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  • open sleeve of saltine crackers

    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.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 7 months ago Read More
  • Plated Philadelphia sushi rolls with pickled ginger

    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.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 7 months ago Read More
  • Composite image with corn flakes and other foodstuffs

    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.

    By DB Kelly 7 months ago Read More
  • a grocery store pizza freezer

    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.

    By Ian Fortey 7 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Big Mac and fries

    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.

    By Autumn Swiers 7 months ago Read More
  • Buzz Aldrin of Apollo 11 walking on the lunar surface

    This Government-Funded Snack From The '60s Was Originally Made For Astronauts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.

    By Neala Broderick 7 months ago Read More
  • An array of different soup varieties

    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.

    By Whitney Bard 7 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's coffee with stirrer

    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.

    By Ian Fortey 7 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of candy corn on a table with some candy corn scattered around it

    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.

    By Courtney Iseman 7 months ago Read More
  • Mythical Kitchen's version of the Taco Bell Seafood Salad

    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.

    By Ian Fortey 7 months ago Read More
  • Salt-cured egg yolks

    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.

    By Jen Peng 7 months ago Read More
  • A large chunk of Argentine beef served with chimichurri

    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.

    By Nathan Legare 7 months ago Read More
  • hot dog with classic toppings

    Why Are Hot Dogs Called Hot Dogs? The Unique History Of This American Sausage

    Hot dogs are a distinctively American sausage with a history that dates back several centuries. Here's the story of how they got their name.

    By Gene Gerrard 7 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's and Burger King signs opposite the other

    McDonalds Vs Burger King: Which Fast Food Chain Came First?

    It seems like both McDonald's and Burger King have been around forever. Well, that's because these two were the first of their kind, but which came first?

    By Matthew Spina 7 months ago Read More
  • Plate of totchos with toppings

    Portland's Pub Scene Created Totchos And We're Forever Grateful

    Totchos were put on the map when they were created by Jim Parker at Oaks Bottom Public House nearly two decades ago.

    By Allie Sivak 7 months ago Read More
  • Frozen boxes of chicken drumsticks, Hot Pockets, chicken pot pie, and beef patties

    13 Of The Biggest Frozen Food Recalls Of All Time

    Some frozen food recalls have been massive — impacting millions of pounds and hundreds of lives. These are the ones that made history for all the wrong reasons.

    By Amy Bell 7 months ago Read More
  • Ernest Hemingway and his wife on the deck of a boat, cocktails in their hands.

    The Icy-Cold Ritual Behind Ernest Hemingway's Favorite Martini

    Ernest Hemingway enjoyed a tipple. The prolific writer has multiple cocktails either named for or inspired by him, including this martini variation.

    By Lottë Reford 7 months ago Read More
  • wendy's french fries

    How Wendy's Changed Its Fries For A Better Bite (More Than Once)

    Wendy's launched its first revamp of its fries in 2010 after complaints about its original recipe, which it had been using since 1969, being too soggy.

    By Ian Fortey 7 months ago Read More
  • gordon ramsay smiles in white chef's coat

    One Of The Worst Cooking Mistakes Gordon Ramsay Made Early In His Career

    For all his confidence and skill, Gordon Ramsay is by no means above the occasional cooking mistake.

    By Ian Fortey 7 months ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra smiling while holding a donut

    Here's Exactly How Frank Sinatra Loved His Breakfast Sandwiches

    Legendary crooner Frank Sinatra dined at many U.S. restaurants throughout his career. But when it came to his breakfast sandwiches, he had very specific tastes.

    By Rudraansh Bundela 7 months ago Read More
  • A full hamburger on a wooden plate beside another burger and veggies

    What Makes A Hamburger Different From A Sandwich? The Answer Might Depend On Where You Live

    Is there really any difference between a burger and a sandwich? Well, the answer is a bit complicated (and subject to much debate).

    By Matthew Spina 7 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding neon green beverage

    The Nostalgic Neon Green Drink That Just Won't Stay In The '90s

    When this drink first hit shelves, kids lost their minds over it. Over the years, it's disappeared on occasion, but it always comes back again.

    By Courtney Iseman 7 months ago Read More
  • Liza Minnelli smiling

    Liza Minnelli's Favorite Comfort Food Is An Unusually Boozy Baked Potato

    Few people embody stage presence like Liza Minnelli -- but beyond the stage, her palette is one most can relate to, especially when it comes to this spud.

    By Autumn Swiers 7 months ago Read More
  • A KFC crispy chicken sandwich

    The Famous Fast Food Chain That Got Its Start In A Gas Station

    It's hard to believe that one of the most well-known fast food brands in the world got its start nearly a century ago in a roadside gas station.

    By Naomi Tsvirko 7 months ago Read More
  • Black and white photo of Frank Sinatra dining with his wife and two children

    The NYC Italian Restaurant Frank Sinatra Made Famous

    Frank Sinatra is known as a singer, but the Rat Pack member's culinary tastes are just as legendary. This was his favorite Italian spot in the city.

    By Lottë Reford 7 months ago Read More
  • A black and white photo of Al Capone winking

    This Legendary Chicago Bar Frequented By Al Capone Still Serves Up Plenty Of Mob History

    If you want a bit of mob history, travel to Chicago and visit this legendary local bar that was once a favorite hang out of famous gangster Al Capone.

    By Courtney Iseman 7 months ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra posing

    The Iconic Candy Frank Sinatra Loved For Dessert

    Singers are historically picky about what they consume -- and Frank Sinatra was no different. The singer was known to dine on this candy like no other.

    By Autumn Swiers 7 months ago Read More
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