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  • breakfast spread at new england inn

    This Old-School Poor Man's Breakfast Used To Be A New England Staple

    New England has many unique regional foods in its history, but few are as interesting and historically rich as this old-school poor man's breakfast.

    By Marco Sumayao 7 days ago Read More
  • Vintage image of a woman eating breafast

    This Vintage 2-Ingredient 'Breakfast' Is A Wickedly Boozy Way To Start Your Day

    If you're planning a big brunch or just want to enjoy a boozy breakfast on a day off, this vintage two-ingredient breakfast could start your day off right.

    By Ashlen Wilder 7 days ago Read More
  • Salisbury steak with a side of mashed potatoes topped with mushroom gravy and parsley

    Hamburger Steak Vs. Salisbury: What's The Real Difference?

    When it comes to beef patties drowning in delicious gravy, there are two options: A hamburger steak or a Salisbury steak. Here are their real differences.

    By Amanda Berkey 7 days ago Read More
  • Andrew Zimmern doing a cooking demonstration

    The Street Food Scene Andrew Zimmern Thinks Is Underrated

    Andrew Zimmern has tasted food all over the world, so if he says a street food scene in a city is underrated, you should take notice.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 days ago Read More
  • various tin cans

    This Forgotten Old-School Canned Dessert Is Still Around Today

    Canned dessert was once pretty popular — if you're old enough, you might even remember eating it. And this particular old-school brand is still around.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 9 days ago Read More
  • A slice of icebox cake made with Oreo Thins cookies.

    Turn Oreo Thins Into An Icebox Cake In Just A Couple Easy Steps

    Icebox cakes are in a different world from their must-bake varieties. All you need are Oreo Thins cookies and one other ingredient, plus your fridge.

    By Betsy Parks 9 days ago Read More
  • Old Forge pizza in tray

    NEPA Pizza Styles: The Difference Between Old Forge And Sicilian

    In Northeastern Pennsylvania, the native pizzas fall under the umbrella of NEPA pizzas, but there's a difference between Sicilian and Old Forge.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 9 days ago Read More
  • Top of gin cocktail with lemon wedge

    The Boozy Drink That Was Actually Invented Because Of A Well-Known Hoax

    Way, way back in the day, there was a fun and harmless hoax that spread from bar to bar. This hoax even lead to the creation of a time-honored cocktail.

    By Jackson Williams 9 days ago Read More
  • New Orleans-style bbq shrimp

    Don't Expect Any BBQ Flavor If You're Eating Louisiana Barbecue Shrimp

    Louisiana barbecue shrimp is a beloved dish with a rich history. What it doesn't have, confusingly, is any barbecue flavor. Here's why that is.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 10 days ago Read More
  • A typical American salad bar with an abundance of fresh ingredients like lettuce, julienne carrots, bell pepper, and more

    The European Dining Tradition That May Have Inspired The American Salad Bar

    Walk into any restaurant or high-end grocery store and you're likely to see a salad bar. Here's where they have might originated.

    By Macy Sandel 10 days ago Read More
  • glass jar full of peanut butter surrounded by peanuts

    Old-School Peanut Butter Bread Can Be Made Without Eggs, Butter, Or Vanilla

    This Depression-era bread recipe omits eggs, butter, and vanilla in favor of peanut butter, milk, and other ingredients more readily available at the time.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 10 days ago Read More
  • Dark booze in variously sized glasses.

    Move Over Pickleback — This Beefy Steak-Flavored Shot Is The New Party Stunt

    The liquid steak shot is going viral on social media, and while the beefy drink may sound bad to some, others enjoy it. Here's what to know, and how to make it.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 10 days ago Read More
  • an array of raw seafood dishes on display

    15 Raw Fish Dishes You Need To Try That Aren't Sushi

    There are more raw fish dishes worth trying that go well beyond sushi. Here are 15 options to consider when you want to expand your seafood palate.

