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  • Kellogg's website with magnifying glass

    Before The Pop-Tart, Kellogg's Invented This Marshmallow Treat

    The Kellogg brand is responsible for the creation of many of our favorite snacks and cereals. But before it put Pop-Tarts on the map, it made this treat famous.

    By Jessica Fleming-Montoya May 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Vintage photo of Feltman's stand

    What It Was Like To Eat At The First Hot Dog Stand

    What began as an innovative spin on a food pushcart, evolved into a restaurant empire. We're reviving the colorful history of the first hot dog stand.

    By Pavlo Fedykovych May 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • mixing cake mix in bowls

    The Discontinued Betty Crocker Cake Mix We'll Probably Never See Again

    This cake mix from Betty Crocker was beloved in the '70s and '80s, but we've likely seen the last of it on our store shelves. Here's why.

    By Kalea Martin May 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Queen Camilla smiling

    One Of Queen Camilla's Favorite Meals Is A True British Staple

    You can't argue with the comfort food you grew up eating, even though it's rarely fancy. When it comes to go-to snacks the royals are just like anybody else.

    By Elaina Friedman May 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Plain and chocolate glazed crullers

    What Are Cruller Donuts (And Where Do They Come From)?

    Crullers stand out from other donuts because of their shape, but it turns out they have an interesting origin story. You can find versions all over the world.

    By S. Ferrari May 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Diner counter with stools

    The Origin Story Of The Iconic American Diner

    Today, stepping into a classic diner will take you back in time, but it wasn't always like that. This is the origin story of the iconic American diner.

    By Erin Metz April 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Delmonico's in 1880

    What It Was Like To Eat At The First Steakhouse

    Delmonico's, America's first steakhouse, offered a dining experience that was unlike anything else in the US. Here's what it was like when it opened.

    By Jacob Smith April 28th, 2024 Read More
  • sliced flat iron steak

    Flat Iron Steak Was Invented Way More Recently Than You Think

    One of the most popular cuts today, the flat iron steak hasn't been around very long. Here's a brief history of how this relative newbie came to be.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 27th, 2024 Read More
  • spam musubi

    The Spam 'Fact' You Probably Shouldn't Believe

    Spam may be the most famous products with a varied reputation. Whether you love or hate it, you probably shouldn't believe this 'fact' about Spam.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 26th, 2024 Read More
  • penne alla vodka

    The Murky Origins Of Pasta Alla Vodka

    It doesn't seem that many people can agree on the origins of pasta alla vodka. Here are some of the theories behind its rise in popularity.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Pizza Hut meat-lovers' pizza

    13 Pizza Hut Menu Items From The 1990s You Probably Forgot About

    Pizza Hut introduced all kinds of menu items in 1990s. From Bigfoot Pizza to buffalo wings, we're taking a look at the ones you've probably forgotten about.

    By Pavlo Fedykovych April 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • McDonald's big mac

    The McDonald's 'No-Quit Policy' That Got The Internet In A Tizzy

    McDonald's has been accused of violating labor laws in the past, but a somewhat recent 'no-quit policy' spread like wildfire and had the internet in a tizzy.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of ramen

    How The US Navy Accidentally Helped Create Modern Ramen

    With its warm broth and filling noodles, ramen is one of the most popular international comfort foods the U.S. Navy accidentally helped create.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 20th, 2024 Read More
  • overhead view of peanut butter blossoms

    The Peanut Butter Blossom Cookie Was Created To Fix A Total Baking Fail

    Some of our favorite treats were made by accident. Did you know that the peanut butter blossom cookie was created to fix a total baking fail?

    By S. Ferrari April 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Kettle corn in wooden bowl

    Kettle Corn's Origin Story Goes Back Further Than You'd Think

    Sweet-and-salty kettle corn was popular for a century, fell out of favor for another, then made a comeback at the turn of this one, thanks to historical events.

    By S. Ferrari April 17th, 2024 Read More
  • sliced meatloaf with ketchup glaze

    Meatloaf's Origins May Go All The Way Back To Ancient Rome

    Meatloaf is as American as apple pie. Or is it? Thousands of years ago, ancient Romans were cooking up a recipe remarkably similar to the dish we know today.

    By C.A. Pinkham April 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Gidget the Taco Bell Chihuahua

    10 Taco Bell Menu Items From The 1990s You Probably Forgot About

    Taco Bell was everywhere in the '90s, expanding its menu and experimenting with tons of new items, not all of which lasted. Here are some you may not remember.

    By Jay Wilson April 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Baguettes in brown bags

    The Fascinating Superstition Surrounding Upside Down Baguettes

    If you know much about European history, you may know about a fascinating superstition surrounding upside-down baguettes served and sold in France.

    By Nick Johnson April 14th, 2024 Read More
  • different kinds of brigadeiros

    Brazil's Iconic Brigadeiros Have A Political Past

    Brigadeiros are a national dish of Brazil. But is a one-time presidential candidate, who happened to be single and attractive, really to thank for them?

    By Tom Maxwell April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • vintage woman holding cake

    15 Boxed Cake Flavors That Are Probably Gone Forever

    For decades, brands have been introducing new cake mix flavors to their lineups, only to take them away when they don't sell as well as the old standbys.

    By Bryn Gelbart April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • cans of surge

    Why Surge Was Discontinued (And Where To Find It In 2024)

    Nostalgia is real, especially when thinking about your once-favorite food and drinks. Why was the brightly colored Surge discontinued? Can you still find it?

    By Stacie Adams April 13th, 2024 Read More
  • 1980s retro McDonald's interior

    The Sticky Bakery Item McDonald's Rolled Out In The '80s

    In the wild and fast-paced days of the 1980s, the Golden Arches took a risk and rolled out one particularly sticky menu item as part of its bakery offerings.

    By Stacie Adams April 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Piece of chocolate ice cream cake

    The Mysterious Origins Of The Classic Ice Cream Cake

    If you love cake and ice cream, you may enjoy a good slice of ice cream cake. But where did this delightful treat come from? Its origins are pretty mysterious.

    By Greta Pano April 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Closeup of a peanut butter and pickle sandwich

    The Origin Of The Peanut Butter And Pickle Sandwich

    The peanut butter and pickle sandwich presents an odd pairing that may not sound appetizing - but it is loved by many. So, how did this unusual sandwich start?

    By Erin Metz April 10th, 2024 Read More
  • chalupas poblanas cooking in oil

    What You Should Eat This Cinco De Mayo (Hint: It's Not Tacos)

    Ditch the nachos and seven-layer dips to try the delicious street foods that they eat at the biggest Cinco de Mayo celebration in Mexico. You won't regret it.

    By Madalyn Mackarey April 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Filet-O-Fish sandwich on table

    McDonald's Used To Have A Mascot For Its Iconic Filet-O-Fish Sandwich

    You might be familiar with Ronald McDonald, Grimace, and the Hamburglar, but did you know that McDonald's once had a mascot for its Filet-O-Fish sandwich?

    By Erin Metz April 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Pimento cheese sandwiches on board

    Here's Why Pimento Cheese Is Such A Big Deal At The Masters

    The Masters has been prominent in Augusta, Georgia, since the 1940s. Pimento cheese has been a part of the tournament just as long. Why is it such a big deal?

    By C.A. Pinkham April 6th, 2024 Read More
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