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  • A closeup of a can of lemon-lime Slice soda, covered in condensation

    What Is Slice Soda? 8 Facts About The Once-Popular Soft Drink That's Making A Comeback

    Slice soda is back! The retro 80s favorite has had a makeover and is returning to stores. If you don't remember it, that's ok. We've got you covered.

    By Chelsea Falin 7 months ago Read More
  • Pop-Tarts with frosting and sprinkles against a dark background

    14 Discontinued Pop-Tarts Flavors We'd Love To See Again

    Pop-Tarts are an iconic breakfast food, with all kinds of flavors released over the years. Here are a few of the best that are no longer in stores.

    By Jay Wilson 7 months ago Read More
  • Cans of Tab Cola on display at a supermarket.

    This Vintage Tab Cola Ad Is Giving Us The Heebie-Jeebies

    A lot of older advertisements can seem outdated, but a particular campaign for now-defunct Tab sugar-free cola is more than a little problematic.

    By Amrita Ray 7 months ago Read More
  • French seafood bouillabaisse stew in an iron pot with bread

    What Type Of Fish Is In Bouillabaisse? The Answer Is A Bit Complicated

    Bouillabaisse is a classic French fish stew with origins in Marseille, but exactly what kind of fish goes into it has changed over time and geography.

    By Alexa Valme 7 months ago Read More
  • Crispy chicken sandwich from Burger King, with a bite taken out of it

    14 Of The Biggest Mistakes Burger King Ever Made

    Burger King has found fast-food success worldwide, but it's made no shortage of mistakes. Here are 14 of the chain restaurant's biggest missteps.

    By Jay Wilson 7 months ago Read More
  • Close-up on tins of Russian caviar

    Fisherman's Snack To Elite Delicacy: The Unusual History Of Caviar

    Caviar is a famously expensive delicacy, but it wasn't always that way. This extravagant seafood has a long history with far more humble beginnings.

    By Amadea Tanner 7 months ago Read More
  • clear cup of black coffee beside coffee beans

    This Award-Winning Colombian Coffee Brand Started As A Bootleg Operation

    Colombian coffee is some of the best that the world has to offer. One notable company used to sell it illegally due to restrictions on domestic production.

    By Garrett Palm 8 months ago Read More
  • Bag of Nacho Cheese Doritos on table

    5 Doritos Super Bowl Commercials That'll Make You Feel Old

    Doritos has been around for many years - and many Super Bowls. Here are 5 Super Bowl commercials the company ran that will make you feel old.

    By Bobby Lewis 8 months ago Read More
  • Whataburger meal on counter

    The State With Hundreds More Whataburger Locations Than Any Other

    Whataburger is a treasured fast-food stop for many people, but it can be hard to find outside its home state, which has hundreds more locations than any other.

    By Alexa Valme 8 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of potato chips

    14 Discontinued Lay's Chips Flavors That Need To Come Back

    Like many potato chip companies these days, Lay's has a strong experimental streak, but many of the 14 discontinued flavors listed here were successes.

    By Jay Wilson 8 months ago Read More
  • Plate of pulled pork

    The Legendary Arkansas BBQ Joint That's So Popular It Doesn't Need A Menu

    Some great restaurants are found only by word of mouth. Some really great restaurants don't even have a menu like this legendary Arkansas barbecue joint.

    By Karen Hart 8 months ago Read More
  • The White House

    The Longest-Running Restaurant In Ohio Served 12 US Presidents

    The longest-running restaurant in Ohio is a beloved inn. It has offered its guests a classic menu, serving a dozen U.S. presidents since its opening.

    By Karen Hart 8 months ago Read More
  • food stands at a street food market in Beijing, China

    The Chinese Street Food That's Been Called The 'World's Oldest Burger'

    One Chinese street food is described by some as "the world's oldest hamburger," here's a brief telling of its very long and interesting history.

    By Amrita Ray 8 months ago Read More
  • can of soda with the contents bursting up from the top

    The Explosive Problem That Caused A Major Soda Recall For Trader Joe's

    An unforseen problem caused a favorite Trader Joe's soda to literally live up to the name "pop." Here's the story of the grocery chain's most explosive recall.

