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  • cinnamon rolls

    This European Country Is Said To Have Invented The Cinnamon Roll

    Ever wonder how the cinnamon roll came to be? Far from an American invention, the birthplace of the buns is supposedly this northern European country.

    By Matthew Spina 25 days ago Read More
  • Russet apples on a tree

    The US President Who Grew The First American Apple Variety In His Orchard

    Presidents have hobbies, too. For one former U.S. president, gardening was such a passion that he began cultivating one of the first native apple varieties.

    By Jen Peng 25 days ago Read More
  • polish buffet table in restaurant

    This 52-Year-Old Polish Buffet Near Chicago Is Renowned As The Oldest Of Its Kind

    If you're looking to fill up on pierogies, potato pancakes, and other Polish classics, you'll find them at a buffet about 15 miles away from the Windy City.

    By Autumn Swiers 25 days ago Read More
  • person using vending machine to place order

    The First-Ever Vending Machine Was Created In This Ancient Country

    While the first ever vending machine looked very different from today's soda and snack dispensers, the basic principle was pretty much the same as it is now.

    By Ian Fortey 25 days ago Read More
  • Cindy Crawford drinking pepsi at the Halfway House Cafe

    The Historical California Roadside Cafe Where Cindy Crawford's Iconic Pepsi Commercial Was Filmed

    The Santa Clarita Valley is a popular place for filming, given its Old West vibe. In fact, it contains a cafe where a famous 1992 Pepsi commercial was filmed.

    By Deb Kavis 26 days ago Read More
  • Marcella Hazan pictured with 2 of her cook books

    Why Marcella Hazan Regretted Introducing Americans To Balsamic Vinegar

    Marcella Hazan is widely credited with introducing many Italian ingredients to America, but she had strong feelings about the way we all use balsamic vinegar.

    By Matthew Spina 26 days ago Read More
  • Assorted fast food sandwiches, fries, and sauces on yellow table

    15 Discontinued Chicken Items From Fast Food Chains We Want Back

    Chicken is a beloved food in many fast food restaurants, but we wanted to take a walk down memory lane to look at discontinued items that we hope to see again.

    By Katie Mach 26 days ago Read More
  • Gus's world famous fried chicken

    Our All-Time Favorite Fried Chicken Chain Hails From The South (Where Else?)

    Fried chicken is just better in the South, and one Southern fast food chain reigns supreme as the best of the bunch nationwide.

    By Wendy Leigh 26 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's sandwiches and fries

    The Iconic McDonald's Sandwich From The '80s We Completely Forgot About

    '80s McDonald's just hits differently than the rest, and there's one classic sandwich offering in particular that you've likely forgotten all about.

    By Deb Kavis 26 days ago Read More
  • Slice of chocolate cake on plate

    The Chocolate Cake More Famous Than The 139-Year-Old Hotel That Created It

    While chocolate cake isn't the hardest dessert to make, very few compare to the timelessness of this Texas institution's take on the beloved classic.

    By Ian Fortey 26 days ago Read More
  • Black and white photo of JFK smiling with a microphone in from of him

    JFK's Daily Go-To Breakfast Was Classic And Well-Rounded

    If you've ever wondered what John F. Kennedy had for breakfast, it was as simple as any American president would ask for.

    By A.J. Forget 26 days ago Read More
  • selection of pastry items with person picking out one

    The Nostalgic Pastry Snack From The '60s That's Been Left In The Dust For Far Too Long

    There are plenty of old-fashioned snacks that have been long forgotten since the 1960s, but only this Kellogg's offering is one we still miss.

    By Holly Tishfield 26 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of lentil soup with a sprig of parsley sits on a white plate along with two pieces of multigrain toast.

    This Comfort Soup Was Deemed Cheap In The '70s (But Is Considered Luxe Now)

    There's one five-star comfort soup that's packed with nutrients and is now used to elevate a meal, but it wasn't always held in such high regard.

    By Rosie Govin 27 days ago Read More
  • Open Can of SPAM and seven unopened cans of SPAM

    The Spam Recipe People Loved In The '50s But Rarely Eat Anymore

    Spam used to be quite commonplace in American homes after World War II, but one particular Spam-centric dish has been forgotten for decades.