    By Tysen Ling 10 days ago Read More
  • Cup of McDonald's coffee

    The Shady Reason McDonald's Original 1970s Coffee Stirrers Got Discontinued

    McDonald's and coffee have a long history. One smaller piece of that history is the fascinating reason McDonald's discontinued its coffee stirrers in the '70s.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 10 days ago Read More
  • vintage car with tray, milkshakes, and statue of Bob's Big Boy mascot

    The Downfall Of Bob's Big Boy Hamburgers, Explained

    Bob's Big Boy hamburgers may still be around, but it's as a shell of its former glory. Here's how the legendary chain fell so far from grace.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 10 days ago Read More
  • cafeteria plate with serving bowls and ladles

    The Now-Defunct Chain Restaurant That Was The First To Offer Cafeteria-Style Dining

    A restaurant opened in 1920 was the very first to offer its customers cafeteria meals, featuring a range of home-style menu items at a low price.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 11 days ago Read More
  • Circus peanuts close-up

    The Old-School Dessert You Can Make With Circus Peanut Candies

    Circus peanuts are a much-debated candy, but this strange vintage dessert recipe you can make with circus peanuts will certainly turn heads.

    By Sara Traynor 11 days ago Read More
  • various Taco Bell items and packaging spread out on a counter

    The Vintage Fast Food Chain That Was Wiped Off The Map Thanks To Taco Bell

    Taco Bell didn't always exist. Before it took the world by storm, it had to wipe another vintage Mexican fast food chain off the map and take over the remains.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 11 days ago Read More
  • Bowl of guacamole garnished with cilantro on plate with tortilla chips

    The '90s Introduced America To Guacamole — The Avocado Crush That Came Before Toast

    The 1990s saw Americans fall in love with guacamole as the tasty dip became ever more widespread and popular. But how and why did this happen?

    By A.J. Forget 11 days ago Read More
  • A block of raw ground beef on butcher's paper with fresh tomatoes in the background

    14 Old-School Ground Beef Dishes No One Seems To Make Anymore

    Recipes go in and out of fashion and many once-popular classics end up forgotten. These old-school ground beef dishes have all but vanished from kitchens today.

    By Stephanie Mee 11 days ago Read More
  • The Beatles circa 1964

    The Beatles' Favorite Drink Was A Combination Of Classic Flavors

    The Beatles' music style changed over time, just like their drink choices. But their favorite drink in the early days was a simple three-ingredient cocktail.

    By Tony Cooper 12 days ago Read More
  • A person selecting a packet of ground beef in a grocery store

    11 Of The Biggest Beef Recalls In The US

    Food recalls are unfortunately common and are used to prevent disease outbreaks or head off contaminated food. These beef recalls are the largest in US history.

    By Hayley Verdeyen 12 days ago Read More
  • Culver's ButterBurger Double Deluxe

    How Culver's Came Up With The Idea For The Iconic ButterBurger

    Before being deemed Midwestern royalty and serving now-iconic menu items, Culver's had to decide what their signature item would be. Enter the ButterBurger.

    By Jackson Williams 12 days ago Read More
  • an old-school cafeteria tray with slice of pizza, green Jell-O, and mac and cheese

    What Made Old-School Cafeteria Pizza's Spongy Crust So Delicious?

    The most critical component of the old-school pizza was a pourable crust used by many school cafeterias. Its unique makeup made school pizzas irresistible.

    By Jaime Jacques 12 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of Louisiana gumbo served with a fork and spoon

    12 Best Restaurants In Louisiana For A Bowl Of Gumbo

    When in Louisiana, trying various styles of gumbo can be a great way to exploring the local flavors of one of the most distinctive cultural regions of the U.S.

    By J.A. Strub 12 days ago Read More
  • Cottage cheese on a white plate

    The Rise And Fall Of The '80s Cottage Cheese Diet

    Ah, the 1980s. An era of leg warmers, neon spandex, and VHS tapes. Before kale chips and protein bars, there was the cottage cheese diet, a relic of the era.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 13 days ago Read More
  • Bobby Flay posing at the Wine & Food Festival in 2025

    The NYC Eatery Where Bobby Flay Earned His First Glowing Restaurant Review

    Celebrity chef Bobby Flay's rise to culinary stardom stems back to an honourable mention in a food column review for this New York City restaurant.

    By Tim Forster 13 days ago Read More
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