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  • A vintage drawing of a small child running away from a scary jack-o-lantern

    Here's What People Ate On Halloween Long Before Candy Reigned Supreme

    Today’s trick-or-treaters devour candy, but people long ago celebrated Halloween with food that still forms the basis of some of the holiday’s traditions.

    By Laura Christine Allan 21 hours ago Read More
  • Cary Grant smiling in black and white photo

    The Barbecue Chicken Dish That Cary Grant Couldn't Get Enough Of

    The Hollywood icon’s go-to meal wasn’t caviar or steak; itt was something humble that showed even movie stars crave simple home-cooked comfort.

    By Ben Hillin 23 hours ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain wearing a tuxedo and smiling slightly

    Anthony Bourdain Was Completely Infatuated With This 1870s-Era Bourbon Brand

    While joking about the name of the his favorite Kentucky bourbon, Anthony Bourdain revealed what his bourbon unicorn would have been (if it actually existed).

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 day ago Read More
  • Cola being poured from plastic bottle into glass with ice

    The Vintage Coca-Cola Knockoff That Was Sued Into Bankruptcy

    Making a knockoff is a great way to claim a share of someone else's success — until you're sued, that is. This early 20th century soda tried to do exactly that.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 day ago Read More
  • Three Fire-King Tulip mixing bowls on a white background.

    The Vintage Tulip Mixing Bowls That Collectors Are Always Hunting For

    These mixing bowls have become iconic, not only because of their history but because of the adorable patterns. Here's how much they are going for.

    By Allison Beussink 2 days ago Read More
  • People sharing a taco platter at a Mexican restaurant

    Why You Should Stop Describing Restaurants As Authentic

    Though authenticity is often celebrated in the culinary world, there are a few reasons why you shouldn't call a restaurant's food authentic.

    By Ellery Weil 2 days ago Read More
  • A metal bucket filled with french fries, with mayo dipping sauce.

    The State That Eats The Most French Fries Is Over 2000 Miles Away From Idaho

    French fries are a crowd-pleasing dish, but there's one U.S. state that consumes more than any other population. Here's where these fried spuds are eaten most.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 days ago Read More
  • Photo illustration of bowls of chow mein, casserole, spaghetti, fish sticks, and chili

    13 Old-School Dinners '80s Kid Survived On Week After Week

    Back in the 1980s, many families ate mostly the same stuff, week after week. These are some of the old-school dishes that ‘80s kids grew up eating.

    By Brian Boone 2 days ago Read More
  • Napoleon Bonaparte looking about as cheerful (or more so) than he does in any other portrait

    How Napoleon Helped Make The Rotisserie Chicken A Grocery Staple

    Napoleon Bonaparte had a fondness for chicken and even took his favorite food to the battlefield. Find out how his kitchen staff adapted to his taste.

    By Maria Scinto 3 days ago Read More
  • avocados in molcajete and guacamole ingredients

    Is This Restaurant The Originator Of Tableside Guacamole?

    Like with most of food history, the origins of tableside guacamole are contested. But this restaurant could have been the first to serve it.

    By Erica Martinez 3 days ago Read More
  • Fire-King Jadeite cup and dishes stacked on top of each other

    The Vintage Green Glassware You Should Never Pass Up When Thrifting

    If you love thrifting because there's the chance that you'll discover a forgotten treasure, you need to keep your eyes open for this green plate ware.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 3 days ago Read More
  • A baseball sitting in a bowl of peanuts next to a baseball bat, two hotdogs, and an American flag

    How Peanuts Became One Of The Most Iconic Baseball Foods

    Baseball has a number of iconic foods associated with it, but peanuts have remained near the top. Here's how these little shelled snacks came to dominate.

    By Laura Christine Allan 3 days ago Read More
  • Two In-N-Out burgers with animal-style fries

    Secret Menus Have Existed Since The '60s

    The popularity of secret menus in the digital age might seem to be a modern invention, but the practice originated in the 1960s with an unlikely restaurant.

    By Jonathan Kesh 4 days ago Read More
  • Faye Dunaway and Warren Beatty as Bonnie and Clyde.

    How The Love Of Fried Chicken Blew Bonnie And Clyde's Cover

    On the run in 1933, the Barrow Gang placed an ill-advised dinner order that would ultimately hasten their demise. Who knew fried chicken could have that effect?

