The Fascinating Story Behind The Oldest Operating Restaurant In The US
At over 350 years old, this tavern's restaurant has many a wild story attached to it, not least that of one of its notorious owners. We dive into its history.
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12 Discontinued Fast Food Burgers We're Glad We'll Never See Again
Fast food chains are always trying out fresh items to win over new customers or gain back old ones. These burgers, however, never did hit the mark.
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No, Dunkin' Didn't Invent Donut Holes. Here's Who Did.
Dunkin' may be most responsible for popularizing the bite-sized treats, but their invention pre-dates the donut chain by a number of decades.
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The Actual Reason Corned Beef Has That Distinct Pink Color
The signature pink hue of corned beef can often leave cooks wondering if the meat is cooked through or not. Here's the real source of the color.
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Joe Biden's Favorite Breakfast Is A Common Staple In Every American Home
Joe Biden's favorite foods are pretty simple with no fancy items. His breakfast choice in particular is something that many of us go to at the start of the day.
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The Death Of Wendy's Salad Bar: Why It Got Rid Of The Customer-Favorite Feature
Wendy's is known for its "fresh, never frozen" attitude toward hamburgers, but its history with the salad bar is a bit more tumultuous.
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Texas Has 2 Official Peppers — And This Small But Fierce Southwest Chile Flies Under The Radar
Looking for a new chile pepper to tackle this summer? Try one of Texas' two official state peppers — and we're not talking about jalapeños.
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The Glitzy Palm Springs Hotel Restaurant Frank Sinatra Frequented
If you want to eat like the "Chairman of the Board" himself, visit this Palm Springs-based restaurant that Frank Sinatra ate at often.
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The Massive Ground Beef Recall That Rocked Costco Back In The '90s
Like any chain, Costco has had some ups and points in its history. Some of the downs have taken the form of massive recalls, one of which involved ground beef.
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The Vintage Pizza Snack From The '70s Most Of Us Forgot About
The 1970s are becoming an increasingly distant past. Some foods people enjoyed back then, including this pizza-inspired snack, have largely faded from memory.
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The French Roots Behind Vietnam's Bánh Mì Sandwich
Packed with pleasing flavors and textures, the bánh mì sandwich was born in Vietnam. However, the popular dish also has a strong French connection.
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This Vintage Version Of A Classic Grilled Cheese Makes For The Perfect Party Snack
Considering the Depression era origins of the melty gooey goodness we now know as a grilled cheese, one vintage recipe harkens to leaner days of fanciful names.
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How Condensed Milk Helped Make Canned Food Popular In America
In the scope of human history, refrigeration hasn't been around for very long. Condensed milk was a huge step forward and is still used today.
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Vintage Coke Bottles Are Worth Way More Than You May Have Thought
If you check out vintage Coke bottles on eBay, you can find listings that range from a few dollars to quite a lot.
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5 Classic New England Candies You Can Still Buy Today
New England, once at the heart of the American Revolution, also witnessed a quieter (yet incredibly delicious) revolution in the world of candy making.
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This Old-School Saltine Salad Is As Vintage Southern As It Gets
If there's one thing the South is known for, it's taking ordinary ingredients and transforming them into renowned dishes — and this is no exception.
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The Food Fusion That Inspired The Philadelphia Sushi Roll
These days, sushi options abound. But you might be surprised to learn that the Philadelphia roll is a recent American invention born of cultural food fusion.
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The 12 Most Bizarre Food Trends Of All Time
The more things change when it comes to people and weird food trends, the more they stay the same. Here are the 12 most bizarre food trends of all time.
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The Oldest Mass-Produced Frozen Pizza Brand You Can Still Find On The Shelves Today
This company is the oldest brand still mass-produced and has come to dominate the market with not only pizzas and pizza bites, but breakfast bites and ramen.
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The McDonald's Big Mac Jingle From The Mid '70s That Still Lives In Our Heads
Even if you weren't around yet when the ad debuted, there's a good chance you know this 1970s McDonald's Big Mac jingle and its instantly memorable lyrics.
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This Government-Funded Snack From The '60s Was Originally Made For Astronauts
Did you know that the U.S. government worked with one major food brand to craft a snack for outer space explorers? This vintage snack has quite the history.
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Why This Once-Popular Soup Is Now Banned In The US
It's not every day that a once popular and cherished food becomes outlawed, but that's what happened to this soup with a rich historical background.
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The Tiny McDonald's Spoon That Stirred Up Trouble In The 1970s
The McDonald's spoon came with every coffee and was meant for stirring. It was branded on the end of the handle with the golden arches.
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This Is What Candy Corn Is Supposed To Taste Like
Candy corn is among the world's most decisive foods. Those who like it, love it. Those who don't, loathe it. Here's what the candy tastes like.
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Why Taco Bell's 1980s-Era Seafood Salad Is Unlikely To Return
Today, the internet is rife with rumors about Taco Bell's legendary seafood salad, and they offer up one of two explanations for why it vanished.
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Where Did Salt-Cured Eggs Originate From?
Salt-cured eggs are having a moment in many parts of the world. Here's a look at where they came from, where they're used, and how they're commonly made.
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How Did Argentina Become Known For Its Beef?
Argentinian beef is renowned throughout the world, but why did this particular country gain such a high status in the beef world? We delve into the reasons.
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