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  • A woman stands in front of a supermarket shelf filled with out of focus canned products

    The Old-School Canned Vegetarian Protein We Don't See Anyone Eating Anymore

    This tasty peanut-based plant protein came in a can and could be used in a wide variety of dishes. It was all the rage among vegetarians in the late 1900s.

    By Nick Rivera 4 months ago Read More
  • A pint of beer sits on a bar counter

    These Were Some Of The Most Expensive Beers In The World. Were They Worth It?

    There are some limited-edition beers that were crazy expensive. We're talking about thousands of dollars for a single bottle. Yup.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • An assortment of prepackaged snacks in a pile.

    '90s Snacks That Were The Peak Of Cool — Now They're Just Weird

    The '90s might have never gone out of fashion, but not everything that was cool then has remained relevant, and that includes old kids' snacks.

    By Kate Row 4 months ago Read More
  • Overhead view of a dish of kedgeree

    Outdated Egg Dishes You Rarely See Anymore

    Eggs are versatile and nutritious, and they've been used in a dazzling number of recipes over the years, with many having fallen out of favor in modern times.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • several frozen dinner boxes from swanson, libbyland, and freezer queen

    Old School Frozen TV Dinners That Everyone Forgot About

    Ah, the wonders of TV dinners. Early Swanson and Banquet frozen TV dinners might bring back some sweet memories. Here's a list of old school TV dinners.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • Ground beef being processed in plant

    8 Of The Biggest Ground Beef Recalls In American History

    Despite all the controls in place, unsafe ground beef can still make its way to consumers. We explore some of the nation's biggest ground beef recalls.

    By Felicia Lee 4 months 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 4 months ago Read More
  • Glass mug of pumpkin spice latte topped with whipped cream, pumpkin pie syrup, anise, and cinnamon sticks with an orange pumpkin and spices in the background

    Who Invented The Pumpkin Spice Latte?

    While the pumpkin spice latte is ubiquitous now (especially in the fall), the question of who invented it and how it started isn't so easy to answer.

    By Tiffany Betts 4 months ago Read More
  • Beef in cooler at grocery store

    What Is MSM Beef And Why Is It Banned In The US?

    Mechanically separated meat (MSM) used to be a big player in America's processed food scene, but those days are long gone after the U.S. followed Europe's lead.

    By Alexa Valme 4 months ago Read More
  • Pineapple upside-down cake

    Vintage Dishes That Are Suddenly Cool Again

    Old-fashioned favorites like pimento cheese, baked Alaska, and meatloaf may have seemed passé a few years ago, but they're making a big comeback.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • Greek yogurt in a bowl, with a spoon on the side

    10 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 4 months ago Read More
  • Italian beef sandwich with extra giardiniera on the side and french fries on a wooden board

    Italian Beef Vs French Dip: How These Sandwiches Differ

    The Italian beef and French dip are icons of the sandwich world. It's easy to get them confused because of their similarities, though, so here's the difference.

    By Tiffany Betts 4 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of chili and a cinnamon roll

    Cinnamon Rolls And Chili? In This State, It's A Staple Combo

    Though it seems like an odd pairing, cinnamon rolls and chili work well together, and combining the two is wildly popular in this Midwestern state.

    By Karen Hart 4 months ago Read More
  • A plate of blackened chicken with rice and vegetables

    9 Old-School Southern Chicken Dishes That Need To Make A Comeback

    The Southern states have some of the strongest culinary traditions in the US, with plenty of once-popular dishes that deserve to come back to dinner tables.

    By Felicia Lee 4 months ago Read More
  • A child looking for a toy inside a cereal box from the 1950s

    12 Vintage Cereal Box Toys That Could Be Worth A Pretty Penny Today

    If you've got a stash of vintage cereal box toys from decades past, you might be able to fetch a hefty price for them on auction sites like Ebay.

    By Amanda Ketola 4 months ago Read More
  • Bruce Willis and Sylvester Stallone at a premiere

    This Chain Restaurant Was Actually Founded By Bruce Willis And Sylvester Stallone

    This flashy restaurant chain once drew red carpets, tourists, and hype, backed by some of Hollywood's biggest names, before its rapid decline began.

    By Amrita Ray 4 months ago Read More
  • Deep fried Idaho finger steaks on a wooden board, with french fries and dipping sauce

    Unique Regional Dishes That Deserve National Fame

    From the Midwest to the Deep South, the US is full of regional specialty foods that are virtually unknown anywhere else. Here are some that deserve more love.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • Viennese coffee with whipped cream

    Iced Austrian-Style Coffee Should Be Your New Go-To Morning Drink

    If you love iced coffee and lots of whipped cream, you have to try the cold version of this Austrian drink that has a long and delicious history.

    By Amrita Ray 4 months ago Read More
  • Portrait of Ulysses S. Grant

    President Ulysses S Grant Would Never Touch Steak Cooked Like This

    President Ulysses S. Grant had some unexpected food habits, like eating a vinegar-soaked cucumber for breakfast, and the same goes for his steak preference.

    By Karen Hart 4 months ago Read More
  • An overhead view of a picnic blanket covered in fresh food

    Iconic Picnic Staples From The '60s That Need To Make A Comeback

    Time can change the types of food people eat. Here's a list of some iconic picnic foods people enjoyed in the 1960s that could potentially make a comeback.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • Cherry pie on a white plate placed on a marble table

    10 Classic Pies That Have Nearly Vanished

    We certainly love our pies. Here's several classic pies that most people don't think about too often anymore. Lemon icebox pie anyone?

    By Ashwini Rakhe 4 months ago Read More
  • Dragon's Beard candy cross section spilling with nuts, coconut and sesame seeds on a wooden board

    Dragon's Beard Candy Is An Ancient Chinese Confectionery Similar To This Carnival Classic

    Dragon Beard is a delicious Chinese candy that requires a deft hand to make, but it does share some similarities with a favorite from American carnivals.

    By Nick Rivera 4 months ago Read More
  • Two varieties of canned Mountain Dew on ice

    Are New Mountain Dew Flavors Tied To World Tragedies? The Curse Conspiracy, Explained

    According to certain people online, the release of a new Mountain Dew flavor predicts an upcoming tragedy. Let's see if the evidence holds water.

    By Nick Rivera 5 months ago Read More
  • Liver and onions

    10 Working Families' Dinners That Faded Away

    America has some very interesting food history. Here's a look at working family dinners that were staples at the time, but have since become less popular.

    By Jay Wilson 5 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate handcrafted bonbons and cutted piece of candy with caramel on a black background

    The Popular '70s Candy Bar That Mysteriously Disappeared

    The maker of Mounds once produced a creamy, crispy chocolate bar with ingredients that made it seem like it should have had staying power, but it's long gone.

    By Alexa Valme 5 months ago Read More
  • Pot of chicken and dumplings

    Classic Southern Comfort Foods That Need To Make A Comeback

    These southern comfort foods were and are staples of the region, but they aren't very well-known these days. It's time to give them a nationwide resurgence.

    By Felicia Lee 5 months ago Read More
  • Tapioca pudding

    Comfort Foods That Used To Be Everywhere (But You Rarely See Now)

    Comfort foods can mean many things to different people. Feelings of nostalgia or good times with the family. Here are a few that have all but disappeared.

    By Jay Wilson 5 months ago Read More
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