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  • Black and white photograph of Abraham Lincoln.

    The Chicken Dish Abraham Lincoln Enjoyed Happens To Be Perfect For Your Slow Cooker

    Abe Lincoln was famous for his lanky physique, and wasn't a big eater at all, but he did love this one tasty chicken dish, which is easy to recreate today.

    By Rosie Govin 8 days ago Read More
  • plate of nachos topped with avocado, olives, tomatoes, cheese and herbs

    Nachos Are A Classic Mexican Dish, But Created To Satisfy American Cravings

    Everyone loves this crunchy, cheesy dish that originated just south of the border. If you too love nachos, here's what you ought to know about how they began.

    By A.J. Forget 8 days ago Read More
  • Cocktail and food

    The US State With An Unusual 'Food-Beverage Ratio' Restaurants Must Follow

    Many legal relics remain in place, while the context that held their validity has fallen away. People in this state have been lobbying for years for change.

    By Deepak Narayanan 8 days ago Read More
  • pecan pies in alaska

    The Absolute Best Pie In Alaska, According To Reviews

    For the very best pies that the Last Frontier has to offer, don't sleep on this Alaskan shop that specializes in these baked goods.

    By Courtney Iseman 8 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse interior

    Texas Roadhouse's Roots Aren't In Texas: The Southern State It Calls Home

    Despite its name, Texas Roadhouse wasn't actually born in the Lone Star State. It is, however, headquartered in one Southern state.

    By Matthew Spina 8 days ago Read More
  • Close on Anthony Bourdain's face, he is wearing a black hoodie, and there is a red curtain behind

    The Risk Anthony Bourdain Says To Take In Order To Discover Culinary Magic While Traveling

    Anthony Bourdain had a lot of wisdom to impart when it came to food, and this one point he made about being a bit adventurous when traveling is worth heeding.

    By Ian Fortey 9 days ago Read More
  • Girl Scout with cookie display

    You Can Buy Girl Scout Cookie Merch All Year Long At This Historic Savannah Museum

    Girl Scout Cookie merch from this museum is a fun mix of useful and whimsical cookie-themed items, from kitchen kit and jewelry to T-shirts and key chains.

    By Angeline Stratz 9 days ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton posing with a microphone while appearing at an event in 2005

    Dolly Parton's Cheap, Feel-Good Childhood Soup Is Still Served At Her Theme Park

    This soup, which Dolly Parton ensured is served at her Dollywood theme park, has a long fabled history, and Dolly's mother added an extra layer of magic to it.

    By Dee Lopez 9 days ago Read More
  • 2 rock glasses with amber colored whiskies on a dark background

    Judges Couldn't Stop Awarding This Rare Scotch, And You Deserve To Taste Why

    It won't be cheap to source this rare and highly-awarded aged single-malt Scotch, but if you do, you'll be rewarded by its surprisingly light tasting notes.

    By Luna Regina 9 days ago Read More
  • Two half-open white kitchen drawers with black hardware

    If You Grew Up With Boomers, You Remember This Special Kitchen Drawer

    This special (and ultra cluttered) kitchen drawer is typical of most Baby Boomers' homes. The reason behind it, however, is more nuanced than you might think.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 9 days ago Read More
  • Merle Haggard wearing a hat and singing into microphone while playing guitar

    Merle Haggard Once Dropped Over $12,000 On Whiskey Shots

    It turns out that Merle Haggard was a generous man to be in bar with. In fact, he once bought so many drinks it came to a whopping 40 gallons of whiskey.

    By Courtney Iseman 9 days ago Read More
  • Steven Spielberg in suit and tie

    Steven Spielberg Didn't Plan For Reese's Pieces In E.T. — Then This Happened

    Kids and aliens alike love the sugar-coated peanut butter bites called Reese's Pieces, but another candy was supposed to star in the film E.T.

    By Autumn Swiers 9 days ago Read More
  • A sliced fluffernutter sandwich on a plate

    8 After-School Snacks Kids Always Ate In The '60s

    Snacks come, and snacks go. Back in the Swinging Sixties, these candies, chips, & drinks were the popular treats that kids couldn't get enough of after school.

