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  • Candy aisle at a convenience store

    Adults Love These 5 Sour Candies Way More Than Kids Do

    From candies that are just too tart for kids to enjoy, to nostalgic favorites that adults still love, these are the sour candies adults like more than kids do.

    By Amelia Su 2 hours ago Read More
  • A red retro refrigerator stands out in the center of white cabinets, between the range and sink

    The Retro Refrigerator Brand That Vanished By The '70s

    Trends come and go, but many of them return as designers draw inspiration from the past. Old-school refrigerators are one of those items that are cool again.

    By Tiffany Betts 1 day ago Read More
  • biscuits in cast iron pan

    The Old-School Way Cowboys Made Biscuits On The Trail

    Ever wondered how cowboy biscuits differ from the ones we make today? Here's how cowboys made biscuits the old-school way when they were on the trail.

    By Carrie Lindsey 2 days ago Read More
  • Vintage photo of two older people and a young boys sitting down for breakfast in a lodge

    The Instant Breakfast Drink Your Grandparents Probably Drank In The '60s

    Prepare to be hit with a wonderful wave of nostalgia as we talk about this breakfast drink that's sure to bring back tons of warm, cozy memories.

    By Erica Martinez 2 days ago Read More
  • Two pint glasses of light-colored beer

    America's Original Light Beer Made History In The '70s

    In a world full of craft beer, major commercial companies still have a place. In the 1970s, a light beer, marketed as "America's original," made history.

    By Bobby Lewis 4 days ago Read More
  • Golden ale and brown ale being poured into pint glasses

    7 Old-School Beer Brands That Defined The '80s

    There are enough different kinds of beer now that anyone can find their favorite, but in the decade of excess, these seven beers reigned supreme.

    By Natasha Bourlin 4 days ago Read More
  • black and white photo of factory workers taking a break eating

    The Old-School Snack Cake Steelworkers Ate Still Exists Today

    Turn-of-the-century steelworkers had to eat, but you'll be shocked to learn that one of their favorite snacks was something you may have eaten last week!

    By Amy David 5 days ago Read More
  • 2 unwrapped Hershey's chocolate bars

    How Hershey's Candy Bar Wrapper Has Changed Over The Years

    Hershey's is synonymous with milk chocolate, and you'll be amazed once you see how the company's packaging has grown and changed over the years.

    By Bobby Lewis 5 days ago Read More
  • Slices of bologna.

    The Retro '50s Dish That Made Bologna The Star

    Looking for a unique recipe with a retro vibe to bring to a potluck? This 1950s dish turned a stack of unassuming bologna slices into the star of the show.

    By Javaria Akbar 6 days ago Read More
  • Two cowboys on horses herding cattle

    Cowboys Ate This Retro Cornbread-Style Snack On The Trail

    You don't have to wear a big hat and swing a lasso to feel like a cowboy, especially if you have access to this delicious snack that is easy to make.

    By Amelia Su 6 days ago Read More
  • Fried chicken sandwich with fries.

    Skip The Fried Chicken And Make This Retro Sandwich Instead

    If you've had your fill of poultry and feel like shaking things up at dinnertime, skip the fried chicken sandwich and amble down the retro route.

    By Javaria Akbar 6 days ago Read More
  • Variety of candy bars on a store shelf

    15 Candy Bars From The '50s That Still Exist Today

    Candy bars come and go through the years, but these 15 sweet treats have been around since the 1950s. Though some are bigger than others, all are still kicking.

    By Barb Hudson 7 days ago Read More
  • blue and pink patterned pyrex bakeware

    The Origins Of Pyrex Began In This US State

    Pyrex has a long history, but its origin story starts in this U.S. state, where it was first invented by a company that still exists today.

    By Amy David 7 days ago Read More
  • A wide array of colorful candies on white background

    The Once-Discontinued '90s Candy That's Back On Shelves Today

    From wearable candy to those marketed as healthy, a multitude of unique '90s candies have been discontinued. But this one can be found on store shelves again.

