.