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  • overhead view of peanut butter blossoms

    The Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie Was Created To Fix A Total Baking Fail

    Some of our favorite treats were made by accident. Did you know that the peanut butter blossom cookie was created to fix a total baking fail?

    By S. Ferrari April 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Kettle corn in wooden bowl

    Kettle Corn's Origin Story Goes Back Further Than You'd Think

    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.

    By S. Ferrari April 17th, 2024 Read More
  • sliced meatloaf with ketchup glaze

    Meatloaf's Origins May Go All The Way Back To Ancient Rome

    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.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Gidget the Taco Bell Chihuahua

    10 Taco Bell Menu Items From The 1990s You Probably Forgot About

    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.

    By Jay Wilson April 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Baguettes in brown bags

    The Fascinating Superstition Surrounding Upside Down Baguettes

    If you know much about European history, you may know about a fascinating superstition surrounding upside-down baguettes served and sold in France.

    By Nick Johnson April 14th, 2024 Read More
  • different kinds of brigadeiros

    Brazil's Iconic Brigadeiros Have A Political Past

    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?

    By Tom Maxwell April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • vintage woman holding cake

    15 Boxed Cake Flavors That Are Probably Gone Forever

    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.

    By Bryn Gelbart April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • cans of surge

    Why Surge Was Discontinued (And Where To Find It In 2024)

    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?

    By Stacie Adams April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • 1980s retro McDonald's interior

    The Sticky Bakery Item McDonald's Rolled Out In The '80s

    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.

    By Stacie Adams April 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Piece of chocolate ice cream cake

    The Mysterious Origins Of The Classic Ice Cream Cake

    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.

    By Greta Pano April 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Closeup of a peanut butter and pickle sandwich

    The Origin Of The Peanut Butter And Pickle Sandwich

    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?

    By Erin Metz April 10th, 2024 Read More
  • chalupas poblanas cooking in oil

    What You Should Eat This Cinco De Mayo (Hint: It's Not Tacos)

    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.

    By Madalyn Mackarey April 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Filet-O-Fish sandwich on table

    McDonald's Used To Have A Mascot For Its Iconic Filet-O-Fish Sandwich

    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?

    By Erin Metz April 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Pimento cheese sandwiches on board

    Here's Why Pimento Cheese Is Such A Big Deal At The Masters

    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?

    By C.A. Pinkham April 6th, 2024 Read More
  • package of fries with condiments

    The Origin Story Of The Humble French Fry

    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.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 5th, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of thousand island dressing

    The Mysterious Origins Of Thousand Island Dressing

    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.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Pie crust dough

    Why The First Pie Crusts Were Literally Inedible

    If you had been alive in the fifth century A.D., you probably wouldn't have been as excited as you are now to sit down to a table filled with pies.

    By Camryn Teder April 4th, 2024 Read More
  • certs mints

    Cert Mints Were Popular For Decades. Why Were They Discontinued?

    There is some mystery surrounding the discontinuation of Certs mints, but we can put together a few guesses as to the reasoning.

    By Meaghan Cameron April 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Deep-fried scrambled eggs

    Deep-Fry Your Scrambled Eggs For A Totally New Twist On Breakfast

    Bored of your usual breakfast routine? Try something a little different with your eggs next time. Turns out deep-frying them isn't all that hard.

    By S. Ferrari April 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • sliced ribeye steak

    14 Of The Oldest Steakhouses In The US

    If you like your steaks with a side of history, consider dining at one of America's oldest steakhouses, some of which opened as early as the 1800s.

    By Jay Wilson April 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • French onion soup with bread

    The Best Type Of Cheese For Traditional French Onion Soup

    French onion soup is always warm and comforting, but how can you take this delicious staple back to its roots? With one specific type of cheese.

    By Julia Mullaney April 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Vintage McDonald's sign

    The Oldest Fast Food Chains In The US

    Many of your favorite fast food chains are older than you think, and some have passed the 100-year mark. Here's a rundown of some of the oldest.

    By Amadea Tanner April 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A roasted Cornish hen

    What's The Difference Between A Chicken And A Cornish Hen?

    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.

    By Wendy Mead March 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Close-up of a mixture of beans

    What's The Difference Between Heirloom Beans And Regular Ones?

    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?

    By C.A. Pinkham March 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Bahama Mama cocktail in a pineapple

    The Mysterious Origin Of The Bahama Mama Cocktail

    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.

    By C.A. Pinkham March 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Two packs of stride gum

    Whatever Happened To Stride Gum?

    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.

    By Kalea Martin March 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Bride and groom cutting wedding cake

    Wedding Cakes Have Been Around For A Lot Longer Than You Think

    The tradition of serving a special cake at a wedding bears a long history that dates back thousands of years and features some seriously funky cakes.

    By Noor Anand Chawla March 26th, 2024 Read More
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