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  • harvesting dandelion greens

    This Depression-Era Salad Is The Definition Of Resourceful

    The Great Depression required many Americans to get creative in the kitchen. This salad is a great example of a nutritious meal made from foraged food.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 9 days ago Read More
  • U.S. President Harry S. Truman laughing

    Why President Truman's Old Fashioned Would Put Modern Cocktails To Shame

    There are all kinds of refreshing mixed drinks out there, but few cocktails are as bold or as bracing as President Harry S. Truman's old fashioned.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 9 days ago Read More
  • person choosing bread

    The Price Of Bread In 1950 Will Make Your Head Spin

    Bread is an integral part of many people's diets, so its cost is carefully observed. Too bad today's bread doesn't cost what it did in the 1950s.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 10 days ago Read More
  • Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire

    ​​Ginger Rogers' Favorite Post-Rehearsal Meal Was A Classic Southern Dish

    Ginger Rogers surely worked up an appetite while rehearsing dance numbers with Fred Astaire, and there's one dish she craved at the end of the day.

    By Amy Andrews 11 days ago Read More
  • Julia Child smiling and holding a knife and vegetables

    Julia Child's Iconic Version Of Cranberry Sauce Gets A Boost From These Flavorful Ingredients

    Give your cranberry sauce new life by preparing Julia Child's flavor-packed take on the classic holiday condiment that features these four ingredients.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 11 days ago Read More
  • Roasted chicken supreme with creamy mushroom sauce and herbs in a cast iron skillet on beige cloth.

    The Old-School French Chicken Dish That's Too Flavorful To Stay Forgotten

    When you're not sure what to do for dinner, consider giving chicken a classic French twist. This flavorful spin will have you making it again and again.

    By Robert Bruce 11 days ago Read More
  • Eggs appear beside dollar bills in a carton.

    You Won't Believe How Much A Carton Of Eggs Cost In 1980

    High egg prices have been a hot topic over the past year, but you might be surprised to learn how much a dozen of them cost in 1980.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 11 days ago Read More
  • Andrew Jackson statue at the White House

    The Day Whiskey Punch Nearly Brought Down The White House

    In the White House's history, there are few days as infamous as the one in which a revelrous crowd nearly demolished the place. Here's what to know.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 11 days ago Read More
  • Smoked eels hanging out to dry

    How Eel Pie Became A Vintage British Favorite Then Suddenly Disappeared

    Discover the fascinating history of the rise and fall of eel pie. This street food was once a common sight in London and is now almost impossible to find.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 11 days ago Read More
  • A black and white photo of Teddy Roosevelt

    The Minty Cocktail President Theodore Roosevelt Used To Charm His Cabinet

    President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt absolutely adored this minty cocktail. In fact, he loved it so much that he often used it to charm his cabinet.

    By Sean Pagnotti 11 days ago Read More
  • C-3PO from the Star Wars franchise

    This Old-School Star Wars Cereal From The '80s Had A Fun Surprise Inside

    One Star-Wars-themed cereal from the 1980s was inspired by a lovable character, and it featured a special surprise inside for those who bought a box.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 12 days ago Read More
  • a freshly cooked classic casserole being laid on a table to cool

    The Underrated Old-School Casserole My Grandma Made On Repeat

    Casseroles have long been a staple of American home cooking, so there are many you may not have tried. This old-school casserole should be top of your list.

    By Marco Sumayao 12 days ago Read More
  • new england clam chowder in a bread bowl

    How Bread Bowls Went From A Medieval Staple To A Match Made In Heaven For Chowder

    Bread bowls are a popular way to serve chowder, but they had to move through both Medieval history and U.S. history to become a chowder-serving staple.

