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  • woman with wooden spoon tasting soup in kitchen

    RIP To These Cooking And Baking Products That Vanished From Store Shelves

    Here today, gone tomorrow. Here are some popular baking and cooking items that have been discontinued in recent years, much to the disappointment of fans.

    By Charlotte Pointing 1 month ago Read More
  • Milo's hamburgers topped with sauce and pickles

    This Alabama Burger Chain's Sauce And Sweet Tea Has Kept Fans Hooked Since WWII

    Southern classics can withstand changing times, and this chain knows that well. It's expanded over time, but its heart still lies in two popular items.

    By Holly Tishfield 1 month ago Read More
  • vintage recipe card

    The Boomer Kitchen Keepsake That's Quietly Disappearing

    Kitchen trends come and go, but some things become heirlooms over time. These items used to populate kitchens around the country, but are becoming obsolete.

    By Autumn Swiers 1 month ago Read More
  • homemade scalloped potatoes in white baking dish

    What It Actually Means To 'Scallop' A Dish

    Nobody can pass up scalloped potatoes when they see them on the menu, but what does it actually mean to "scallop" a potato — or any other food, for that matter?

    By Kashmir Brummel 1 month ago Read More
  • Plate of enchiladas and a red margarita on a table at La Fonda on Main

    San Antonio's Oldest Mexican Restaurant Is Approaching 100 Years — And Still Going Strong

    Nearly 100 years ago, one Mexican restaurant opened in San Antonio that has become a legendary Tex-Mex staple. Don't sleep on this Texas institution.

    By Martha Brennan 1 month ago Read More
  • Traditional Japanese beef bowl

    The Oldest Chain Restaurant In The World Didn't Start In The US

    Although most international food chains seem to have been started in the U.S., the world's oldest restaurant chain actually began elsewhere.

    By Amanda Berrill 1 month ago Read More
  • Back view of woman watching TV with remote and popcorn in hands

    16 Classic Food Network Shows That Time Made Us Forget

    With so many shows airing over the years on Food Network, there's a good chance you forgot entirely about some of these long-cancelled series.

    By Amy Bell 1 month ago Read More
  • A white cup of steaming coffee placed on a saucer with American flag in the background

    The Coffee Orders Of 10 American Presidents

    Drinking coffee was a political statement for some presidents, while others just enjoyed its flavor. Regardless, they all had a favorite way to drink coffee.

    By Charlotte Pointing 1 month ago Read More
  • smiling JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy

    This Iconic Tribeca Restaurant Was A Favorite Of JFK Jr. And Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy

    Today, Nobu is an internationally known name, synonymous with high-end Peruvian-Japanese cuisine and celebrities alike — including the Kennedys.

    By Michelle Welsch 1 month ago Read More
  • Wendy's hot and crispy french fries on a table

    Wendy's Fries Used To Be Made In A More Flavorful Way

    Long before Wendy's modern aspirations for "natural cut" or "hot and crispy" offerings, the fast food chain made its fries with this ingredient.

    By Whitney Bard 1 month ago Read More
  • An astronaut eating candy in outer space

    13 Foods Eaten By Astronauts In Outer Space

    With the upcoming Artemis II lunar mission, we thought it would be fun to explore some of the foods astronauts have eaten during their time in space.

    By Ayomari 1 month ago Read More
  • Barry Manilow attends 76th Annual Tony Awards

    Long Before The Hits, Barry Manilow Wrote Famous Jingles For Two Rival Fast Food Chains

    Even before he penned "Copacabana," Barry Manilow was busy writing catchy tunes — this time for two major fast food chains.

    By Whitney Bard 1 month ago Read More
  • Waffles with powdered sugar, served with syrup and two single-serve butter packs

    Waffle House Drew Inspiration From A 24/7 Diner That Sadly Didn't Make It

    Waffle House is a very popular breakfast chain with locations all over the South. The concept came from a diner chain that is no longer around.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 1 month ago Read More
  • A retro 1920s style bar scene with people drinking cocktails

    10 Prohibition-Era Speakeasies You Can Still Visit

    During Prohibition, countless speakeasies sprang up, and while many have closed, a few exist where you can experience the history without the criminality.

