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  • 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 4 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 months ago Read More
  • Collage of Lord Woolton pie, pizza, and Spam, against World War II photo in the background

    9 Foods People Ate During World War II

    Rationing had an impact on dinner tables during World War II. These are the different foods people ate to get by during wartime, from 1939 to 1945.

    By Charlotte Pointing 5 months ago Read More
  • Crossed palm trees at In-N-Out

    The Hidden Meaning Behind In-N-Out's X-Shaped Palm Trees

    Ever wonder why In-N-Out Burger has those fancy X-shaped palm trees out front? There's more than a single reason for that.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 5 months ago Read More
  • Lettuce cake bar with lemon frosting on plate

    This Vintage Cake Bar Contains A Very Unexpected Ingredient

    While it's not uncommon to infuse vegetables into baked goods, this cake bar contains a surprising key ingredient that you likely already have in your fridge.

    By Neala Broderick 5 months ago Read More
  • Hand pouring milk into bowl of round cereal with spoon.

    The Creepy, Old-School '90s Cereal No One Remembers Anymore

    Launched in 1991 on the heels of a famous film premiere, this cereal is remembered today for its spooky nuggets and somewhat controversial flavor.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 5 months ago Read More
  • Simple cake with burning candles

    The World's First Birthday Cake Dates Back To Ancient Greece

    So many of our modern customs stem from long forgotten ancient rituals. That includes birthday cakes, which carried deeper meaning in ancient Greece.

    By Kerry Hayes 5 months ago Read More
  • Deviled ham salad spread

    The Oldest Trademarked Food In The US Is This Devilish New England Spread

    Despite getting off to a rocky start thanks to its sinister name, this canned good is still around more than 150 years after making its debut.

    By Wendy Leigh 5 months ago Read More
  • can being opened with can opener

    This Vintage Canned Meat Hasn't Been On Grocery Shelves In Years

    Canned meat is definitely not as popular today as it was in the days of yore. However, these 1960s canned BBQ ribs have completely vanished from the shelves.

    By Ian Fortey 5 months ago Read More
  • someone slicing into salad with bacon, egg, and tomato

    Betty's Salad Is The Vintage Ohio Recipe Everyone Seems To Remember

    On some supermarket shelves, you can still find bottles of the iconic dressing made especially for topping Betty's Salad. You can also try making it yourself.

    By Autumn Swiers 5 months ago Read More
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