Sweet-and-salty kettle corn was popular for a century, fell out of favor for another, then made a comeback at the turn of this one, thanks to historical events.
Meatloaf is as American as apple pie. Or is it? Thousands of years ago, ancient Romans were cooking up a recipe remarkably similar to the dish we know today.
Taco Bell was everywhere in the '90s, expanding its menu and experimenting with tons of new items, not all of which lasted. Here are some you may not remember.
Brigadeiros are a national dish of Brazil. But is a one-time presidential candidate, who happened to be single and attractive, really to thank for them?
For decades, brands have been introducing new cake mix flavors to their lineups, only to take them away when they don't sell as well as the old standbys.
Nostalgia is real, especially when thinking about your once-favorite food and drinks. Why was the brightly colored Surge discontinued? Can you still find it?
In the wild and fast-paced days of the 1980s, the Golden Arches took a risk and rolled out one particularly sticky menu item as part of its bakery offerings.
If you love cake and ice cream, you may enjoy a good slice of ice cream cake. But where did this delightful treat come from? Its origins are pretty mysterious.
The peanut butter and pickle sandwich presents an odd pairing that may not sound appetizing - but it is loved by many. So, how did this unusual sandwich start?
Ditch the nachos and seven-layer dips to try the delicious street foods that they eat at the biggest Cinco de Mayo celebration in Mexico. You won't regret it.
You might be familiar with Ronald McDonald, Grimace, and the Hamburglar, but did you know that McDonald's once had a mascot for its Filet-O-Fish sandwich?
The Masters has been prominent in Augusta, Georgia, since the 1940s. Pimento cheese has been a part of the tournament just as long. Why is it such a big deal?
Beloved the world over, French fries are the crispy, salty snack that nearly everyone loves. Despite many claims, their true origins are shrouded in mystery.
While finding a bottle of Thousand Island dressing at the grocery store isn't a difficult feat, finding out the exact origin of the name is a little harder.
If you've ever found yourself thinking that a Cornish hen is some mythical variety of poultry that's extra tender and delicious, you're only half right.
The term "heirloom" gets thrown around a lot these days in reference to food - but what does it mean when it comes to beans? And are heirloom beans better?
Most people know of the fruity Bahama Mama cocktail, but pinning down the tropical drink's precise origin is a little tricky. In fact, a lot of mystery remains.
Unfortunately, for fans of Stride, the gum disappeared from shelves and the last time the brand ever confirmed its availability in the U.S. was back in 2019.