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Not Burgers Or Chicken Sandwiches — The '80s Classic Burger King Item Meant To Compete With Arby's

staff@tastingtable.com (James Andersen) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:10:00 +0000

The history of fast food joints in America is full of attempts to bring new products to market, with some being more successful than others.

Not Chicken, Tuna Or Pasta: The Old-School Picnic Salad Most People Forgot About

staff@tastingtable.com (Rosie Govin) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:40:00 +0000

One of the best picnic salads out there also happens to be one of the most versatile. This retro picnic staple worked for years, so it's time to bring it back!

The Genius Way WWII Pilots Made Ice Cream Mid-Flight

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Before households even had access to a freezer, a bored World War II pilot had found a way to make delicious ice cream with a fighter plane and some DIY action.

The Gluten-Free WWI Trend That Asked Americans: 'Are You Eating Your 5 Bushels?'

staff@tastingtable.com (Rosie Govin) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0000

During World War I, food shortages caused Americans to cut back on staples, but a particular item became a mainstay in Stateside kitchens.

The Classic '80s McDonald's Dessert You Can Recreate At Home With 3 Ingredients

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:40:00 +0000

It's always a bit heartbreaking when your favorite dessert disappears from the menu, but luckily you can recreate this 1980s McDonald's treat.

What's The Actual Difference Between Blue Bell And Turkey Hill Ice Cream?

staff@tastingtable.com (Jaimie Mackey) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Blue Bell and Turkey Hill differ in more than flavor and regional loyalty: Their ice creams aren't all made to the same legal standard.

Before Guns N' Roses Became Famous, The Band Hung Out At An Iconic LA Deli. This Is What They Ate There

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000

In the mid-1980s, Guns N' Roses often dined at a landmark Los Angeles restaurant. Its owner told Tasting Table the band's go-to menu items.

The Best-Selling '70s Cookbook Every Crock-Pot Owner Had (It Still Holds Up)

staff@tastingtable.com (Bridget Sharkey) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000

An iconic piece of American culinary history, the Crock-Pot took the US by storm, and one cookbook that supported its growing use remains popular today.

14 Of The Oldest Beer Brands In The US

staff@tastingtable.com (Charlotte Pointing) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:20:00 +0000

If you like a side of education with your favorite brewski, you've come to the right place. Let's dive into America's oldest brands of beer.

Meet The Southern Family Behind Blue Bell Ice Cream Since 1919

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:35:00 +0000

A staple in many Southern grocery stores for over a century now, the beloved ice cream brand has been steered toward profitability by one family since 1919.

9 Forgotten Ground Beef Dinners Everyone Ate In The '70s

staff@tastingtable.com (Catherine Brookes) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +0000

Looking for some nostalgic comfort food inspo? These ground beef dishes were popular in the 1970s and are definitely worth revisiting today.

The Lay's Potato Chips Your Grandparents Ate Looks Very Different Now

staff@tastingtable.com (Janelle Alberts) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:40:00 +0000

While the recipe for classic Lay's potato chips has changed very little over the years, the brand had a good reason for introducing a new bag design in 2025.

Not Eggs Or Toast: Cowboys Ate This Old-Fashioned Breakfast On The Trail

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000

It may seem like eggs and toast would have been a good go-to trail breakfast, but perishable items like eggs were hard to come by. Coffee was a staple, though.

Regional Sandwiches Every Food Lover Should Try Once

staff@tastingtable.com (DB Kelly) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:20:00 +0000

From Buffalo's beef on weck to Chicago's jibarito, these regional American sandwiches are local specialties worth seeking out.

12 Meals You Probably Ate In The '80s If You Were Middle Class

staff@tastingtable.com (Charlotte Pointing) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +0000

The middle class of the '80s ate in many economical ways, some of them delicious and some of them, interesting. These meals were popular in the neon decade.

That 57 On Your Heinz Ketchup Bottle Actually Serves A Clever Purpose

staff@tastingtable.com (Rebecca Treon) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The number "57" on the Heinz Ketchup bottle doesn't just tell how many products, allegedly, Heinz makes. It also helps with a well-known problem.

This Is What McDonald's Looked Like In The 1980s

staff@tastingtable.com (Meg Hemphill) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000

A trip back in time can fill us with nostalgic memories, and seeing how things looked in the 1980s at McDonald's does exactly that for Gen-Xers.

Blue Bell Was Once A Butter Company Under A Different Name — Here's How It All Changed

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Blue Bell didn't always just make ice cream. In fact, the sweet-treat giant actually started out as a butter brand, before venturing into icy delights.

Pre-Prohibition Grenadine Wasn't Actually Pomegranate — It Was 10X More Flavorful

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:40:00 +0000

Cocktail fans know that bold red grenadine is made with pomegranate juice, but Pre-prohibition grenadine was made with a different flavor-packed ingredient.

These 9 Appetizers Were Dinner Party Staples In The '70s

staff@tastingtable.com (Charlotte Pointing) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:20:00 +0000

From deviled eggs to rumaki, these are the popular appetizers you might have eaten at a 1970s dinner party before sitting down for the main culinary event.