Jif peanut butter dominates the market, but it wasn't always called that. Here's the wildly different name and branding that came before, and why it changed.
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In Julia Child's day, food storage was something you had to seriously consider. She stored her onions in pantyhose, and to this day, so should you.
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This syrup has been enjoyed by Alabamians for generations, and you'll love putting it on your biscuits as much as you'll love baking it into your pecan pies.
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From the Space Age design of the 1960s to the iconic tile flooring of the 1920s, we take a deep dive into our favorite retro kitchen designs.
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Unlock the secret to incredible vegetables with this classic Southern cooking method. There's a reason why this historic method creates comforting side dishes.
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Sliced bread is something we take for granted today. It feels like it's been around awhile, but in the grand scheme, it's still pretty new.
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Some dishes are old-school favorites but rarely grace dinner tables anymore. Why they fall out of favor is anyone's guess, but this one deserves a comeback.
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Cracker Barrel is steeped in Southern history, and it extends to its famous buttermilk pancakes and biscuits, thanks to this Tennessee company.
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Missouri has its own bourbon now, and like Kentucky bourbon, it has its own set of production requirements. Here's how it differs from Kentucky bourbon.
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The 1950s came with household changes that paved the way for how we eat today. This trend escalated in the 1960s, and our home-meal landscape forever changed.
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The hot dog is in quite the history battle, both for its name and invention. Some think it all began in Roman times, while others attribute it to the 1800s.
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When something works, there's no reason to change it, and this particular sub shop has been creating its signature Italian sub the same way since the '50s.
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Texas Roadhouse may be known for its over-the-top Western dining style and neon lights, but its early days told a different story.
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Londoners had the opportunity to partake in a tasting experience like no other that included 10 meals in 24 hours. It was dubbed The 200 Club.
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Founded in the 1890s, this Southern cornmeal mix company became popular thanks to a morning radio show highlighting country music in Nashville.
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Elvis Presley had a handful of rather specific dining habits. Peanut butter and banana pudding aside, his kitchen always had several cans of this soda.
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Of all the creams that have been worked into delicious desserts by Italian bakers, this is one of the fruitiest, and has been since the 1970s.
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This French fine dining dish used to be ultra trendy in the U.S. While it's still available at certain restaurants, it's fallen out of favor. Here's why.
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The Renaissance was an incredible time in history, especially for the foods being eaten in Italy. Here are some of the tastiest dishes they were chowing on.
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Guy Fieri's most famous show has been running for two decades, but he hosted a few other series along the way. This one seems to be the shortest.
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Rich spices, slow cooking, and shared meals help define Ethiopian cuisine. These must-try dishes showcase its bold flavors and centuries-old traditions.
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In-N-Out was once copied so directly by a fast food chain that many of the two restaurants' offerings were almost identical, so a lawsuit ensued.
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Coca-Cola may be a refreshingly sweet, carbonated drink but can you identify the flavors? The actual recipe remains a secret but here's what we know.
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Little Debbie has been owned by the same family for decades, and the company has majorly expanded (and picked up more brands) as its success has grown.
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Some food mascots are born only to quietly fade away a few years later. The Jolly Green Giant, however, has maintained star power for so long.
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When you dine out at a sushi restaurant, there are certain types of fish you're going to see on the menu, no matter what. These are the most common.
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If you're a baker and a history buff, you should know that you can own a piece of American history with a sourdough starter that traveled the Oregon Trail.
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