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  • Crunchy tacos and nachos from Taco Bell

    A Look Back At The '70s Taco Bell Menu

    In the 1970s, the Taco Bell menu looked a bit different, full of specialty items and discontinued classics we haven't seen in years.

    By Ian Fortey 1 day ago Read More
  • Julia Child pictured sitting in her home kitchen at a table full of ingredients

    At 49, Julia Child Launched A Life-Changing Cookbook That Still Shapes Kitchens Today

    So much of what modern Americans take for granted in regards to cuisine was introduced to us by Julia Child in the early 1960s.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 2 days ago Read More
  • display of Kool Aid bursts

    15 Old-School Drinks That Used To Be In Everyone's Lunchboxes

    Nothing beat cracking open a fresh juice box in the school cafeteria. We look back at the classics that made their way into every lunch box.

    By Michelle Welsch 2 days ago Read More
  • Soda in a glass on a gray table

    The 2-Ingredient Chocolate Soda Fountain Drink That Deserves A Comeback

    While soda fountains may be mostly a thing of the past, their delicious flavors live on. Here's one tasty drink you'll want to try out for yourself at home.

    By Rebecca Treon 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman shopping for frozen food.

    12 Forgotten Frozen Foods So Odd They Feel Like A Fever Dream

    These 12 forgotten frozen foods are as weird as they are nostalgic and proof that freezer aisles were once far more adventurous than they are today.

    By Rosie Govin 2 days ago Read More
  • A wrapped Burger King Whopper in front of a Burger King drink, fries, and bag

    2026 Vs 1957: How The Burger King Whopper Has Changed

    Though many years have gone by since its conception, Burger King's Whooper hasn't actually changed that much over the years.

    By Ian Fortey 2 days ago Read More
  • Classic fast food cheeseburger on brown surface

    7 Discontinued Fast Food Cheeseburgers Fans Still Miss

    Fast food menus come and go, but sometimes its hard to forget menu items that we've loved in the past. These cheeseburgers are mourned and missed.

    By Samantha Maxwell 3 days ago Read More
  • roast beef sandwich

    This 1970s Fast Food Chain Was Famous For Its Fresh Roast Beef And Giant Buckaroo Cheeseburger

    Back in the '70s there were a few great fast-food places that sadly no longer exist, and folks in Northern Ohio love to reminisce about this cowboy themed one.

    By Tracy Doucette 3 days ago Read More
  • Old picture of cowboys on horses

    This Classic Mexican Dish Was A Cowboy Staple In The American West

    The Old American West full of dishes made on the go that would nourish the body for a hard day's work, and one Mexican staple was chief among them.

    By Julia Holland 3 days ago Read More
  • Hand reaching for fries from a Mcdonald's Food Tray

    The Biggest Scandals In McDonald's History

    McDonald's has had its fair share of controversy over the years. Here are some of the biggest and most well-known scandals it has had to deal with.

    By Charlotte Pointing 4 days ago Read More
  • red and white paper KFC bucket on a tray

    The Real Reason KFC Stopped Using The Name Kentucky Fried Chicken

    Back in 1991, the restaurant chain known as Kentucky Fried Chicken decided that it was time to rebrand as KFC. Here are some of the likely reasons why.

    By A.J. Forget 4 days ago Read More
  • A person holding fried chicken

    The Major Fast Food Chicken Scandal We're Still Not Over Years Later

    What a major chicken controversy revealed about supply chains, industry practices, and animal welfare regulations and its lasting impact on fast food.

    By Julia Holland 4 days ago Read More
  • Chocolate milk in cup with black and white straw next to it

    This Beloved Chocolate Soda Brand From The '20s Is Actually Still Around — Here's Where It's Hiding

    This beloved chocolate soda from the 1920s is still quietly around today, though you may need to know exactly where to look to find it for sale.

    By Luna Regina 4 days ago Read More
  • campbell's tomato soup cans piled on top of each other

    This Canned Campbell's Product From The '50s Would Have People Cringing With Disgust Today

    Today, there's Campbell's soup flavor you'll find confined to the history books.