    By Ayomari 10 days ago Read More
  • woman with wooden spoon tasting soup in kitchen

    RIP To These Cooking And Baking Products That Vanished From Store Shelves

    Here today, gone tomorrow. Here are some popular baking and cooking items that have been discontinued in recent years, much to the disappointment of fans.

    By Charlotte Pointing 10 days ago Read More
  • Milo's hamburgers topped with sauce and pickles

    This Alabama Burger Chain's Sauce And Sweet Tea Has Kept Fans Hooked Since WWII

    Southern classics can withstand changing times, and this chain knows that well. It's expanded over time, but its heart still lies in two popular items.

    By Holly Tishfield 10 days ago Read More
  • vintage recipe card

    The Boomer Kitchen Keepsake That's Quietly Disappearing

    Kitchen trends come and go, but some things become heirlooms over time. These items used to populate kitchens around the country, but are becoming obsolete.

    By Autumn Swiers 10 days ago Read More
  • homemade scalloped potatoes in white baking dish

    What It Actually Means To 'Scallop' A Dish

    Nobody can pass up scalloped potatoes when they see them on the menu, but what does it actually mean to "scallop" a potato — or any other food, for that matter?

    By Kashmir Brummel 10 days ago Read More
  • Plate of enchiladas and a red margarita on a table at La Fonda on Main

    San Antonio's Oldest Mexican Restaurant Is Approaching 100 Years — And Still Going Strong

    Nearly 100 years ago, one Mexican restaurant opened in San Antonio that has become a legendary Tex-Mex staple. Don't sleep on this Texas institution.

    By Martha Brennan 10 days ago Read More
  • Traditional Japanese beef bowl

    The Oldest Chain Restaurant In The World Didn't Start In The US

    Although most international food chains seem to have been started in the U.S., the world's oldest restaurant chain actually began elsewhere.

    By Amanda Berrill 10 days ago Read More
  • Back view of woman watching TV with remote and popcorn in hands

    16 Classic Food Network Shows That Time Made Us Forget

    With so many shows airing over the years on Food Network, there's a good chance you forgot entirely about some of these long-cancelled series.

    By Amy Bell 11 days ago Read More
  • A white cup of steaming coffee placed on a saucer with American flag in the background

    The Coffee Orders Of 10 American Presidents

    Drinking coffee was a political statement for some presidents, while others just enjoyed its flavor. Regardless, they all had a favorite way to drink coffee.

    By Charlotte Pointing 11 days ago Read More
  • smiling JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy

    This Iconic Tribeca Restaurant Was A Favorite Of JFK Jr. And Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy

    Today, Nobu is an internationally known name, synonymous with high-end Peruvian-Japanese cuisine and celebrities alike — including the Kennedys.

    By Michelle Welsch 11 days ago Read More
  • Wendy's hot and crispy french fries on a table

    Wendy's Fries Used To Be Made In A More Flavorful Way

    Long before Wendy's modern aspirations for "natural cut" or "hot and crispy" offerings, the fast food chain made its fries with this ingredient.

    By Whitney Bard 11 days ago Read More
  • An astronaut eating candy in outer space

    13 Foods Eaten By Astronauts In Outer Space

    With the upcoming Artemis II lunar mission, we thought it would be fun to explore some of the foods astronauts have eaten during their time in space.

    By Ayomari 12 days ago Read More
  • Barry Manilow attends 76th Annual Tony Awards

    Long Before The Hits, Barry Manilow Wrote Famous Jingles For Two Rival Fast Food Chains

    Even before he penned "Copacabana," Barry Manilow was busy writing catchy tunes — this time for two major fast food chains.

    By Whitney Bard 12 days ago Read More
  • Waffles with powdered sugar, served with syrup and two single-serve butter packs

    Waffle House Drew Inspiration From A 24/7 Diner That Sadly Didn't Make It

    Waffle House is a very popular breakfast chain with locations all over the South. The concept came from a diner chain that is no longer around.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 13 days ago Read More
  • A retro 1920s style bar scene with people drinking cocktails

    10 Prohibition-Era Speakeasies You Can Still Visit

    During Prohibition, countless speakeasies sprang up, and while many have closed, a few exist where you can experience the history without the criminality.

    By Haille Griswold 14 days ago Read More
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