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  • various cans and bottles of previously introduced Mountain Dew flavors

    22 Discontinued Mountain Dew Flavors You Might Never See Again

    Mountain Dew may be enormously popular, but not every flavor from the brand has lasted. Here are 22 discontinued Mountain Dew flavors you might never see again.

    By Will Godfrey 7 months ago Read More
  • Lucille Ball with red lipstick and pearl earrings

    Lucille Ball's Vintage Salad Dressing Recipe Included This Sweet And Tangy Ingredient

    Before we knew her as Lucy Ricardo in 'I Love Lucy,' Ball contributed a salad dressing to a 1938 book called 'Famous Stars Favorite Foods.'

    By Rosie Govin 7 months ago Read More
  • Discontinued Taco Bell menu items on blue background

    9 Discontinued Taco Bell Items We Don't Miss At All

    Have you ever wondered why some Taco Bell menu items disappeared? Some have been a longtime offering for decades, while others have only made a brief stint.

    By Samantha Maxwell 7 months ago Read More
  • White House china on dining table

    Do Presidents Really Have Poison Tasters? Here's What We Know About White House Food Safety

    In earlier civilizations, a poison taster would ensure the monarch's food wasn't deadly. Are similar precautions taken at the White House?

    By Neala Broderick 7 months ago Read More
  • Two grilled cheese sandwich halves resting on butcher paper

    The Murky History Behind The Classic Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    We trace the somewhat convoluted history of what we now know as a classic grilled cheese sandwich, and find it goes all the way back to the ancient Romans.

    By J. Henley 7 months ago Read More
  • Discontinued menu items from McDonald's including Hula Burger, McSpaghetti, Onion Nuggets, and McStuffins

    14 Discontinued McDonald's Menu Items We Don't Miss At All

    The thing about fast food menu items is that they can be discontinued, like these McDonald's offerings. But, they may have been axed for good reason.

    By Megan Hageman 7 months ago Read More
  • Wendy's burger, fries, and a drink on a tray

    The Hail Mary Sandwich That Helped Revive The Wendy's Brand

    Wendy's hasn't always been the consistent powerhouse it is today, and in the early 2000s, the chain was on the decline. Thankfully, one sandwich saved the day.

    By Gene Gerrard 7 months ago Read More
  • chocolate covered granola bars

    Fans Are Still Craving This Chocolate Breakfast Bar That Vanished Decades Ago

    For foodies who grew up in the 1970s with these breakfast bars, nothing else in 2025 hits quite the same. Here's what bar we're talking about.

    By Autumn Swiers 7 months ago Read More
  • Pile of oatmeal raisin cookies

    The Scottish Origins Of The Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

    While they don't get the universal love that is bestowed upon the chocolate chip, oatmeal raising cookies have been enjoyed for over a century.

    By Neala Broderick 7 months ago Read More
  • person holding up a street hot dog

    The Oldest Hot Dog Stand In America Traces Back To This City

    Few things are more American than a roadside hot dog stand. This stand has been open since World War I, so you know they're doing something right.

    By Courtney Iseman 7 months ago Read More
  • Two containers of Pringles and two bags of Lay's chips on a brown background

    14 Potato Chip Flavors That No One Remembers Anymore

    Move over, salt and vinegar: These unique potato chip flavors were here in an instant, gone in a flash. Now, few folks can even still remember them.

    By DB Kelly 7 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate chip cookies on cooling rack

    Why Chocolate Chip Was Chosen As Massachusetts' Official Cookie

    Here's the story of how chocolate chip cookies had their humble origins in Massachusetts and, many years later, became the state's official cookie.

    By Nathan Legare 7 months ago Read More
  • Wendy's food items from 4 for $4 deal

    How Wendy's 4 For $4 Changed Fast Food

    Wendy's changed the game in 2015 with the introduction of the 4 for $4 deal. 10 years later, its effects are still felt throughout the fast food landscape.

    By Autumn Swiers 7 months ago Read More
  • Buckets of candies with scoops

    What Was The First Haribo Candy?