    By Marco Sumayao 12 days ago Read More
  • Fried burrito in a basket with small plastic cups of sour cream and lettuce

    The Southwestern Gas Station Chain Famous For Its Fried Burritos

    If you're driving through the Southwestern U.S., you might want to stop at this gas station chain founded in New Mexico in 1956 for its famous fried burrito.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 12 days ago Read More
  • vintage photo of a 1950s kitchen with a smiling woman and appliances

    The Old-School Appliance You Don't See In Kitchens Much Anymore

    Some vintage appliances come and go, and then come back. Others, like this old-school drink-making item, aren't found much anymore in modern kitchens.

    By Tara Bowen 13 days ago Read More
  • a chocolate ice cream sundae and glass mug at a retro drive-in display

    The Old-School Ice Cream Drive-In Still Serving Nostalgia By The Scoop

    If you thought car hops and curbside service were lost to time, visit this vintage ice cream drive-in serving up sweet memories and sweeter scoops in Indiana.

    By Marco Sumayao 13 days ago Read More
  • A bundle of wrapped-up Mississippi delta tamales.

    Mississippi Delta Hot Tamales: The Traditional Mexican Cuisine Wrapped In Southern Roots

    Discover this spicy take on a Mexican classic that has several origin stories, blending Mexican tradition with Southern flavor in the Mississippi Delta.

    By Tim Forster 13 days ago Read More
  • Celery cut up in a bowl

    The Old-School Appetizer That Gives Boring Celery A Pop Of Flavor

    While celery does have its own mild taste, it also operates as something of a blank flavor canvas, and dishes like this retro appetizer can bring it to life.

    By Jenna Rapsis 15 days ago Read More
  • Military soldiers eating a meal.

    The Old-School Army Dish That Quietly Fed An Entire Generation

    Keeping several soldiers fed is no small task. That's why the U.S. military developed a quick-and-filling recipe with dried beef as the key ingredient.

    By Julia Mullaney 16 days ago Read More
  • Landing craft of supply U.S. forces on Okinawa during WW 2

    The Fascinating Role Potatoes Played During A WWII Submarine Battle

    Learn how potatoes played a surprising role in a WWII submarine battle, becoming one of the quirkiest little known legends in naval history.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 17 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a display of various root vegetables

    This Forgotten Root Veggie That Was A Favorite During Victorian Times

    You've likely never heard of this root vegetable, but it was once a favorite in Victorian times and has recently found its way back to modern-day kitchens.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 17 days ago Read More
  • Philly cheesesteak with provolone and onions

    The Original Philly Steak Sandwich Didn't Have An Ounce Of Cheese

    Not many sandwiches are quite as representative of a city as the Philly cheesesteak. But did you know when it was first created it didn't have cheese?

    By Amanda Berkey 18 days ago Read More
  • Fresh blueberries spilling out of a basket

    The Old-School East Coast Blueberry Dessert That Gives Cobbler A Run For Its Money

    This sweet, bubbling East Coast classic is a dessert you don't want to miss. It's a comforting, low-key answer to your typical cobbler treat.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 18 days ago Read More
  • person opening vintage blue fridge door

    The Old-Fashioned Fridge Features That Were Way More Functional Than Today's Models

    It's easy for nostalgia to influence memories of the past, but we can't help but wish modern fridges had shelving like the appliances of the 1940s to 1960s.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 18 days ago Read More
  • A fast food burger in a restaurant.

    5 Fast Food Mascots From The '80s And '90s That Deserve A Comeback

    Fast food mascots were everywhere in the 1980s and 1990s, but only a few remain today. Here are the quirky characters we'd like to see in commercials again.

    By Gerard Jones 19 days ago Read More
  • mix of ancient and modern grains in wooden bowls

    What's The Difference Between Ancient Grains And Modern Ones?

    There are many grains on store shelves, though most can be divided into ancient or modern varieties. Here are the key differences between the two.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 19 days ago Read More
  • Breakfast food on a table

    This Breakfast Spot Is Long Gone, But The Pharmacy That Owned It Isn't

    Inside a pharmacy once stood a restaurant famous for serving pancakes, burgers, and all-day favorites. Discover the story behind this nostalgic spot.

    By Jennifer Magid 20 days ago Read More
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