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  • Big bins of bright, colorful candy in bulk

    This Old School Candy Hasn't Been The Same Since 1999

    This old school candy made big waves when it first debuted thanks to its popularity in movie theaters. It hasn't been the same since 1999, here's how.

    By Erica Martinez 3 hours ago Read More
  • Packages of smithfield bacon

    The Biggest Controversies In Smithfield Foods History

    Smithfield's practices, power, and company culture have led to a variety of scandals and controversies over the years. These are some of the biggest.

    By Brian Boone 4 hours ago Read More
  • The interior of a Texas Roadhouse restaurant

    The Unique Birthday Tradition You'll Only Find At Texas Roadhouse

    If you know, you know. But if you haven't celebrated your birthday at Texas Roadhouse, grab a free dessert and sidle up to your cowboy-themed birthday throne.

    By Dylan Murray 1 day ago Read More
  • A young boy and old man sit at a diner counter eating burgers. A plate of fries is in front of each of them along with a chocolate shake and a cup of coffee

    Vintage Diner Foods That Just Aren't As Popular Anymore

    Many comfort foods that are now considered nostalgic fare used to be ubiquitous at diners. We'd love to bring back some, but others should stay in the past.

    By Melanie Andrade 2 days ago Read More
  • A hand turns the controls on a blender mixing a yellow liquid in a kitchen setting

    The Blender's Original Purpose Was Deliciously Wholesome

    The blender is an all-purpose kitchen tool, useful for everything from margaritas to pesto. But it was originally intended for an old-fashioned sweet treat.

    By Kat Olvera 2 days ago Read More
  • A baloney sandwich with mustard on a paper plate

    Why You're Probably Pronouncing Bologna Wrong

    It has a first name, but how do you pronounce it? Bologna etymology may be just as complex as the meat it's made of, but there's only one way to say it.

    By Ellery Weil 3 days ago Read More
  • A side profile of business magnate Henry Ford.

    The Weed-Filled Diet Henry Ford Survived On

    Innovator Henry Ford didn't just popularize assembly lines, mass production, and affordable automobiles, he had peculiar tastes, like eating weed salads.

    By Joe Hoeffner 3 days ago Read More
  • Newlywed man and wife smiling and eating pizza

    This Trend Is Transforming Wedding Food Culture For The Better

    Disappointing plated dinners and bland buffets are hard to avoid at weddings, but this fun, tasty, and unexpected food trend is shaking things up.

    By Haley McNamara 4 days ago Read More
  • Melania Trump in polka dot collared dress

    The Iconic Italian-American Food Melania Trump Loves To Eat

    As First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump has every kind of food at her fingertips. This Italian-American classic is one she's said is a favorite.

    By Erica Martinez 4 days ago Read More
  • Ripe peaches growing on tree

    The State That Produces The Most Peaches Isn't Georgia

    When you think of American peaches, the Southern state of Georgia probably comes to mind (and for good reason), but it's another state that produces the most.

    By Erica Martinez 4 days ago Read More
  • Restaurant patrons hand several credit cards to a server

    If You Split The Bill Like This, Your Server Probably Hates You

    Yeah, you ate some of the guac, and didn't finish your drink. But you can still treat your server with a little respect, by splitting your tab like a pro.

    By Maria Scinto 5 days ago Read More
  • A three-tier hummingbird cake next to slices on plates

    Meet The Super Moist Southern Cake That Tastes Like Banana Bread

    Sweet, fruit-filled, and iced with cream cheese frosting, hummingbird cake is very popular in the Southern United States. Its origins, however, are Caribbean.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 days ago Read More
  • Baccarat hotel tea service

    This Hotel Is Home To New York City's Most Expensive Tea Service

    This luxurious hotel's name will have you thinking of extravagance, and their high teas, named after royals and served with caviar, are no exception.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 days ago Read More
  • Cucumber sandwiches

    Throwback Summer Foods People Don't Eat In 2025

    While some picnic, potluck, and cookout favorites have hung onto their popularity, other seasonal dishes have fallen by the wayside over the years.

