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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Retro 24/7 Diner Chain That Takes You Right Back To The 1950s
Step inside this classic diner chain where shiny stools, bottomless coffee, and hearty comfort food make every meal feel like the 1950s again.
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California's Oldest Existing Restaurant Has Served Up Seafood For More Than 175 Years
Seafood lovers looking to take a bite out of history would do well to seek out this San Francisco restaurant that's been open for well over a century.
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The Vintage Depression-Era Dessert That Paved The Way For Today's Lava Cakes
If you love molten chocolate lava cakes, you'll probably get just as much joy out of this make-do Depression-era treat that was born out of resourcefulness.
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The 14 Best 'Little Italy' Neighborhoods Across The US, Hands Down
There are many 'Little Italy' neighborhoods dotted around the States, but which are worth visiting? Here are the ones people rave about the most.
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This Old School Bacon Lovers' Salad Dressing Deserves A Comeback (And Honestly Should Have Never Left)
For lovers of bacon and salad, there may be no better dressing than this classic condiment that relies on the cured pork product. Here's why it's timeless.
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10 Old-School Thanksgiving Side Dishes You Don't Really See Anymore
Thanksgiving dishes used to have more panache, so we took a trip down memory lane to relive some of the sides that you probably haven't seen in years.
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The Delicious Stuffed Pasta Once Reserved For Italy's Elite
These bite-sized pillows of stuffed pasta said to resemble hats were once seen as extravagant and reserved for Italian nobility and special occasions.
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