    By Vanessa Barron 5 days ago Read More
  • Rows of Hostess snack cakes including coffee cakes, cupcakes, Ding Dongs, Baby Bundts, Twinkies, and orange cupcakes in a supermarket display

    8 Discontinued Hostess Snacks We'll Probably Never Eat Again

    From green-filled Twinkies to Turtle Pies, Hostess has quietly retired plenty of memorable snacks over the years. Some fans are still hoping for a comeback.

    By Lee D'Amato 5 days ago Read More
  • person pouring beer from can into glass

    The Detroit Beer Brand That Failed After Buying Schlitz In 1982

    This popular Detroit beer brand struggled after acquiring Schlitz in 1982, a move that marked a major turning point in its ultimate downfall.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 6 days ago Read More
  • bowls of grains

    Barley Or Rice: What Budweiser Uses To Brew Beer

    You may think you know what's in one of the United States' popular brands of beer, but we think you'll be surprised once you read what we found out.

    By Rebecca Treon 7 days ago Read More
  • Plate of meatloaf, green beans, and mashed potatoes with a fork

    12 Popular Boomer-Era Foods That Have Earned Respect From Younger Generations

    Boomers were known for their love of a lot of interesting foods, but there are some that are still making rounds with younger generations.

    By Sara Klimek 8 days ago Read More
  • A jar of Jif peanut butter next to a peanut butter and jelly sandwich

    Jif Peanut Butter Once Had A Much Different Name. This Is Why It Changed

    Jif is one of the most popular peanut butter brands. Before it was called Jif, the brand used to go by a different name until it was bought out in the 1950s.

    By Katie Leigh Matthews 8 days ago Read More
  • Strawberries in crate

    Your Common, Everyday Strawberries Aren't As Simple As They Seem

    We've come to look at modern strawberries as an ordinary thing, but everything from their appearance to their size has been especially bred from past varieties.

    By Matthew Spina 8 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a piña colada

    This Classic 1954 Piña Colada Ratio Is The Only One You'll Ever Need Again

    Over 70 years after the piña colada was invented, discerning imbibers are still staying true to the honed recipe (if it ain't broke, don't fix it).

    By Autumn Swiers 8 days ago Read More
  • A Burger King Whopper, fries, and nuggets, sitting on a table with a Burger King bag

    The Major Baking Company That Owned Burger King From 1967 To 1988

    Burger King has seen many changes over the decades, but you might be surprised to learn which baking company owned the chain at one point.

    By Ian Fortey 8 days ago Read More
  • An array of double-stacked boxes of Pop-Tarts of various flavors on a shelf, with prices displayed below

    Only One Of The Original Pop-Tart Flavors No Longer Exists

    The four original Pop-Tart flavors were a breakfast game-changer when they were introduced in the 1960s. Today, only one of those flavors no longer exists.

    By Sean Bell 8 days ago Read More
  • Springfield cashew chicken close up

    Where To Stop For The Original Missouri-Famous Cashew Chicken That Might Have Been A First Of Its Kind

    According to locals, cashew chicken from Missouri is special. The original recipe has been passed down a generation and you can still get it at this diner.

    By Michelle Welsch 9 days ago Read More
  • someone picking out meat at grocery store

    The US Imports Most Of Its Foreign Meat From This Country (Not Mexico Or Australia)

    The United States imports more foreign meat from one surprising country than Mexico or Australia, including beef, fish, and even chicken products.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 9 days ago Read More
  • cheesy pasta casserole in oven

    The Creamy Vintage Pasta Bake Dish That Deserves A Big Revival

    Travel back in time with this tasty-sounding retro pasta dish that has a star-studded Hollywood history and comes together with sour cream, noodles, and cheese.

    By Rebecca Treon 9 days ago Read More
  • Mountain Dew can

    The Old-School Mountain Dew Can Designs Everyone Seems To Love

    Everyone knows Mountain Dew for it's electric color and zingy taste, but some seem to think more back towards their childhood when reminiscing on the brand.

    By Autumn Swiers 9 days ago Read More
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