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  • 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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
  • A variety of mason jars drying on top of a red and white table cloth.

    These 2 Mason Jar Brands Are Actually Owned By The Same Company

    If you enjoy canning, you may be interested to know that these two popular canning jar brands are owned by the same company and their parts are interchangeable.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • An NYC food cart

    The Halal Dish That Became One Of NYC's Most Iconic Street Foods

    New York City is known for many things, including its historical street food carts. Here's how a simple halal dish became one of NYC's most iconic street foods.

    By Adam Raphael 5 months ago Read More
  • Head shot of Elvis Presley

    Elvis Presley's Favorite Cake Didn't Skimp On The Ingredients

    The King loved to eat food packed with decadent ingredients like peanut butter and bacon, but his favorite cake took the crown for unadulterated richness.

    By Amy Andrews 5 months ago Read More
  • A table spread of Greek food with pita, hummus, skewers, and spanakopita

    This Florida Beach Town Serves Up Some Of The Best Greek Food Outside Of The Aegean

    If you love Greek food with a side of sunshine, this Florida beach town is the place to be. Don't miss the family-owned restaurants and fresh seafood.

    By Ashlen Wilder 5 months ago Read More
  • White House dinner table setting featuring a gold plate, formal invitation, and silverware

    The Vintage Dishware Brand With White House Ties That's Still Worth Collecting Today

    This vintage dishware brand has been around since 1899, it's made plenty of china sets for the White House, and you can still purchase from it today.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 5 months ago Read More
  • Fruit by the Foot next to its packaging

    How Long Is Fruit By The Foot, Really?

    Fruit by the Foot is a lengthy fruit snack, but is it as long as its name implies? A little eyeballing and some measurements reveal the truth.

    By David Bugg 5 months ago Read More
  • Wolfgang Puck smiling at the Academy Awards

    How Wolfgang Puck Used Pizza To Change How People Thought About Cooking In America

    What started with a smoked salmon pizza at a Hollywood restaurant ended up transforming the way an entire country prepared and ate all kinds of food.

    By Robert Bruce 5 months ago Read More
  • Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth II at the Royal Wedding in 1981

    The Timeless Cake Flavor That Has Graced Every British Royal Wedding (Except Harry And Meghan's)

    This timeless cake has been part of most British Royal weddings in the past nearly 200 years. But you might be surprised to find out what flavor it is.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • Multiple bagels piled on top of each other

    West Coast Vs East Coast Bagels: Is There Actually A Difference?

    The battle of the East Coast vs. West Coast continues with the fight over which bagel is better. That is, if there's even a difference in flavor and recipe.

    By Jenna Rapsis 5 months ago Read More
  • A person holding a pack of Creme Savers hard candy

    Why Creme Savers Vanished Completely (And How They Magically Returned)

    Once a purse staple, Creme Savers disappeared without warning. Find out what really happened and how the beloved candy made a surprise comeback.

    By Christopher Hastings 5 months ago Read More
  • A plate of creamed chipped beef on toast

    10 Vintage Breakfast Dishes That Have Faded Away

    It's no secret that tastes change over time and food fads are no exception. These vintage breakfast dishes were once the hottest trends but have now faded away.

    By Stephanie Mee 5 months ago Read More
  • Woman reading a leather-bound cookbook in the kitchen

    The First Edition Of This Antique Cookbook Is Worth Over $4,000 Today

    If you're a food history buff or book collector, you might be interested in this antique cookbook, whose first editions sell for over $4,000 today.

    By Robert Bruce 5 months ago Read More
  • Kardea Brown smiling and wearing a striped dress

    Kardea Brown Gives Hummingbird Cake The Cookie Treatment In Her Take On The Old School Dessert

    Hummingbird cake is a staple in the South, but if you've never tried it (or want to try a different version of it), Kardea Brown's take will have you drooling.

    By Tara Bowen 5 months ago Read More
  • Many uncooked dumplings on a wooden surface

    What's The Difference Between Chinese Dumplings And Korean Dumplings?

    We asked two experts to explain the main differences between Chinese and Korean dumplings. Whichever style you prefer, each one means a delicious meal.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 5 months ago Read More
  • Sammy Davis Jr. smiling and holding up a peace sign

    The Classic Italian Dish That Held A Soft Spot In Sammy Davis Jr.'s Heart

    From acting to singing to dancing, Sammy Davis Jr. was a truly talented entertainer, yet one of his favorite foods was a delicious but humble pasta dish.

    By Allie Fasanella 5 months ago Read More
  • Images of David Bowie in a collage

    David Bowie's Bizarre 1970s Eating Habit That Fueled His Wildest Era

    David Bowie is famous for being an iconic rock 'n' roll star, but he also had an era where he chose to adopt a very bizarre (and dangerous) diet. Here's why.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • Pieces of raw mutton on a black plate with herbs on a black-gray surface

    Why Mutton Is One Meat That Needs To Make A Comeback In America

    Mutton has been adding a hearty base to several types of cuisine around the world. The meat is great for grilling, so why isn't it more popular in America?

    By Eugenia Lazaris 5 months ago Read More
  • Alex Guarnaschelli

    Alex Guarnaschelli's Favorite Dessert Is A Classic Cake That Dates Back To The Early 1900s

    Everyone has a favorite dessert and favorite cake, but not everyone approaches their favorites with the precision and insight of chef Alex Guarnaschelli.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's burger sitting on top of a red and yellow McDonald's burger container

    This McDonald's Burger Failed So Hard, It Earned The Name 'McFlopper'

    McDonald's has introduced plenty of new items to its menu over the decades, but none of them flopped quite as hard as this "healthy" burger.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 months ago Read More
  • A vintage close-up photo of Elvis Presley.

    Elvis' Favorite Pizza Inspired This Modern Day Staple

    Elvis Presley's famous love of rich foods extended to pizza. The King had a favorite, and it actually inspired this staple modern-day pizza topping.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
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