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  • Marinara sauce cooking in pot with spoon

    6 Marinara Sauce Recalls That Swept Across The US

    Marinara sauces are not exempt from recalls, sadly. These are some of the biggest marinara sauce recalls that affected millions of people across the U.S.

    By Kevin Haggerty 12 hours ago Read More
  • A green tin lunch box with an apple on top.

    This Is Why Classic Lunch Boxes Were Made Of Metal

    An emblazoned tin lunch box was a required and desired accessory for American schoolchildren for decades. But why were these classic containers made of metal?

    By M Lavelle 13 hours ago Read More
  • Server handing over a hot dog to a customer

    The Iconic Hollywood Hot Dog Stand That First Opened In The 1940s

    Founded nearly 100 years ago in the 1940s, this classic hot dog stand has seen the rise of Hollywood, hosting larger-than-life stars along the way.

    By Jack Rose 2 days ago Read More
  • chocolate cake sliced

    The Depression-Era Cake We Don't See People Eat Anymore

    Many great recipes were developed in the Depression era, including baked goods like this fluffy chocolate cake that only requires minimal pantry staples.

    By Danielle Esposito 3 days ago Read More
  • Generic bowl of cereal

    The 10 Worst Cereal Recalls To Ever Hit The US

    Yes, even cereal can be affected by food recalls. These are some of the worst ever recalls for them in the United States, affecting Froot Loops to Quaker Oats.

    By Sophie Morelli 4 days ago Read More
  • Bowl of vanilla ice cream covered in berries, an empty cone beside it

    This Vintage Ice Cream Flavor Depended On Whale Poop (Yes, Really)

    While it may seem extreme, there are many cases of animal excrement used in food, like Kopi Luwak. In this case, ambergris was once used in ice cream.

    By Jordyn Stone 5 days ago Read More
  • Someone holds two handfuls of huckleberries in the shape of a heart against a wood background

    How The Huckleberry Became The Official Fruit Of 2 US States

    The humble huckleberry is more than a character in a Mark Twain novel. These little blueberry lookalikes are popular in the Northwest, especially in two states.

    By Ilene V. Smith 5 days ago Read More
  • Like Air bag held in front of body of water

    Like Air Snacks: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Like Air Snacks sought to make popcorn safe and easy to eat, but did the Sharks on Shark Tank take a bite of the product or did the owners sink?

    By Ilene V. Smith 5 days ago Read More
  • Milk soup topped with bread

    Forgotten Breakfast Foods That No One Eats Anymore

    Many breakfast foods have come and gone throughout history, and these are some that practically nobody eats anymore, from creamed chipped beef to beer soup.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 5 days ago Read More
  • A bundle of dry bucatini sits on a large cloth.

    Here's Exactly How Bucatini Pasta Is Made

    Bucatini pasta, think that thicker, hollow spaghetti you see in restaurants and across social media, is a wonder. Just how do pasta makers get the hole in it?

    By Max Dean 7 days ago Read More
  • A pot of Alabama white sauce next to some freshly cooked chicken thighs.

    What Makes Alabama's Famous BBQ Sauce White?

    When you think barbecue sauce, most likely something dark and rich (or acidic) comes to mind, unless you're a fan of Alabama white sauce that is.

    By Max Dean 8 days ago Read More
  • Assortment of various pies and pie ingredients

    The Creamy Great Depression Pie Everyone Forgot About

    This creamy pie was born out of necessity and often made with what was on hand. It's just one of many old-fashioned Southern desserts ready for a revival.

    By M Lavelle 9 days ago Read More
  • Frozen food section in a supermarket

    16 Biggest Frozen Food Recalls To Sweep The US

    Frozen foods may be convenient, but they carry plenty of potential for contamination. Check out some of the largest frozen food recalls in the country.