    By Matt Crowley 8 days ago Read More
  • Candy aisle of a grocery store

    Nashville's Official Candy Bar Is Sweet, Nutty, And Used To Cost A Nickel

    Nashville's official candy bar was the first of its kind to offer a combination of sweet flavors and textures in one unusually shaped package.

    By Karen Hart 8 days ago Read More
  • Cowboy herding cattle

    The Old-School Cracker Cowboys Used To Eat On The Trail

    Life on the trail for American cowboys was rough, and a lot of the foods they are were out of necessity and practicality, including this cracker.

    By Bobby Lewis 9 days ago Read More
  • Albert Einstein

    The Old-School Breakfast Albert Einstein Used To Eat Every Day

    Albert Einstein was a genius, so it only makes sense that he started his day with this delicious breakfast that will leave you envious of the man.

    By Javaria Akbar 9 days ago Read More
  • Two Old West outlaws in a gunfight

    Cowboys Ate At This Restaurant In Arizona - Now Old West Ghosts Are 'Terrorizing The Staff'

    The Old West is full of stories about gunfights and bank robbers, so it should be no surprise that an old-school restaurant is harboring ghosts!

    By Amy David 9 days ago Read More
  • Woman in apron with retro pie

    The Retro Amish Pie That Deserves A Revival

    Certain foods that were created out of desperation and what was on hand in the pantry include desserts that ended up being absolutely delicious.

    By Javaria Akbar 10 days ago Read More
  • An assortment of fine chocolates.

    Adults Love These 4 Chocolate Candies Way More Than Kids Do

    We all know that kids love candy, but that doesn't mean that adults can't have a sweet tooth as well, and these delicious treats prove just that.

    By Bobby Lewis 10 days ago Read More
  • Olive oil bottle in an orchard

    The Truly Ancient Origins Of Olive Oil

    In kitchens across the world, it's not difficult to find a bottle of olive oil. The history of olives and their oil is long, ancient, and storied.

    By Xan Indigo 11 days ago Read More
  • A vintage cookbook on a kitchen table, surrounded by baking ingredients, as a girl and her grandmother make dough in the background.

    12 Retro Cookbooks That Are Worth More Than You Think

    Cookbooks have been in our kitchens for centuries, and some collectors are willing to pay a lot for first editions and rare copies of vintage cookbooks.

    By Amadea Tanner 11 days ago Read More
  • Cowboys working with a horse out on the range

    How Cowboys Drank Beer In The Wild West

    Cowboys have plenty of experience with whiskey, but that didn't stop them from enjoying a beer, and you'll be happy that you don't drink yours the same way.

    By Barb Hudson 11 days ago Read More
  • Greek yogurt in a bowl, with a spoon on the side

    9 Of The Worst Yogurt Recalls In History

    Yogurt has been the subject of some major food recalls over the years, with reasons ranging from foreign objects in containers to contamination with pesticides.

    By Jay Wilson 12 days ago Read More
  • upclose seafood on ice including lobster, scallops, shrimp, tuna

    The Retro Seafood Dish That Was Invented At A Steakhouse

    Seafood and steak can definitely go together, but that doesn't make the origins of this delicious fish dish any more surprising (and appetizing).

    By Amy David 13 days ago Read More
  • unwrapped chocolate bar

    8 Retro Candy Bar Wrappers We Wish Were Brought Back

    A good-looking candy bar can force your hand at the end of a grocery trip, and we'd be listening to those impulses more if these wrappers were still around.

    By Amy David 13 days ago Read More
  • Close up of Marilyn Monroe smiling

    The Old-School Deli Marilyn Monroe Loved Is Still Open Today

    Marilyn Monroe is a legend of the silver screen, having left an indelible mark on the industry. It only makes sense that the deli she loved lived up to her.

    By Karen Hart 15 days ago Read More
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