    By Whitney Bard 27 days ago Read More
  • fresh cherries in boxes

    The Cherry Dessert That'll Make You Feel Like Grandma's In The Kitchen

    There's nothing better than nostalgic desserts. The smell and taste immediately take you back in time. This comforting cherry dish is a prime example.

    By Kashmir Brummel 27 days ago Read More
  • A Thanksgiving table loaded with turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, roasted carrots, pumpkin pie, and more

    Forget Green Beans, This Veggie Used To Be A Staple On Thanksgiving Tables For Decades

    While it's not as popular as it once was, this tall and stalk-y vegetable used to be the "it" item on every Thanksgiving menu across the country.

    By Holly Tishfield 28 days ago Read More
  • different cans of pringles all stacked and crammed together

    10 Discontinued Pringles Chip Flavors We Would Bring Back In A Heartbeat

    Pringles is widely know to produce an array of limited-time flavors. Sometimes, they produce a new taste that we wish could stay around for a little longer.

    By Charlotte Pointing 28 days ago Read More
  • Ronald McDonald with basketball

    The McDonald's Burger That Celebrated An NBA Legend (And Vanished Too Soon)

    While it's no longer on menus, this McDonald's burger was a hit among sports fans and foodies alike — so much so that it just can't be forgotten.

    By Autumn Swiers 28 days ago Read More
  • Ice cream-topped chocolate cherry dump cake on plate with spoon

    10 Old-School Comfort Foods Gen Xers Grew Up On (And Still Make Today)

    There are so many food trends now that it can be hard to keep up, but Gen Xers still reach for the comforting and nostalgic meals of their childhood.

    By Catherine Brookes 29 days ago Read More
  • Chicago deep-dish style pizza in a pan

    This Pizza Shop Repeatedly Ranks As The Best In All Of Chicago

    If you want to try a truly remarkable Chicago-based pizzeria, give this small but mighty impressive chain a try the next time you're in the Windy City.

    By Matthew Spina 30 days ago Read More
  • Bowl of popcorn and scattered pieces on table

    The Vintage Popcorn Cooking Method That Made A Huge Comeback

    Gen Z is getting old school with everything from cassette tapes to Polaroid cameras, which means this vintage popcorn cooking method is also making a comeback.

    By Courtney Iseman 30 days ago Read More
  • selection of Little Debbie snacks with fruits and nuts

    The Discontinued Little Debbie Cake Snack We Want To Return To The Permanent Lineup

    Everyone knows Little Debbie; if not for her red hair and rosy cheeks, for her line of store-bought desserts -- one of which fans are desperate she bring back.

    By Deb Kavis 1 month ago Read More
  • A plate of hash brown potatoes, fried eggs, sausages, toast, with marmalade in the background

    What Actually Is A Traditional Country Breakfast?

    The traditional country breakfast is quintessentially American -- but what makes it unique to any other breakfast plate, and where did it come from?

    By Ian Fortey 1 month ago Read More
  • root beer in mug

    This Defunct Restaurant Was Owned By A Major Hotel Chain But Started As A Humble Root Beer Stand

    Back in the 1920s, nobody could've pictured that this humble, road-side root beer stand would become the a global hotel empire it is today.

    By Eibhlis Gale-Coleman 1 month ago Read More
  • exterior of the Winkler Bakery

    Over 200 Years And Counting: This North Carolina Bakery Is The Oldest Continually Operating One In The US

    There's a skinny Moravian spiced cookie that's available at this extremely longstanding North Carolina bakery that's worth seeking out on a visit or online.

    By Michelle Welsch 1 month ago Read More
  • A plate of deep-fried pork rinds with sauce, viewed from above

    7 Southern Snacks The Rest Of The Country Doesn't Know About

    Everyone has their favorite snacks, including Southerners. Here are some delicious bites worth taking a road trip to the American South for.

    By Mark Gurarie 1 month ago Read More
  • A retro diner booth with two plates and condimetns next to them

    10 Old-School Condiments You Don't See Much Anymore

    Ketchup and mustard may be today's go-to condiments, but that was not always the case. Here are some of the old-school condiments you may have forgotten about.

    By Mary Fawzy 1 month ago Read More
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