    By Haille Griswold 1 month ago Read More
  • JFK Jr. in formal wear smiling at event

    One Of JFK Jr.'s Favorite NYC Restaurants Is Still Nearly Impossible To Book

    Want to eat where JFK Jr. once ate and rub shoulders with New York royalty? Well, tough luck — because you're never getting a reservation here.

    By Michelle Welsch 1 month ago Read More
  • a wooden bowl of chile con carne surrounded by tomatoes, limes, tortilla chips, cilantro, and chiles

    Give Your Favorite Chili Mexican Flair With Just A Few Additions

    Looking to spice up your next batch of chili? Lean into the roots of this classic dish by adding the flavors of another popular Mexican street food.

    By A.J. Forget 1 month ago Read More
  • Raising Cane's meal

    When Raising Cane's Was Short On Fry Cooks, Corporate Employees Traded Ties For Aprons To Fill In

    In some companies, everyone has to step up, regardless of their position in the hierarchy, and that's what Raising Cane's staff did during some tough times.

    By Deepak Narayanan 1 month ago Read More
  • Close-up image of a scoop of rocky road ice cream in cone against a dark brown background

    10 Popular Great Depression Foods That People Still Regularly Eat Today

    During the Great Depression, home cooks had to rely on resourcefulness and creativity, but this hardship introduced many classic dishes we still love today.

    By Catherine Brookes 1 month ago Read More
  • the exterior of Dive! from the street level

    Steven Spielberg's Forgotten LA Sandwich Shop Was Like Eating On A Movie Set

    The 1990s were a boom time for themed restaurants across America, but few were as crazy and immersive to be inside as Steven Spielberg's sandwich place.

    By Amanda Berrill 1 month ago Read More
  • David Bowie wearing a grey suit and bowtie headshot

    David Bowie's Favorite Food Was A Cheese-Topped British Comfort Dish

    David Bowie was an out-there boundary-breaking superstar, but his favorite food was a traditional homespun dish that tops the tables of many British homes.

    By Deb Kavis 1 month ago Read More
  • Soy bean scooped wooden spoon

    This Legume Isn't Just Nutritious, It's A Global Wartime Staple

    When food is rationed during wartime, people are forced to get creative with ingredients. The United States embraced this legume during World War II.

    By Luna Regina 1 month ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri holds a microphone while wearing a T-shirt reading

    Guy Fieri Once Called This Brisket Sandwich 'Hillbilly Beef Wellington'

    Guy Fieri is no stranger to ladling heaps of praise onto small business owners and restauranteurs, but his love of this sandwich is still exciting.

    By Sean Bell 1 month ago Read More
  • bottle of wine in silver ice bucket

    That Old Ice Bucket Could Be Worth A Small Fortune — Here's What To Look For

    Before you have a huge kitchen clear out, check that your old ice bucket isn't worth hundreds of dollars -- there are some types that are highly collectable.

    By Kashmir Brummel 1 month ago Read More
  • closeup of Elizabeth Taylor

    Elizabeth Taylor Loved Drinking This Liquor Alongside A Plate Of Fried Chicken

    There are a lot of good drinks to enjoy alongside a plate of crispy, hot fried chicken, but movie star and style connoisseur Liz Taylor chose this one thing.

    By Julia Holland 1 month ago Read More
  • KFC brown paper takeout bag with logo sitting on white table inside restaurant

    Why KFC Discontinued These Saucy Ribs Fans Still Talk About Years Later

    KFC is known for its chicken, obviously. But during the 1970s and '80s they wowed customers by using those same 11 herbs and spices on barbecue ribs.

    By Angeline Stratz 1 month ago Read More
  • spaghetti dish served at Guarino's restaurant in Ohio

    Cleveland's Oldest Restaurant Is Truly Old-School Italian

    If you love traditional Italian restaurants then this is the place to head to in Ohio, for delicious family-recipe dishes that haven't changed over decades.

    By Luna Regina 1 month ago Read More
  • Creamed chipped beef on two pieces of toast

    6 Once-Popular Lunches That You Don't See Much Anymore

    Step back in time and discover the once-popular American lunches that have silently vanished with changing tastes, availability, and affordability.

    By Neala Broderick 1 month ago Read More
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