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  • a plate of texmex food including rice, taquitos, an enchilada and salsa

    The 1970s Canned Tex-Mex Dinner Staple You Can't Find Anymore

    Old El Paso's canned food helped introduce Americans to Tex-Mex cuisine in the mid-20th century. Eventually, better packaging made this item obsolete.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • A fall dinner spread, including pumpkin pes, whole pumpkins, and a roasted turkey

    18 Vintage Fall Dishes That Deserve A Comeback

    Autumn is the time for cozy, classic meals, and vintage cookbooks offer a wealth of forgotten fall dishes that are perfect for when the nights draw in.

    By Haille Griswold 3 months ago Read More
  • Exterior shot of Delmonico's during the day

    We Visited The Old-School NYC Steakhouse Frequented By Marilyn Monroe And JFK

    Pull up a chair as we dive into the rich and supremely delicious history of one America's most storied dining institutions, New York City's Delmonico's.

    By Michael Palan 3 months ago Read More
  • Warren Buffett in a grey suit and red tie seated in a leather chair

    The Story Behind Warren Buffett's Favorite Candy Is More Than Just An Investment

    When Warren Buffett invested in this candy company in the 1970s, it took some convincing at first. However, he would later view the brand as a dream business.

    By A.J. Forget 3 months ago Read More
  • Men line up for free soup, coffee, and doughnuts during Great Depression.

    This Humble Food Institution Got Many Americans Through The Great Depression

    Serving up the comforting flavors of home for affordable prices, this dining institution has remained a staple of American restaurant culture to this day.

    By Brandy Hadden 3 months ago Read More
  • packages of Wonder Ball, Soda-Licious, and Dweebs candies

    13 Retired '90s Candies We're Nostalgic For

    Ready to take a sweet trip down memory lane? From String Thing to Bubble Beeper, when it comes to '90s nostalgia, these discontinued candies pack a punch.

    By Katie Mach 3 months ago Read More
  • Two layered Jell-o parfaits with whipped cream

    This Unusual Jell-O Snack From The '70s Was Layered With Texture

    The glory days of Jell-O snacks and eye-catching dishes didn't fade away in the 70s. It was simply reinvented to better suit those making the sweet treat.

    By Whitney Bard 3 months ago Read More
  • a person holding two handfuls of rice

    Which Country Eats The Most Rice?

    Rice is a staple grain throughout much of the world, but in this Southeastern Asian nation it's much more than that. Here's where they eat the most.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • A fresh iceberg lettuce on a chopping board

    Iceberg Lettuce Was Once The Star Of America's Fanciest Salads

    One thing that we won't tolerate is any slander towards iceberg lettuce. A fallen star, iceberg was once available only to the wealthy and those with taste.

    By Eibhlis Gale-Coleman 3 months ago Read More
  • Mirrored image of glass of coke next to bowl of cherries

    7 Discontinued Coca-Cola Flavors We Need Back

    Coca-Cola has never been afraid to experiment with flavors that end up getting discontinued, but some of these were good enough to warrant a second chance.

    By Charlotte Pointing 3 months ago Read More
  • Two plates of spaghetti with tomato sauce

    This Pizza Chain Used To Have A Big Bucket Of Spaghetti On Its Menu

    While pizza and spaghetti often go together, when it comes to standard pizza delivery fare, there's one chain that got rid of the pasta on the menu.

    By A.J. Forget 3 months ago Read More
  • Interior of 1960s classic American diner in red

    15 Old-School Diner Foods That You Don't See On Menus Anymore

    Come with us on a trip down foodie memory lane as we take a closer look at some of the old-school diner meals you just don't see on menus anymore.

    By Charlotte Pointing 3 months ago Read More
  • Pop-Tarts arranged on black textured surface

    9 Discontinued Pop-Tarts Flavors That Deserve A Second Chance

    You might not think of Pop-Tarts as adventurous, but the brand has tried tons of things since popping on the scene in '64. These flavors deserve a come back.