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 days ago Read More
  • Queen Elizabeth headshot

    The Special Drink Queen Elizabeth Loved Was Made With Something Already In Your Bathroom

    An ingredient in Queen Elizabeth II's favorite sour drink is something you might have put in the bathtub for a foot soak before, & it'll get you on the throne.

    By Moriah House 4 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast in a box on a tray.

    McDonald's Ditched This Breakfast Favorite Over 20 Years Ago And Fans Are Still Mad

    When McDonald's fans get attached to a menu item and it goes away, typically there is an uproar online. This breakfast item even has a petition backing it.

    By Dennis Lee 5 days ago Read More
  • Assembled breakfast in Paris served on a terrace table with city in the back

    How Rick Steves Saves Money On Breakfast While Traveling In Europe

    Travel expert Rick Steves knows how to save money on breakfast while traveling in Europe, but he still gets the best out of local flavors. Here is his advice.

    By Maria Scinto 5 days ago Read More
  • actress eats spaghetti in scene from an old movie

    The Old-School 1940s Spaghetti Recipe That We Hope No One Actually Ate

    There are some unappetizing dishes out there. One in particular, a spaghetti recipe that has a pretty interesting list of ingredients, never caught on.

    By Maria Scinto 5 days ago Read More
  • Teddy Roosevelt wearing gold colored spectacles

    President Teddy Roosevelt's Favorite Breakfast Was Exceptionally Simple

    If you want to eat a breakfast fit for a president, it might be easier than you think. Theodore Roosevelt enjoyed a morning meal so simple, it's surprising.

    By Maria Scinto 5 days ago Read More
  • a closeup view of a bunch of small egg rolls

    The Secret Ingredient That Makes Chicago-Style Egg Rolls Unlike Any Other

    Why do Chinese egg rolls taste different in Chicago? Regional preferences have long favored adding one particular ingredient to the filling.

    By Dennis Lee 6 days ago Read More
  • peron holding phone with TikTok app in front of beer and potato chips

    The 12 Best TikTok Food Trends Of 2025 (So Far)

    TikTok has been a wellspring of new food trends in recent years and 2025 has been no different. These are our favorite TikTok food trends of the year so far.

    By Maria Scinto 6 days ago Read More
  • Fork scooping chicken from pot pie

    The TV Dinner Company That Released The First Ever Frozen Pot Pie

    Meat-filled pot pies have been around in a variety of forms since ancient times. But do you know which company introduced the first frozen pot pie?

    By Erica Martinez 6 days ago Read More
  • Person walking in store with long gun

    You Can Now Carry Guns In This Florida Grocery Store — Here's What To Know

    A popular grocery store chain in Florida has recently announced it will allow its patrons to openly carry firearms in store while shopping. Here's why.

    By Rolland Judd 7 days ago Read More
  • An orange pumpkin with fall spices and seasonings

    This Is How Pumpkin Spice Became Associated With Fall

    Can you remember a time when pumpkin spice didn't taste like fall? Here's how pumpkin spice rose to the top of the spice rack as the most iconic flavor of fall.

    By Kat Olvera 7 days ago Read More
  • Composite image of snickerdoodles, bourbon balls, and cityscapes in background

    The Most Iconic Snack Foods Across All 50 States

    From swoon-worthy snickerdoodles to regional sips like Cheerwine, every state's iconic snack has a flavor to fangirl over, and a unique backstory to savor.

    By Andy Beth Miller 8 days ago Read More
  • Red downward arrow on image of Crispani pizza with Panera Bread restaurant in background

    Why Panera Bread's Crispani Flatbread Pizza Was A Total Failure

    Fans of Panera Bread may recall its first attempt at flatbread pizza, known as the Crispani. It debuted in 2006 but fell off the menu in less than two years.

    By Laura Christine Allan 8 days ago Read More
  • pickles from Rein's Deli in a glass bowl

    Forget Unlimited Breadsticks, This Connecticut Restaurant Is Serving Up Unlimited Pickles

    If you have a craving for pickles, there's a restaurant in Connecticut that's a must-visit. Here, pickle lovers can feast on an unlimited supply.

    By Maria Scinto 9 days ago Read More
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