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  • Glass of orange juice with oranges

    Canned Juice Used To Be The Only Way To Enjoy Citrus-Based Beverages

    Where did canned juices go? As concentrated products became more popular in the 1940s and 1950s, the production of canned juice began to drop considerably.

    By Ashlyn Frassinelli July 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Fattoush salad in a bowl

    The Leftover Origins Of Fattoush Salad

    From many traditional leftover Middle Eastern ingredients, a salad was born and rose to fame. Check out the humble origins of the fattoush salad.

    By Melanie McCrary July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • slice of hummingbird fruit cake

    We Have The Jamaica Tourist Board To Thank For The Classic Hummingbird Cake

    Hummingbird cake may be a Southern staple today, but this sweet treat actually came from the Caribbean with the help of the Jamaica Tourist Board.

    By Elizabeth Thorn July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Colorful candies on white background

    The Reason Kellogg's Legendary Yogos Were Discontinued

    Yogos -- a popular yogurt-covered fruit flavored snack -- were legendary in their heyday. So, what was the reason why Kellogg's discontinued them?

    By Elias Nash July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Cup of Matcha

    The Ancient Buddhist Roots Of Matcha

    Join us as we uncover the secrets of ancient matcha preparation and rituals and see why it became so popular in Japan's zen monasteries hundreds of years ago.

    By Paula Beaton July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • dumpling held in chopsticks

    How The Pandemic Prompted A Frozen Dumpling Renaissance

    Despite shuttering businesses all over the world, the pandemic actually prompted a renaissance for some food categories. Dumplings are at the top of the list.

    By Elias Nash July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • t-shirt transfers of cosmic candy labels

    The Discontinued Pop Rocks Knock-Off With An Unfortunate Name

    What happens when a candy becomes the subject of controversy? That's what happened to the discontinued Pop Rocks knock-off with an unfortunate name.

    By Kalea Martin July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • two glasses on gold tray

    Arak Is One Of The World's Oldest Forms Of Alcohol, But What Does It Taste Like?

    Learning about the history of alcohol and its impact on subsequent libations can be fascinating. Arak has been around for a long time, but how does it taste?

    By Jessica Fleming-Montoya July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • nestle logo shown on kitkat bar

    Nestlé's Discontinued Alpine White Bar Had A Truly Bonkers Commercial

    Nestlé crafted an out-there commercial in 1986 to support its Alpine White white chocolate bar. Alpine White eventually vanished, but the ad lives on.

    By Kalea Martin July 16th, 2023 Read More
  • pitcher and glasses with iced tea

    The Not-So-Southern Origins Of Sweet Tea

    Iced tea is definitely an American invention, but do you know where sweet tea came from? You might be surprised about the not-so-Southern origins of sweet tea.

    By Jessica Chambers July 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Tacos al pastor

    Here's What It Means When Meat Is Prepared 'Al Pastor'

    You've seen 'Al Pastor' on many menus and most likely as a choice for tacos. So what exactly is it? Here's the brief history of this beloved Mexican meat.

    By Julia Mullaney July 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Foster park sign and ice cream statue

    The Ice Cream Capital Of The World Is A Little-Known Town In Iowa

    Ice Cream's history is a sweet one, with so many varieties around the world. Here's how a little-known town in Iowa became the ice cream capital of the world.

    By Jessica Fleming-Montoya July 16th, 2023 Read More
  • Breakfast waffles on sticks

    Pillsbury's Discontinued Waffle Sticks Were A Staple Of The Early 2000s

    Though Pillsbury's discontinued waffle sticks disappeared within a few years, it was a staple of the early 2000s. Some even still long for the breakfast treat.

    By Crystal Antonace July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Jell-O 123 Box

    Why The '60s Classic Jell-O 1-2-3 Was Ultimately Discontinued

    Comprised of three delicious layers, this Jell-O iteration didn't last too long on the shelves. Was it due to poor sales or its complicated recipe? Maybe both!