    Haribo continues to be known for its classic Goldbears, which are actually modeled after the company's first candy.

    By Martha Brennan 7 months ago Read More
  • Plate of poor man's cookies alongside a glass of milk

    Depression-Era Creativity Lives On In 'Poor Man's Cookies'

    Looking to make some sweet treats on a budget? Try this Depression-era classic that has fallen back into style due to high grocery prices.

    By Deb Kavis 7 months ago Read More
  • Swoops, Fruit Roll-Ups, Skittles, Pop-Tarts, and Yogos against a bright purple background

    13 Discontinued Snacks We're Glad Are Gone Forever

    Let's take a look at the most infamous moments in processed-food history to uncover some of the worst snacks that aren't likely to make a comeback anytime soon.

    By Hunter Wren Miele 7 months ago Read More
  • Cajun seasoning with spoon

    The 18th-Century Origin Of Cajun Seasoning And Who Invented It

    Cajun seasoning has long become a ubiquitous and versatile part of cooking. Here's the story of how the seasoning originated and who came up with it.

    By Elizabeth Okosun 7 months ago Read More
  • Julie Andrews smiling at an NBC press event

    The Simple Sandwich Julie Andrews Loves Involves An Unexpected Boiled Ingredient

    If you were ever curious about some of Julie Andrews' favorite things, this highly praised sandwich is one of her go-tos.

    By Michelle Welsch 7 months ago Read More
  • Pound cake beside coffee cake

    Pound Cake Vs Coffee Cake: The Difference Between These Baked Goods

    Both pound cake and coffee cake are delicious baked treats. Beyond that, the two share a few similarities, but even more differences.

    By Autumn Swiers 7 months ago Read More
  • Exterior of Marie Callender's location

    How Many Marie Callender's Restaurant Locations Are Still Open?

    Whatever happened to Marie Callender's? Well, there are a few locations still open, but only if you live on one side of the country.

    By Courtney Iseman 7 months ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra serving spaghetti

    What Was Frank Sinatra's Favorite Salad?

    Before he dove into fusilli with garlic and anchovies or veal Milanese, not to be confused with wiener schnitzel, Frank Sinatra was known to start with a salad.

    By Holly Tishfield 7 months ago Read More
  • Collage of various classic American cakes, overlaid onto American flag background

    12 Classic Cakes That Were Actually Invented In The US

    While there are plenty of sweets in existence, we wanted to dive into the world of cakes created in the U.S. Your favorite might be on the list.

    By Catherine Brookes 7 months ago Read More
  • table of meat, cheese, and glasses of wine

    Merenda: The Afternoon Snack Tradition Italians Have Enjoyed For Centuries

    Here's what you need to know about the tradition of la merenda, an afternoon snack that has been enjoyed in Italy shortly before dinnertime.

    By Holly Tishfield 8 months ago Read More
  • Glass of horchata with cinnamon sticks

    The First Horchata Drink Was Made In This Country (No, It Wasn't Spain)

    Horchata has been around for much longer than you probably realized. It was first made centuries ago in a very unexpected location.

    By Courtney Iseman 8 months ago Read More
  • A slice of pizza being removed from a box

    The Country That Eats The Most Pizza Isn't Italy Or The US

    Have you ever wondered which country consumes the most pizza? Strangely, it's not the United States or Italy, but rather another European nation.

    By Matthew Spina 8 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of butter and coffee in a mug

    How Bulletproof Coffee Got Its Peculiar Name

    You've probably heard of keto-friendly, high-fat bulletproof butter coffee. But where did the drink's unusual name come from? Here's the history, explained.

    By Autumn Swiers 8 months ago Read More
  • Stacks of Girl Scouts Cookies lined up against a blue background

    The Little-Known History Behind The First Real Girl Scout Cookie

    Contrary to popular belief, Trefoils are not the original Girl Scout Cookie. In fact, the first recipe was a homemade gem that's been long forgotten.

    By Martha Brennan 8 months ago Read More
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