    By Vicky Wanja 10 days ago Read More
  • Julia Child smiling on the set of her TV show

    Julia Child Swore By This Old-School Kitchen Tool

    Julia Child did more than just bring French cuisine to Americans; she introduced us to many culinary tools that make cooking easier, including the buffalo iron.

    By Jordyn Stone 10 days ago Read More
  • Cereal box in cereal aisle advertising prizes

    The 5 Best Cereal Box Prizes From The '80s That Made Breakfast Fun

    Few things were more exciting when you were a kid than getting the prize inside the cereal box. If you grew up in the 1980s, some toys were extra special.

    By Ilene V. Smith 10 days ago Read More
  • A platoon of soldiers eats at long mess tables

    The Vintage Breakfast Dish That Became A US Army Staple

    A staple of military eating since at least 1910, one vintage breakfast dish is full of sodium, earning both fervent love and affectionate disdain.

    By Eli Cohen 10 days ago Read More
  • Eating a massive burger

    8 Outrageous Fast Food Burgers Nearly Everyone Forgot About

    From athlete partnerships to T.V. show-inspired creations, there are some pretty wacky fast food burgers that have come and gone. These are the most outrageous.

    By Dani Zoeller 11 days ago Read More
  • drive in restaurant sign

    16 Discontinued Fast Food Chains We Wish Still Existed

    When fast food was first invented, there was a boom of chains that appeared around the world. These are the ones that we miss that didn't last to today.

    By Drew Mortier 11 days ago Read More
  • Taco Bell restaurant sign

    13 Discontinued Taco Bell Items We Desperately Miss

    Taco Bell seems to let items go and bring new ones in so fast. But there are some menu items we just can't let go off and wish we could taste one more time.

    By Drew Mortier 12 days ago Read More
  • a cup of soda

    Old-School Sodas That Time Forgot

    Not all sodas have stood the test of time like Pepsi and Coca-Cola have. From Jolt to Slice to Like Cola, these are old-school sodas that aren't around anymore.

    By Drew Mortier 12 days ago Read More
  • The founder of 180 Cup, Solomon Fallas, speaks to the Sharks

    180 Cup: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    180 Cup made waves when the founder, Solomon Fallas, appeared on "Shark Tank," but how has the company fared since, and what happened to its deal?

    By Ilene V. Smith 13 days ago Read More
  • Assorted rustic pies

    The Sweet Vintage Pie That Was Created By Accident

    There's a truly unique and wonderfully sweet pie from the past that slowly became a beloved classic, all thanks to one fortunate little accident.

    By Eli Cohen 14 days ago Read More
  • Someone picks up a potato from a large stack of potatoes

    The Country That Consumes The Most Potatoes Isn't America Or Ireland

    When you think of potatoes, you may think of America (fries, anyone?) or Ireland (thanks to the Great Famine), but neither is the country that eats the most.

    By Nikita Ephanov 14 days ago Read More
  • Assorted soups on a table in various colors

    Vintage Soups We Miss Seeing On Restaurant Menus

    While some vintage soups have remained ubiquitous on restaurant menus throughout the country, these have not. From turtle soup to consommé, we miss them.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 15 days ago Read More
  • Freezer case loaded with various flavors of ice creams

    Old-School Ice Cream Flavors That Have Nearly Vanished From The Freezer

    From date nut to tutti frutti, these old school ice cream flavors have faded out of style and are only available in select places, if at all.

    By Kevin Haggerty 15 days ago Read More
  • WWII rations tied down for transport with other military supplies

    13 Old-School Foods You Didn't Know Came From Wartime

    Before you take a sip of your cappuccino or pop a handful of M&Ms in your mouth, take a moment to consider why they came to be from times of war.

    By Kevin Haggerty 19 days ago Read More
  • A meat mushroom vegan bacon sandwich on white bread

    Meat The Mushroom: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Meat the Mushroom is a company that turns mushroom into something as crunchy and delicious as bacon, but how did the founders handle Shark Tank?

    By Eli Cohen 20 days ago Read More
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