    By Elizabeth Thorn July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Garbage Can-dy from 1988

    Why The Popular '80s Garbage Can-Dy Was Discontinued

    Folks with a sweet tooth who also crave nostalgia may remember Garbage Can-dy. Why was the popular sweet -- a favorite of kids in the '80s -- discontinued?

    By Arianna Endicott July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • citron fruits in a white bowl

    What Is A Citron, And What Does It Taste Like?

    Citrons are often mistaken for lemons, but don't have all of the same qualities as the more well-known fruit. Instead, here's how they are best used.

    By Giulia Thompson July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • sprite bottle cap with condensation

    The Reason Sprite Remix Was Discontinued So Soon

    With only a three year run under its belt, Sprite Remix had a short shelf life. What caused this Sprite variation to go belly up? Read on to find out.

    By Grace Allison July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Bottled of Orbitz soda

    Orbitz: The Lava Lamp-Esque Drink Discontinued After Only A Year

    Do you remember Orbitz? For a number of reasons, the lava lamp-shaped drink was discontinued after only a year, but its legacy has lasted far longer.

    By Arianna Endicott July 15th, 2023 Read More
  • shelves of vintage food cans

    Depression-Era Foods You Are About To See Everywhere

    Whether it's scarcity of ingredients or novelty that's bringing Depression-era foods back in the limelight, you'll start seeing more of these classics soon.

    By Amadea Tanner July 14th, 2023 Read More
  • single oreo with top half detached sitting on other oreos

    Discontinued Oreo Big Stuf Cookies Were A Massive, Beloved '80s Snack

    The ratio of creme to cookie was still the same, but the diameter was nearly twice that of a regular Oreo, making them about the size of your palm.

    By Kalea Martin July 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Wonka candy advert displayed on window

    The Reason Wonka Candy Donutz Were Discontinued So Soon

    For those in the know, Wonka Candy Donutz was a tasty bit of chocolate offered by the whimsical brand in the 2000s. But what happened to this sweet treat?

    By John Segura July 12th, 2023 Read More
  • Strawberry flavored Creme Savers

    How Once-Discontinued Creme Savers Returned Triumphantly To The Shelves

    A decade after they were discontinued, Creme Savers returned to stores in 2021, and the classic candies' fans continue to celebrate their return.

    By Arianna Endicott July 10th, 2023 Read More
  • Marble pound cake with powdered sugar on top

    A Classic Philly Fluff Cake Is Almost Like A Pound Cake, But Not Quite

    The Philly fluff cake, despite its name, does not come from Philadelphia. And while it's very similar to a pound cake, here's why it's ultimately different.

    By Alexander Billet July 10th, 2023 Read More
  • Snack'n Waffles varieties

    Smucker's Discontinued Snack'n Waffles Fans Need To Try Arlington Valley Farms' Version

    For anyone who was a fan of Smucker's discontinued Snack'n Waffles, you need to go grocery shopping and give Arlington Valley Farms' version a try.

    By Arianna Endicott July 10th, 2023 Read More
  • frozen cup desserts

    The Classic Southern Frozen Cup Treat That Goes By Many Names

    There's a classic Southern frozen cup treat that has a long and interesting history - and it goes by many, many names. Can you guess what it is?

    By Elias Nash July 10th, 2023 Read More
  • PB Max bar

    The Strange Rumor Surrounding The Discontinued PB Max Bar

    Some may remember a chocolatey and peanut buttery candy called PB Max bar. Unfortunately it's gone, but there persists a strange rumor surrounding its demise.

    By Stacie Adams July 10th, 2023 Read More
  • St. Louis gooey butter cake topped with powdered sugar.

    St. Louis' Gooey Butter Cake Was Created Totally By Accident

    The wildest part of gooey butter cake isn't how good it is - it's that its creation was the result of an oopsie by a baker who read the instructions wrong.

    By C.A. Pinkham July 9th, 2023 Read More
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