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  • Overhead view of a French meal laid out on table

    11 French Specialties That Weren't Always French

    Croissants, macarons, and even French press coffee are among a number of French specialties whose origins can be traced to somewhere other than France.

    By Amadea Tanner 3 months ago Read More
  • Egg fried rice with peas and carrots

    The Biggest Mistake You're Making With Homemade Fried Rice

    Homemade fried rice doesn't have to be difficult to make, assuming you prep the ingredients correctly. Here is the biggest mistake you may be making.

    By Javaria Akbar 3 months ago Read More
  • Halloween candy and plastic spiders spilling out of a pumpkin bucket on a purple background

    8 Pumpkin Candies To Try During Spooky Season

    When Halloween is right around the corner, it's time for candy. Spooky treats come in all shapes, colors, and types — and some are better than others.

    By Tiffany Betts 3 months ago Read More
  • 1970s photo of brownish dressing being poured on a green salad with mixed vegetables

    Why This Popular Old-School Salad Dressing Simply Vanished

    There are some food items that we take for granted, then they become impossible to find, like this old-school salad dressing that seems to have vanished.

    By Bobby Lewis 3 months ago Read More
  • Woman eating instant ramen from cup with chopsticks

    The Japanese Cooking Technique That Inspired The Creation Of Instant Ramen

    When Momofuku Ando was trying to create the world's first instant ramen, a Japanese cooking technique inspired the breakthrough that led to his invention.

    By Amrita Ray 3 months ago Read More
  • Green beans, bean salad, and other side dishes in bowls on wooden table

    Retro Side Dishes We Barely See On The Dinner Table Nowadays

    Some retro dishes from the 20th century are gone for a reason, but these ones you barely see on the dinner table nowadays deserve a second chance.

    By Ashwini Rakhe 3 months ago Read More
  • Crispy fried chicken drumsticks in a black bowl.

    The Simple Glaze That Supercharges The Flavor Of Breaded Chicken

    Breaded chicken has the potential to be flavorless if cooked incorrectly. But this simple glaze will take even the blandest chicken to the next level.

    By Amrita Ray 3 months ago Read More
  • Wooden baskets of individually wrapped, vintage-style candies

    The Vintage Candy Company Behind Several Classic Brands

    This small-town candy manufacturer makes some of the most iconic candies around, including Necco wafers, Dum Dum lollipops, circus peanuts, and candy canes.

    By Bobby Lewis 3 months ago Read More
  • Two trick-or-treating girls collecting candy

    14 Old-School Halloween Candies You Don't See Passed Out Anymore

    These old-school Halloween candies just aren't as popular as they used to be, whether because they're too controversial or just plain gross.

    By Bobby Lewis 3 months ago Read More
  • Fried Chicken TV dinner with cutlery on table

    The Once-Popular Fried Chicken TV Dinner No One Talks About Anymore

    TV dinners were abundant in the mid-to-late 1900s, and fried chicken was the star. Why doesn't anyone talk about this once-popular meal anymore?

    By Lottë Reford 3 months ago Read More
  • Someone pouring maple syrup on pancakes

    The History Of The Maple Syrup Bottle (And Why It Has A Tiny Handle)

    Bottles of maple syrup have become identifiable by their tiny, basically useless handles. How did this packaging detail become synonymous with the product?

    By Bobby Lewis 3 months ago Read More
  • Johnny Cash raising his acoustic guitar while performing

    7 Vintage Southern Dishes That Johnny Cash Enjoyed

    Johnny Cash loved Southern dishes. From catfish to cornbread, here's some super tasty vintage Southern dishes Cash enjoyed over and over again.

    By Chris Corlew 3 months ago Read More
  • Tiki mugs on table

    Tiki Bar Culture May Have Created One Of The World's Most Iconic Appetizers

    Chowing down on this seafood dish might make you feel like you're at a beach resort, even if you're enjoying it at one of the many casual chains that serve it.

    By Karen Hart 3 months ago Read More
  • A chef with black latex gloves slicing beef

    The Steakhouse Meat Sourcing Red Flag That Should Raise Alarms

    If you're paying a high price at a fancy steakhouse, you likely want to experience a high-quality steak. These are some red flags to be on the lookout for.

