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  • Types of alternative milk in jars

    This Was The Very First Plant-Based Milk

    Plant-based milks may have exploded in popularity during the early 2000s, but oat, soy, and almond alternatives have been around a lot longer than you think.

    By Katie Mach 3 months ago Read More
  • Overhead view of spoon and bowl of chili

    One Of Tennessee's Oldest Restaurants Is A Beloved Chili Parlor

    When a restaurant has been open for over a century, you know they're doing something right. This unique chili parlor harkens to a simpler time.

    By Courtney Iseman 3 months ago Read More
  • President John F. Kennedy smiles

    The Sweet American Staple John F. Kennedy Loved To Eat For Breakfast

    John F. Kennedy was a loved president who also had some beloved family recipes. In addition to the typical breakfast fare, there was one sweet treat among them.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 3 months ago Read More
  • Dippin' Dots cup held by person

    Why Dippin' Dots Must Have A Separate Freezer At The Store

    Dippin' Dots were seemingly everywhere in the early '90s and 2000s -- but there's a reason why you could never find them in store freezers.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 months ago Read More
  • Vintage stove from 1950s

    What's A Slow Or Moderate Oven? Decoding Oven Temperature Terms In Vintage Recipes

    What temperature is a warm oven? How much butter is just enough? Old terminology may seem confusing, but it helped cooks before technology was so plentiful.

    By Wendy Leigh 3 months ago Read More
  • A person pours popcorn into a bag using a scoop.

    This Once-Popular Popcorn Chain Used To Be A Shopping Mall Icon

    Back when shopping malls dominated America, this popular chain was a fixture of food courts. The brand has mostly disappeared, but not completely.

    By Rosie Govin 3 months ago Read More
  • Johnny Cash performing on stage

    One Of Johnny Cash's Favorite Desserts Was An Old-School Southern Classic We Don't See Anymore

    Johnny Cash is best known for his country music career, but his favorite dessert is a little-known Southern classic with a surprising twist.

    By Wendy Leigh 3 months ago Read More
  • Gatorade bottles on football field of Florida Gators

    How A College Football Problem Led To The Invention Of Gatorade

    Gatorade was invented for the Florida Gators in the 1960s, when the football team was having trouble with its players' health and energy levels during games.

    By Autumn Swiers 3 months ago Read More
  • Bob Dylan singing

    One Of Bob Dylan's Favorite Foods Is A Holiday Classic

    There are many elements of Christmas that Bob Dylan loves, from the music to the food. In fact, one of Dylan's favorite foods is a holiday classic.

    By Dee Lopez 3 months ago Read More
  • Assorted loose candies laid out

    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.

    By Neala Broderick 3 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain in a gray jacket in front of a off-white and gray wall

    Whatever Happened To Anthony Bourdain's Good & Evil Chocolate Bars?

    Anthony Bourdain left an indelible mark across the culinary world -- including in chocolate. He even created his own bar, though its fate was to be expected.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • Statue of the Bob's Big Boy

    What Makes Big Boy's Double-Decker Burgers Different From Frisch's?

    Big Boy's food offerings can differ depending on if you're at a Bob's or Frisch's franchise, including what's on your double-decker burger.

    By Deb Kavis 3 months ago Read More
  • empty old-school diner

    The Old-School Diner Food People Barely Seem To Eat Anymore

    This food originated in the Great Depression and was a popular symbol of Americana during the post-WWII diner era, but it's been nearly forgotten today.

    By Deb Kavis 3 months ago Read More
  • Shelves of Hostess snack cakes at the grocery store

    10 Discontinued Snack Cakes That Deserve A Comeback: Hostess, Little Debbie And More

    Take a sweet trip down memory lane with our roundup of the tastiest discontinued snack cakes that are well overdue a return to grocery store shelves.

    By Katelyn Schoumaker 3 months ago Read More
  • Seven-layer salad in glass bowl

    The Mayo-Loaded 7-Layer Salad That Once Defined Midcentury Potlucks

    Potluck are infamous for their unexpected (and sometimes unappetizing) dishes, but this mayonnaise-heavy layered salad is experiencing a bit of a comeback.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • Cereal boxes on store shelves including Lucky Charms, Fruity Pebbles, and Cap'n Crunch

    9 Cereal Box Prizes From The '70s You Probably Forgot About

    The 1970s are frequently brought up when it comes to nostalgic kids' breakfast cereals, including the fun prizes kids got to pull out of the box.

    By Angeline Stratz 3 months ago Read More
  • forming meatballs

    The Old-School Meatball Dish That Relied On One Uncooked Ingredient

    Some dishes are invented during times of scarcity, and this is one of them. To beef up the heartiness of these meatballs, people turned to this classic carb.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • a salt shaker spilled onto a wooden cutting board

    Why We've Been Tossing Spilled Salt Over Our Shoulder For Centuries

    There are historical reasons to explain the ubiquitous superstition of tossing a pinch of salt over our shoulder when we spill it, from around the world.

    By Amanda Berrill 3 months ago Read More
  • Grilled sea bream with mixed vegetables on a table of other dishes

    The Naturalized Mediterranean Fruit You May Be Overlooking That Pairs With Marinated Fish

    Some fruits have an acidity that perfectly pairs with fish and other seafood dishes. But this fruit, naturalized in the Mediterranean, is still overlooked.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • Scalloped corn casserole in a baking dish

    The Retro Corn Casserole No One Really Makes Anymore

    This retro-yet-timeless corn casserole is made with a few simple ingredients, is endlessly versatile, and belongs on your dinner table, not in the past.

    By Autumn Swiers 3 months ago Read More
  • A variety of apples, twigs, and leaves against a wooden backdrop

    9 Common Apple Varieties And The Best Ways To Use Them

    There is no shortage of apple varieties to choose from. Here are nine of the most popular ones and how to use them for baking, cooking, and more.

    By Hannah Brantley 3 months ago Read More
  • Jimmy Carter giving a speech into a bank of microphones

    Jimmy Carter's Favorite Dessert Of All Time Was One His Wife Always Made

    The best desserts are made by loved ones. Jimmy Carter shared this sentiment, favoring his wife Rosalynn's signature nutty speciality above all others.

    By A.J. Forget 3 months ago Read More
  • A view of Jersey Mike's combo meal

    March Is The Most Meaningful Month To Order At Jersey Mike's. Here's Why

    If you're looking to order several Jersey Mike's sandwiches, wait until March. Here's why that's undoubtedly the best time to enjoy this sub chain.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 months ago Read More
  • View of tables and booths inside a diner restaurant

    This Oregon-Based Restaurant Chain Sold More Than Half Its Locations To Denny's In The 1980s

    Local restaurant chains have a hard time competing with national ones, and this Oregon chain ended up selling most of its locations to Denny's as a result.

    By Allie Sivak 3 months ago Read More
  • open faced sandwich covered in bacon, tomato, and cheese sauce in a skillet

    This Fancy-Sounding Diner Sandwich Is A Pittsburgh Staple

    Pittsburgh has their sandwich game on lockdown. This open-faced number covered in creamy cheese sauce is making a major comeback.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • selection of Zipz wines

    Here's What Happened To Zipz Wine From Shark Tank

    Zipz Wine sold single-serve wines in innovative, plastic glasses. At the time, it was the highest-recorded deal in Shark Tank's history. Here's what happened.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 months ago Read More
  • A close up of a Square register screen showing tip options

    Are Americans Finally Done With 'Guilt-Tipping' At Checkout?

    Tipping is a controversial custom that's been engrained into American culture, but are people finally getting fed up with it?

    By Martha Brennan 3 months ago Read More
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