    By Samantha Maxwell 3 months ago Read More
  • Howard Taft gesticulating and speaking

    This Now-Illegal Soup Was Once Coveted By President Howard Taft

    Back at the turn of the last century, U.S. President Taft was known for his enjoyment of one dish that you can no longer get today.

    By A.J. Forget 3 months ago Read More
  • Wendy's storefront signage

    The Internet Agrees — Wendy's Was Superior When It Was Yellow

    Back in the '90s, Wendy's was well known for its yellow decor and low prices. After all these years, fans still want that back.

    By Daraisha Cosby 3 months ago Read More
  • Three East African dishes

    18 East African Dishes You Need To Try At Least Once

    East African cuisine combines rich flavors and textures with a diverse range of ingredients and global influences to create strikingly unique dishes.

    By Caroline DiNicola 3 months ago Read More
  • Picture of two kids on the floor eating snacks and watching TV.

    18 Discontinued Snacks That '90s Kids Are Still Mourning

    Some say the '90s were the golden age of kids' snacks. That might sound like an exaggeration, but countless former kids still mourn those ancient foods.

    By Hannah Paperno 3 months ago Read More
  • ICEE slushies and popsicles

    This Fast Food Chain Is The Rumored Inventor Of The Beloved ICEE Drink

    You may associate Icees with convenience stores, but it was actually the owner of this fast food chain that invented the cold, slushy treat.

    By Persy House 3 months ago Read More
  • Pile of Oreos on blue background

    Whatever Happened To Oreo Big Stuf Cookies?

    Big Stuf Oreos were introduced in 1987 and meant to appeal to people who really, really liked Oreos. But whatever happened to the oversized cookie?

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay looks at a camera

    Why Gordon Ramsay Won't Eat Frozen Food (Despite Having A Line Of His Own)

    Gordon Ramsay is best known for his clear and direct opinions on food, and that extends to frozen foods as well. Despite his own frozen line, he won't eat them.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • Storefront of Culver's with the signature blue-and-white logo

    Why You'll Never Get To Order Fried Chicken From Culver's Again

    Once upon a time, Culver's offered a fried chicken dinner option that fans salivated over, but suddenly it was gone. Here's what happened.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 3 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child smiling

    Julia Child's Last Meal Was One Of Her Favorite Foods, A Classic French Dish

    Even at the end of her life, celebrated chef Julia Child was eating some incredible food. This beloved favorite of many served as her final meal.

    By Kat Lieu 3 months ago Read More
  • Individually wrapped Bazooka bubble gum

    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.

    By Neala Broderick 3 months ago Read More
  • José Andrés smiling for photo at event

    Why José Andrés' Paella Might Look Different Than What You're Used To

    José Andrés is an undisputed source on anything related to Spanish cuisine -- and paella is made with this ingredient isn't true paella at all.

    By Allie Sivak 3 months ago Read More
  • Uncooked chicken with ingredients for cooking

    The 1960s Chicken Tariff You May Have Forgotten About

    With tariffs being in the news quite often these days, there is one other chicken-related tariff incident that is worth looking back on.

    By Kerry Hayes 3 months ago Read More
  • Tops of vintage blue bottles

    The Vintage Bottle That's Worth A Fortune Today

    It's surprising how much something as simple as a glass bottle can fetch at auction if it happens to be of the rare, vintage variety, like this one.

    By Persy House 3 months ago Read More
  • Mural of Albert Okura, founder of Juan Pollo, on the side of the road

    The SoCal Fast-Food Founder Who Cooked 2 Million Chickens, Bought A Town, And Opened A McDonald's Museum

    Some fast food legends simply cannot be contained to one brand, and that was certainly true of one man who had ties to McDonald's, Burger King, and Juan Pollo.

    By Gene Gerrard 3 months ago Read More
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