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Called The 'Foie Gras Of The Sea,' This Seafood Is A Must-Order On Any Sushi Menu

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:05:00 +0000

This rich seafood delicacy has earned comparisons to foie gras. Here's why you should order some the next time you're at a sushi restaurant.

8 Nostalgic Ice Cream Shops That Still Exist, & 4 That Sadly Closed

staff@chowhound.com (Stephanie Mee) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Take a sweet trip down memory lane with nostalgic ice cream shops that defined generations, from beloved classics still open to cherished favorites now gone.

How Did Cowboys' Chili On The Trail Differ From The Classic Comfort Dinner We Know Today?

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:05:00 +0000

Cowboy chili differed from modern versions in many ways, from the meat that it used to the ingredients it was cooked with. Here's how it was made and served.

Forget Butter: Why Traditional British Bakers Still Swear By Suet For The Flakiest Pastries

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0000

British bakers with an eye toward the traditional rely on suet instead of butter to create pastries with the utmost flakiness and tenderness.

How Much A Lobster Dinner Cost In The 1970s

staff@chowhound.com (Robert Bruce) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Way back in the 1970s, you could get many a full meal for less than $10. You could even get lobster dinners, in some cases for shockingly less.

To Help Keep Order At Alcatraz Prison, These Delicious Meals Were Served To Inmates

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 01:25:00 +0000

Alcatraz is a name that still conjures up striking images and feelings in those who hear it. Some of those images should include shockingly great meals.

The Delicious Old-Fashioned Pie That Became An Arkansas Staple

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0000

Arkansas has many delicious dishes to its name, but few are as tasty as this albeit oddly named pie. Here's its history, and its delicious contents.

Are British Biscuits And American Cookies The Same Thing?

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Cookies and biscuits share many of the same ingredients, yet they evolved into distinct treats on opposite sides of the Atlantic. Here's what separates them.

America's Favorite Soy Sauce Brand Is Just As Iconic In Japan

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:05:00 +0000

Soy sauce has a long history, but it didn't take off in the United States until the mid-20th century. Here's the brand that made the biggest impact.

3 Beloved Tomato Sauce Brands That Are Owned By Canned Soup Giant Campbell's

staff@chowhound.com (Eugenia Lazaris) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:25:00 +0000

Canned soup giant Campbell's owns far more than the canned meals it's known for. These three beloved tomato sauce brands are part of Campbell's lineup, too.

14 Ingredients That Used To Dominate Boomers' Kitchens

staff@chowhound.com (Sara Klimek) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:15:00 +0000

Discover the nostalgic ingredients boomers loved, from pantry staples to retro favorites that shaped generations of home cooking and budget-friendly meals.

What American Revolutionary War Soldiers Ate Every Day

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0000

It was not easy being in the army during the Revolutionary War, especially when it came to eating. Here's how soldiers sustained themselves for the fight.

The Potato Didn't Come From Ireland — Its Origins Are Far More Unexpected

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The potato may be heavily associated with Ireland, but the fact is that the tuber didn't originate there. Instead, it came from a different continent.

The Bizarre McDonald's Broccoli Side Dish We're Glad Was Never Released

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:05:00 +0000

McDonald's has released some "experimental" items in the past, but even it knew this side dish never should have seen the light of day. Still, we know its name.

Before Bologna, This German Sausage Sandwich Ruled The 1900s

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:25:00 +0000

While bologna is ubiquitous these days, this German sausage was extremely popular as a sandwich meat during the 20th century. Here's what to know.

10 Old-Fashioned Steakhouse Sides That Make Homemade Steak Dinners Feel Special

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Bring the steakhouse to your dining table with these classic and dependable side dishes that turn ordinary dinner into an experience worth savoring.

The Origins Of Kellogg's Rice Krispies Began In A 1920s Test Kitchen

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:55:00 +0000

Rice Krispies cereal got its start in a Kellogg's test kitchen in the 1920s. W.K. Kellogg himself had this to say when he first poured himself a bowl.

11 Desserts That Defined The 1960s

staff@chowhound.com (Jane Godiner) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0000

From elegant dinner party finales to quick no-bake treats, discover 11 of the most popular desserts that defined the 1960s and why they became classics.

America's First Dollar General Store Still Exists In This US State

staff@chowhound.com (Nicole M. LaMarco) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Dollar General has thousands of stores across the country, but its humble beginnings started with a small family operation. Here's where you can find it today.

Why Eating Utensils Are Made From Silver

staff@chowhound.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:05:00 +0000

The cutlery you reach for everyday is called silverware for a reason, even if that's not what your average casual utensil is made of anymore.