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  • One pile of several round bologna slices with a cut-off image of another pile next to it, both on wax paper on a wooden board

    7 Big Bologna Recalls That Affected Lunches Across The US

    Bologna is a popular sandwich meat, meaning that recalls are bound to affect lunches across the US. Here are 7 of the biggest recalls to make a splash.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 4 months ago Read More
  • Three perfectly charred breakfast sausages, pierced by a two-prong fork, set against a black textured background

    Ohio Has Its Own Unexpected Spin On Breakfast Sausage, And It's Worth Trying Out

    This beloved Cincinnati breakfast sausage is anything but basic. Learn about this staple Ohio dish, its history, and how to prepare and enjoy it yourself.

    By Macy Sandel 4 months ago Read More
  • Elvis Presley smiling

    Elvis Presley's Favorite Meatloaf Stands Out For This One Ingredient

    Elvis Presley had a kingly appetite to suit his title. One of his oft requested dishes was a good ol' Southern meatloaf. Only, his used this unusual ingredient.

    By Amara Michelle 4 months ago Read More
  • Priscilla and Elvis Presley cutting their wedding cake

    Elvis Presley's Iconic Wedding Cake Would Cost As Much As A Car Today

    For his iconic wedding to Priscilla, the king of rock and roll had an epic wedding cake that was fit for true American royalty.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 4 months ago Read More
  • Old-school cereals Punch Crunch, Candy Corn Pops and Product 19

    7 Old-School Cereals You've Probably Forgotten About

    Mr. T cereal? Buzz Lightyear cereal? For cereal fans, some of the best are no longer around. We analyze several that we wish were still on shelves.

    By Clarke Conde 4 months ago Read More
  • Gene Kelly

    Gene Kelly Swore By This Cooking Secret To Make Coq Au Vin Shine

    If you want to cook like an old movie star, follow Gene Kelly's ingenuous recipe of coq au vin, including his tip for perfecting the French dish.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 4 months ago Read More
  • different styles of coffee in cups

    The Worst Coffee Recalls Ever Recorded In US History

    Food and drink recalls aren't uncommon in the U.S., including for coffee, one of America's favorite beverages. Here are the worst ones, and why they happened.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 4 months ago Read More
  • Coronation chicken on a bed of lettuce

    The Old School Chicken Dish That Was A Postwar Delicacy In Britain

    This vintage chicken dish quickly became a favorite in Britain in the 1950s, and is still being served up today. Even the Queen loved it, and for good reason.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 4 months ago Read More
  • Elvis in a white jumpsuit singing into a microphone.

    Elvis' First Order At His Favorite Vegas Steakhouse Wasn't Actually Steak

    When the King headed to this famous Las Vegas steakhouse, he skipped out on ordering the steak and asked for another meaty option.

    By Robert Bruce 4 months ago Read More
  • Roy Rogers the singer/actor

    The Vintage Cowboy Fast Food Chain That's Bouncing Back

    This Western-themed fast food restaurant used to have many fans. Now, after a period of nearly disappearing off the map, it's starting to make a comeback.

    By Greta Pano 4 months ago Read More
  • Containers of food, sauce packets, and drinks from Panda Express

    What The Panda Express Menu Looked Like In 1985

    Panda Express now offers iconic dishes such as orange chicken and even desserts, but what did the menu look like in the initial years of the chain's opening?

    By Amara Michelle 4 months ago Read More
  • black and white image of Julia Child

    Julia Child's Favorite Drink Was A Simple 3-Ingredient Cocktail

    Julia Child certainly knew a thing or two about whipping up a classic beverage. But her favorite was one that she invented herself. Here's how to make it.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 4 months ago Read More
  • restaurant table full of breakfast dishes

    8 Old-School Breakfast Chains You Totally Forgot About

    While today it's common to hit up an IHOP or Denny's chain for breakfast, there used to be a lot more breakfast chains that have since faded from history.