    By Holly Riddle 5 days ago Read More
  • melon ball salad in bowl with mint sprigs

    This Vintage Kitchen Gadget Should Make A Comeback For Summertime Salads

    The melon baller, humble but dependable tool for many vintage summer get-togethers, delivered perfect spheres of melon to your parents. It's due for a reprisal.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 5 days ago Read More
  • Hand using gunpowder press for ammunition

    The Popular Vintage Candy That Was Originally Made Using WWII Ammunition Presses

    Candy makers have an almost fantastical air about them, but this vintage candy got its start by using old ammunition presses from World War II.

    By Erica Martinez 5 days ago Read More
  • A man and woman drink alcohol in the 1920s

    Why This Alcohol Was So Popular During Prohibition

    At a time when people were making cocktails out of whatever, this Prohibition Era spirit rose above bathtub hooch to bring us classic cocktails we drink today.

    By Laura Christine Allan 5 days ago Read More
  • North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un in front of flag

    The Ethically Dubious Soup Kim Jong-Un Loves To Dine On Is Illegal In The US

    North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un — a dictator with top-shelf tastes — is a fan of a controversial soup dish that's also illegal in the United States.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 6 days ago Read More
  • Two kids watching tv in retro setting

    The Retro Pudding Treats That '90s Kids Want Back

    Food products come and go even when they have fans, and this retro pudding treat's no different. Popular in the '90s, we hope it comes back.

    By Erica Martinez 6 days ago Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay smiling in a kitchen

    One Of Gordon Ramsay's Fondest Memories Was Getting To Cook For This Legendary Figure

    Gordon Ramsay has had quite a few career highs, but back in 2009 he described one of his favorite cooking memories where he got to serve an icon.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 6 days ago Read More
  • An unripe canteloupe on the vine

    The Huge Contaminated Fruit Recall That Led To 33 Deaths

    A combination of negligence and lax measures led to a Listeria outbreak that affected 28 states and claimed the lives of 33 people. Learn how it happened.

    By Alexandra Fay 7 days ago Read More
  • Salisbury steak on a plate with a fork

    Old-School Steak Dishes Restaurants Don't Put On Menus Anymore

    Many once-beloved steak dishes that relied on braising, smothering, or pounding tough cuts of beef have disappeared from restaurant menus.

    By Anita Surewicz 7 days ago Read More
  • Julia Child in turquoise blouse, smiling

    Julia Child's Final Homecooked Meal Couldn't Have Been More Perfect

    Julia Child was a global treasure when her cooking show was on air. Just before she passed away, she chose this iconic dish to be her final, homecooked meal.

    By Erica Martinez 7 days ago Read More
  • Tray of food being passed through prison bars

    The Most Commonly Requested Meals Inmates Ask For Before Leaving This Mortal Coil

    Humans are perhaps more alike than they are different, even when it comes to last meal requests. Here's what people on death row have asked to eat.

    By Kylie Thomas 8 days ago Read More
  • A plate piled with hot dogs atop a colored background

    The Nasty Truth Of What Competitive Hot Dog Eating Does To Your Stomach

    Whether you hot dog eating competitions thrill you or gross you out, there's no question that its champions have a unique skill. But can it take a toll on them?

    By Kat Olvera 9 days ago Read More
  • Two boxes of Rice Krispies on a supermarket shelf

    Just Like The Beatles, The Rice Krispies Elves Have A Forgotten Member

    The Rice Krispies elves are part of pop culture history. Everyone knows Snap, Crackle, and Pop, but did you know there was a fourth, forgotten elf — from space?

    By Joe Hoeffner 10 days ago Read More
  • Order counter inside Dairy Queen

    The Discontinued Dairy Queen Treat That May Never Have A Comeback

    Some things are better in our memory, than on our current drive-thru order. Love it or hate it, here's why this Dairy Queen treat may never have a comeback.

    By Rolland Judd 10 days ago Read More
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