    By Dylan Murray 3 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain talks to reporters outside of a bar

    Anthony Bourdain Called These 3 Cities Food Capitals

    Anthony Bourdain searched the world for the best eats he could find, and the cuisine scene of three world-class cities stood out for him the most.

    By Jessica Riggio 3 months ago Read More
  • A river running through mountains during fall in West Virginia

    10 Traditional West Virginia Foods You Need To Try At Least Once

    Interested in taking your palate on a culinary excursion? These foods from West Virginia will be tough to find anywhere else.

    By Chelsea Falin 3 months ago Read More
  • Coyote Steakhouse dining room at The Palms at Indian Head

    This Retro Steakhouse Once Served The Biggest Celebs Of The '50s

    There's arguably nothing more glamorous than Hollywood in the 1950s. Celebrities of the time used to dine at this retro steakhouse, which you can visit today.

    By Tiffany Betts 3 months ago Read More
  • vintage Tupperware in different colors

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Using Your Grandma's Vintage Tupperware

    Your grandma's vintage Tupperware may still look primed for use. However, there is good reason to think twice before using it to store your food.

    By Jessica Riggio 3 months ago Read More
  • A typical diner breakfast sits on a white table with a red booth chair in the background

    These Are Some Of The Best Diners In New Jersey

    New Jersey is the home of the American diner, making it the place to go for a classic experience. Here are some of the state's top-rated, to suit any taste.

    By Chelsea Falin 3 months ago Read More
  • tacos dorados on a clay dish

    You Can Still Eat From The Original Restaurant Taco Bell Got Its Crunchy Taco Shell From In 1951

    Taco Bell has a lot of fan-favorite menu items. If you especially love its crunchy taco shell, you can enjoy it at the restaurant where Taco Bell got its idea.

    By Garrett Palm 3 months ago Read More
  • Portrait of George Washington

    George Washington Loved Onions So Much That He Ate This 1700s Dish

    President George Washington was apparently a big fan of the pungent onion, and one of his favorite dishes was a jazzed-up version of the veggie.

    By Karen Hart 3 months ago Read More
  • Burger King bag and drink on table

    The 1970s Burger King Sandwich We Wish Would Return

    Nowadays, the Whopper reigns supreme but another far simpler Burger King sandwich was so popular back in the 1970s that fans are still clamoring to get it back.

    By Alexa Valme 3 months ago Read More
  • A couple with a shopping cart shopping in a grocery store.

    10 Of The Most Controversial Food Rebrands Of All Time

    Most rebrands are lucky if they can make it onto the news of the day, but attention is not always a good thing, as those companies know well.

    By Liana Hornyak 3 months ago Read More
  • Spaghetti amatriciana, famous Italian recipe from Amatrice, with peeled tomatoes, pecorino cheese, bacon, extra virgin olive oil, white wine, pepper and chilli.

    The Retro Pasta Dish That People Loved To Eat In The 1930s

    The 1930s was the decade of the Great Depression, and a lot of frugal recipes came from that era, including this retro pasta dish made with an unusual sauce.

    By Alexa Valme 3 months ago Read More
  • In-N-Out Burger sign

    Insider Advice For Your Next Visit To In-N-Out

    Some people think there's nothing like a burger from In-N-Out. For all the newbies, and even for some folks who have been there, here's some insider tips.

    By Fiona Chandra 3 months ago Read More
  • overhead shot of various types of pizza slices

    Aldi Frozen Pizza Gets Upgraded With An Asian Fusion Twist

    As savvy grocery shoppers are aware, Aldi is a bit different, and that extends to its food offerings as well, in particular this Asian-fusion pizza.

    By Nikki Munoz 3 months ago Read More
  • Bartender pouring drink

    The Popular Restaurant Chain That Tried To Make Bartending An Olympic Sport

    The same restaurant chain that helped popularize flair bartending wanted to make it an Olympic sport. Here's why the company thought bartenders deserved medals.

    By Sara Traynor 3 months ago Read More
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