    By Emma Kalka 4 months ago Read More
  • Closeup view of cola soda with ice

    The Rise And Fall Of Pepsi's Wacky Breakfast Soda

    Pepsi has seen quite a few soda varieties come and go from its lineup, and one late '80s offering from the brand was actually meant to be a breakfast beverage.

    By Ashlen Wilder 4 months ago Read More
  • close up of 3 chili dogs with toppings

    Get Chili Dogs For Less Than $2 At This Vintage Georgia Joint

    Getting a simple chili dog can cost a shocking amount at some restaurants, but not this historic Georgia stand. Here, you can get a chili dog for less than $2.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 4 months ago Read More
  • A classsic daiquiri is served on a tray.

    The Old School Cuban Cocktail That Pre-Dates The Frozen Drink You Might Be Used To

    There are tons of boozy frozen drinks to sip on when the heat is intense, but the best could actually be just another variation of this classic Cuban cocktail.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 4 months ago Read More
  • exterior of In-N-Out building

    10 Facts About In-N-Out's Burger Only A Fanatic Would Know

    The chain's secrets run deeper than the average cheeseburger connoisseur might know, with quirky traditions, innovative inventions, and a jargon all its own.

    By Tysen Ling 4 months ago Read More
  • Hand picking up a slice of pizza from a pizza box on a red and white checkered tablecloth

    The Unusual Twist That Makes Ohio Valley-Style Pizza One Of A Kind

    Ohio Valley-style pizza takes its place among the United States' plethora of iconic pizza styles, but what is it? Here's what to know about this unique pizza.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 months ago Read More
  • John Lennon playing an acoustic guitar

    The Snack Cake John Lennon Adored (Then Suddenly Couldn't Stand)

    This popular British snack cake John Lennon adored brought him a sense of nostalgia, but he ate so many after The Beatles' success that he got sick of them.

    By Tony Cooper 4 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain speaking with hands open

    The Food Movie Scene That Made Anthony Bourdain Wince

    Anthony Bourdain liked food films for their realism, for how accurately they depicted what goes on in a chef's world. Naturally, this one scene made him wince.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 4 months ago Read More
  • a waitress holding out a chopped salad

    The Popular Florida Salad That Was Made Famous By A Classic Restaurant

    Florida is famous for many things, not least of which is a salad that's been a staple at an iconic Sunshine State restaurant since the 1970s.

    By Sean Pagnotti 4 months ago Read More
  • A series of lined up canned goods

    This Nearly Forgotten Entrepreneur Was A Vintage Canned Food Visionary

    This entrepreneur and visionary changed the canned food game. Her incredible products flew off the shelves and were the blueprint to many successors.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 4 months ago Read More
  • Assorted condiments in white bowls

    The Vintage Condiment Brand That's Older Than The United States

    There's one vintage condiment brand that has been around since the 1800s, and still serves up this high-quality, innovative condiment today.

    By Makenna Smith 4 months ago Read More
  • A child eating from a bowl, the food out of sight, with a glass of water placed in the foreground

    The '90s Breakfast Dish That Made Playing With Food Totally OK

    If you grew up in the late '80s and early '90s, you probably remember eating this staple breakfast dish. Here's why it's not available in stores anymore.

    By Macy Sandel 4 months ago Read More
  • boxes of Original Skittles

    We're Not Sad This Bizarre Skittles Flavor Was Only Around For A Limited Time

    When you think of Skittles a fruity, sweet taste immediately springs to mind, but one thankfully short-lived variety will have you reaching for the sick bucket.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 months ago Read More
  • Two racks of St. Louis-style pork ribs with BBQ sauce

    What Makes St. Louis Truly A BBQ City

    When people in the U.S. think of BBQ, many associate the popular style of cooking with St. Louis. Some even call it a "BBQ city" due to its love for BBQ sauce.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 5 months ago Read More
  • American author Mark Twain

    The Seafood Mark Twain Had A Passion For That Went Far Beyond The Plate

    Author and essayist Mark Twain particularly loved to eat this seafood item, which he enjoyed in many different ways and even wrote about in various pieces.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
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