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  • an old country buffet exterior

    Here's Why You Don't See Old Country Buffet Locations Anymore

    Old Country Buffet used to be a go-to spot if you had a hankering for anything and everything, but one day it vanished. Here's what happened.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 8 hours ago Read More
  • Wonka Bar hanging in store display

    The Reason The Real Wonka Chocolate Bars Were Discontinued

    Wonka Bars are the signature chocolate of the movies based on Willy Wonka. Find out why these chocolate bars are not available for fans to buy today.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 9 hours ago Read More
  • tonic water being poured from bottle with lemon and ice

    The Bitter Truth About Tonic Water's Medicinal Beginnings

    Tonic water has a bitter ingredient that has been used to treat illnesses for centuries. Take a look at the medicinal history of quinine and tonic water.

    By Nikita Ephanov 9 hours ago Read More
  • A Burger King combo meal with fries, chicken fries, chicken nuggets, and a drink in a Burger King cup.

    The Burger King Item That Simply Flopped In America

    Burger King has had its fair share of controversies over the years, but there's one menu item that just didn't seem to attract American fast food fans.

    By Brianna Gunter 15 hours ago Read More
  • American writer Mark Twain

    The Old-School Indiana Bar That's Allegedly Served Mark Twain, Al Capone, And Neil Armstrong

    This bar in Indiana has seen it all, including historic writers, gangsters, astronauts, and even presidents. Here's why this bar has been around for so long.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 1 day ago Read More
  • Glass beer mug on wooden table

    11 Of The Biggest Beer Recalls Of All Time

    You may not even realize beer can be recalled, but like any other food item, it can. These are some of the biggest beer recalls in recent history.

    By Stephen McPhee 2 days ago Read More
  • Several different plates of sausage sit on a table with green garnishes

    A Guide To Sausages Around The World

    Sausages vary in taste, preparation, and ingredients depending on where you are. Here is an all-encompassing guide as you try sausages around the world.

    By Sarah Dealy 2 days ago Read More
  • Slice of wet-bottom shoofly pie

    The Story Behind This Old-School Pie's Oddly Memorable Name

    There's an old-school pie from Pennsylvania that has an oddly memorable name, and there's a neat story behind it. Maybe you've heard of it, maybe you haven't.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 days ago Read More
  • toasted sandwich with lettuce, tomatoes, and ham

    The Old-School Sandwiches Packed With A Vegetable You Rarely See Between Bread Nowadays

    Tomato and cucumber may be popular sandwich fillings even today, but there was once a time when this crisp root vegetable was also a staple between bread.

    By Nikita Ephanov 2 days ago Read More
  • An open Krispy Kreme box with lid showing logo

    The Staggering Price Tag Of Krispy Kreme's Bougiest Custom-Made Donut

    Anyone lucky enough to find themselves at a Krispy Kreme can dig into an affordable box of donuts, but this costly dunker is one you won't see in person.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 3 days ago Read More
  • Route 66 coffee mugs on a diner table

    How Old-School Lunch Wagons Paved The Way For Modern Diners

    Diners are a classic part of American food culture for a decent cup of joe and comfort food. Who knew these establishments actually started out on wheels?

    By Allie Fasanella 3 days ago Read More
  • different types of olives in black bowl

    Everything You Need To Know About Olives

    Olives are a great ingredient you can add to so many meals or are delicious on their own. Find out everything you need to know about this Mediterranean fruit.

    By Sarah Moore 3 days ago Read More
  • Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur

    This Low-Key Icelandic Hot Dog Stand Has A Seriously Star-Studded Following

    While touring the beautiful country of Iceland, make sure to stop at this popular hot dog stand and follow in the footsteps of a countless number of stars.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 3 days ago Read More
  • Cubes of raw chicken in a wooden bowl.

    The New York Sandwich That Makes Cubed Chicken The Star

    Chicken cutlet and Southern-fried chicken sandwiches may be better known, but one regional sandwich in New York State gives cubed chicken the royal treatment.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 4 days ago Read More
  • Bowl of corn with crumbly cheese and cilantro

    Mexican Street Corn Sauce Is The Unexpectedly Versatile Salad Dressing You Should Be Using

    Mexican street corn sauce is not just best paired with elote. Here are other ways you can use this unexpectedly versatile salad dressing.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 4 days ago Read More
  • a plate of coffee jello next to a jar of spilled coffee beans

    This Questionable Vintage Coffee Jell-O Recipe May Actually Have Potential

    A 1904 recipe combines coffee with a fruity Jell-O flavor. Considering coffee jelly's historic popularity in Japan and New England, we're intrigued by the idea.

    By Sean Pagnotti 5 days ago Read More
  • Filet-O-Fish

    How McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Beat Out The Competition To Become The First Non-Hamburger Menu Option

    Before the beloved Filet-O-Fish became a staple on the McDonald's menu, it actually had to beat out this unique burger for its coveted spot.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 5 days ago Read More
  • Del Taco combo meal with tacos, fries, and a soda

    The US City With The World's Oldest Operating Del Taco

    Fast food chain Del Taco's rich history is not common knowledge. Believe it or not, one of the first locations in the country is still operating to this day!

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 days ago Read More
  • Chocolate meringue topped pie

    The Vintage Chocolate Pie No One Seems To Make Anymore

    What was once a delicacy to many has now seemingly been lost to history. However, this chocolate pie's return to the dinner table is long overdue.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 5 days ago Read More
  • Shelves of loaves of bread in a bakery

    The Story Behind The Oldest Operating Bakery In The World

    Even world-shaping events haven't shut down the oldest operating bakery, which first opened in 1331. Here's what to know about its delicious history.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 6 days ago Read More
  • Red Juneteenth foods

    Here's Why Red Food Is Traditionally Eaten On Juneteenth

    Juneteenth celebrations are marked by bright red velvet cakes, vibrant watermelon salads, and crimson hibiscus teas. But why is the color red so significant?

    By Jackson Williams 6 days ago Read More
  • A tea bag being removed from a cup of tea

    Here's Why Tea Is Called 'A Cuppa' In The UK

    The British are known for enjoying a strong cup of tea, so much so that they even have their own slang for it, often referring to it as a "cuppa."

    By Eugenia Lazaris 6 days ago Read More
  • Green bundt Jell-O dessert

    The US State That Could Single-Handedly Keep Jell-O In Business

    Jell-O has a special place in the hearts (and on the dining tables) of many Americans, but this U.S. state eats more Jell-O than any other by far.

    By Jackson Williams 6 days ago Read More
  • Jell-o salad layered with carrots and other ingredients

    We Can Never Let This Jell-O Potato Salad See The Light Of Day Again

    Some vintage foods were awesome. Others were questionable, if not a total misstep. It goes without saying that jellied potato salad needs to stay in the past.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago Read More
  • hand holding White Castle slider surrounded by other food items

    The Mysterious Origins Of The Burger Slider

    If you've ever been to a pub, sliders are probably on the menu. But how did these famous tiny burgers become a fast food staple? Here's what to know.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 7 days ago Read More
  • A split image with a bowl of birria on the left and an al pastor meat spit on the right

    Birria Vs Al Pastor: What's The Difference Between These Mexican Staples?

    When it comes to Mexican cuisine, few dishes are as popular as tacos al pastor and birria, but what are these dishes and what makes them different?

    By Tim Forster 7 days ago Read More
  • display case full of pies

    This Old-School Pie Might Not Be For Everyone, But It's Beloved In Iowa

    There's an old-school pie that's beloved out in Iowa that's absolutely not for everyone, but it's at least worth a try. Here's what you need to know.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 7 days ago Read More
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