The Food Craze Gen X Grew Up With Is Still Hanging Around
There's a food trend that began in the 1970s and is still popular today. Gen X likely remembers the brand that first showed us how to make meals in mugs.
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If You Ate This Pink Cereal As A Child, You're Probably A Gen Xer
Gen Xers are the only ones who might remember this short-lived cereal based on a pink cartoon cat. It only spent one year on grocery store shelves.
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10 1990s Fast Food Items That We're Glad Didn't Last
In an attempt to create new and innovative menu items to keep up with the fast food craze of the '90s, there were a few that really missed the mark.
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7 US Presidents With The Most Bizarre Eating Habits
Plenty of U.S. presidents were known to have certain quirks, and the following presidents made some unusual choices when it came to food and drink.
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This Boston Neighborhood Has Some Of The Most Traditional Italian Food In The Country
If you want to eat authentic Italian food, but don't want to pay to go to Italy, then head to Boston, which has one of the best Little Italy areas around.
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9 Iconic Regional Steaks Worth Trying At Least Once
There are tons of unique, regional steak dishes and cuts around the country. If you're planning a meaty road trip, here are the ones worth stopping for.
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The Iconic Las Vegas Casino That Once Served 50 Cent Shrimp Cocktail
The idea of shrimp cocktails selling for less than a dollar these days sounds outlandish. However, a Las Vegas casino once sold millions of them for 50 cents.
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14 Food Brands And Chains That Have Faced The Biggest Boycotts In US History
From Coors and Chobani to Wendy's and Bud Light, see which food brands faced the biggest boycotts in U.S. history and why consumers took a stand.
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This Once-Popular Grocery Chain Was Booming In The '50s But Didn't Make It To The 2000s
Grocery giants seem impossible to topple but their success is a lot more volatile than it seems. This chain was popular for decades, but ultimately didn't last.
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The Old-School Pittsburgh Spot Serving Giant Fried Fish Sandwiches For Over 150 Years
If you're craving a hefty slice of fried fish in Pittsburgh, there's only one place you need to go — and this has been the case for a long, long time.
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What The Discovery Of 4,000-Year-Old Noodles In China Taught Us About The World-Famous Food
The origin story of noodles is tricky to trace. But a discovery in China provides particularly interesting insight as to when and how they were first prepared.
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The Street Food City Exhibit Showcases New York's Historic Curbside Dining Culture
From oysters to roasted nuts, New York City has a long history of curbside dining -- and starting December 6, this exhibit in Dumbo is celebrating all of it.
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The 1940s Cake Accident That Ultimately Became A San Francisco Legend
Some of the best foods come from culinary mishaps, and this dessert is one of them. Its depth of flavor and texture was beloved in the late 20th century.
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The Most Popular Desserts In The US Through The Decades
America's preference in desserts has evolved over the years, as evidenced by the different sweet treats that ruled the market each decade from the 1900s onward.
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10 Snacks Boomers Remember Eating After School
Today's kids have no shortage of after-school snacks, from potato chips to yogurt. But what about Boomers in their youth? Here's what they ate after school.
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This Forgotten Omelet Filling Was All The Rage 100 Years Ago
You may find this unexpected old-school omelet filling hard to get your head around, but once you do, there are limitless possibilities and pairings that work.
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The Vintage Cake From The '60s That Deserves A Big Resurgence
This delicious fruit-and-nut filled layer cake has roots in the tropics and makes the perfect celebration cake that's way more fun than a plain-old sponge.
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10 Old-School Boomer Cooking Habits That Baffle Younger Generations
Baby Boomer kitchen habits can surprise younger cooks, from ultra-processed ingredients to old-school food safety. Explore the history behind these choices.
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Here's What Tin Roof Ice Cream Actually Is — And What It Should Taste Like
Tin Roof ice cream is a pretty specific sundae made popular in Nebraska. There are many different versions, but the original stands out as the best.
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Why This Vintage 1970s Dessert Never Came Back In Style
Tastes and preferences change over time. American cuisine from the 1970s can feel almost alien these days, including this very sweet dessert.
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The Pre-'90s Version Of This Old-School Snack Needs To Return, According To Fans
This foil-wrapped snack cake was once a staple of lunch boxes. Fans claim that the flavor's never been the same since the packing was changed.
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The Vintage Seattle Coffee Brand That Didn't Make It Past The 1970s
Before the meteoric rise of Starbucks, Seattle had some other famous coffee brands. Unfortunately, not all of them survived through the decades.
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The 2025 World Food Photography Awards Exhibit Stars Street Vendors Around The Globe
Grabbing a bite while walking around is a pleasure that can be had all around the world. This exhibit shows how beautiful street food culture is.
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The Old-School World War II Trick That Doubles Your Butter
With rations affecting so many essentials, homemakers got creative in an effort to make their butter last. This trick needs only one canned ingredient.
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These Depression-Era Meals Are Popular Again With Budget-Conscious Cooks
It's been almost a century since the Great Depression, and these meals are making a comeback of sorts, thanks in no small part to their inexpensive ingredients.
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This Hershey's Drink From The '90s Unlocks All The Childhood Nostalgia
Although the drink has been discontinued for some time, this Hershey's offering is a '90s classic full of nostalgia and chocolatey goodness.
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Why Katz's Delicatessen Pastrami Takes Nearly A Month To Make
There is a good reason why NYC's Katz's deli has stood the test of time, and it's because it spends a very long time preparing the meats to make them perfect.
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