    By Alexa Valme 8 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's bag on wooden table

    We Can't Believe The Horrible Timing Of McDonald's McAfrika Burger

    During the 2002 Winter Olympics, McDonald's launched its McAfrika burger in Norway. We can't believe the horrible timing of that marketing scheme. Here's why.

    By Bobby Lewis 8 months ago Read More
  • People walking near a sweet shop on a Jersey Shore boardwalk

    The Legendary Old-School Candy That Originated In New Jersey

    Born from humble beginnings, this old-school candy is a nod to summer vacations, boardwalk strolls, and the joy of indulging in something sweet.

    By Melissa Kay 8 months ago Read More
  • Pringles chips discarded on surface

    14 Discontinued Pringles Flavors We Wish Would Come Back

    Pringles are cutthroat when discontinuing a flavor. Often, the public only discovers their favorite chip is gone when Pringles replies to their inquiring tweet.

    By Jay Wilson 8 months ago Read More
  • Mortadella slices with pistachios on wooden cutting board

    Without This Ancient Italian Sausage, We Wouldn't Have Bologna

    Tasty and useful in a pinch, bologna is one of America's favorite sandwich-fillers. This popular cold cut traces its roots to an ancient Italian sausage.

    By Alexa Valme 8 months ago Read More
  • Burger restaurant at west end of Route 66

    The Route 66 Roots Of The Iconic Cheeseburger

    A small sandwich stand near the western end of Route 66 is believed to be where the cheeseburger was invented, but many claim its roots lie elsewhere.

    By Amadea Tanner 8 months ago Read More
  • overhead shot of a platter of spices and seasoning that make up both Thai and Indian curry sauces

    The Difference Between Thai And Indian Curries

    Thai and Indian curries have some similarities, so you might be wondering how they differ. Here are the main differences you can use to tell them apart.

    By Amrita Ray 8 months ago Read More
  • Lined-up jars of food coloring

    Red Dye No 3 Vs Red No 40: What's The Difference?

    Red No. 3 and Red No. 40 may look similar, but these food coloring dyes are actually distinct. Here are the main differences between the two.

    By Bobby Lewis 8 months ago Read More
  • a bowl of coarse ground graham wheat flour, the original granula ingredient

    The Oldest Breakfast Cereal In The World Was Barely Edible

    Can you guess what is the oldest breakfast cereal in the world? While it's still around today, it's not the inedible version it was in the beginning.

    By Bobby Lewis 8 months ago Read More
  • Robert May Cookbook

    Celebrity Chefs Have Been Around Way Longer Than You Think

    Who comes to mind when you think of a celebrity chef, and how did their role originate? Celebrity chefs have been around way longer than you might think.

    By Garrett Palm 8 months ago Read More
  • Boxes of Kellogg's Corn Flakes on a grocery store shelf

    The Unusual Way Kellogg's First Sold Cereal Before Hitting Up Stores

    Today you can pick up a box of Kellogg's cereal at any grocery store, but when the cereal was first created there was a very different way to get it.

    By Bobby Lewis 8 months ago Read More
  • wine glass with dry january sign

    The British Origins Of Dry January

    The new year is a time to make changes. In an attempt to be healthy, many partake in Dry January and abstain from alcohol. This sober month has British origins.

    By Melissa Kay 8 months ago Read More
  • Samosas are served with mint chutney, coriander, and lemon.

    The Difference Between An Aloo Pie And A Samosa

    An aloo pie and a samosa share some similarities, but the two foods are unique cultural expressions that are served in distinctly different ways.

    By Amrita Ray 8 months ago Read More
  • factory farmed eggs in large cartons on a conveyer belt

    These Farms Were Responsible For The Largest Egg Recall In History

    When safety standards aren't met at egg farms, millions of eggs can be tainted. That's exactly what happened at these American farms, causing the worst recalls.

    By Tiffany Betts 8 months ago Read More
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