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  • Pizza baking in a flaming oven

    What Makes Philadelphia's Pizzaz Pizza Totally Unique?

    Much like the key difference between Chicago and Detroit-style deep dish, it's the use of a distinct cheese that really sets the pizzaz pizza apart.

    By Nikita Ephanov 17 days ago Read More
  • Various cakes on display in a shop

    This Retro, 1950s Cake Features A Little Something For Everyone

    There's one retro baked good that you may not have heard of or seen if you're not from Chicago, but trust us — it has a little something for everyone.

    By Jennifer Waldera 17 days ago Read More
  • Ina Garten at the red carpet at the New York Public Library gala

    Ina Garten Refuses To Cook These 2 Dishes

    There are plenty of old fashioned dishes that are an acquired taste, to put it politely, and so it makes sense that Ina Garten won't cook these two.

    By Jack Rose 17 days ago Read More
  • The White House

    Does The President Have To Pay For Meals In The White House?

    You might think that everything the President needs is covered at the White House, and that the tax payer fronts every bill, but that isn't the case.

    By Alba Caraceni 18 days ago Read More
  • An open box of Krispy Kreme donuts and the box's lid sit adjacent to each other

    The First Krispy Kreme Donuts Were Made With This Unlikely Vegetable

    Hot and ready Krispy Kreme donuts are impossibly fluffy and melt in your mouth, but did you know the first iteration of the treat contained a vegetable?

    By Cami Cox 18 days ago Read More
  • Sausage, potatoes, and onions sit in a skillet, close-up

    How 'Poor Man's Meal' Got Its Unexceptional Name

    The Depression-era food dubbed "Poor man's meal" was similar to potato skillets we see today. The dish with an unsavory name was actually tasty and filling.

    By Cara J Suppa 19 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding an assembled dumpling

    The Old-School Dumplings That Are No Longer Common

    In households where a family's next meal often depended on what they could raise or find on their own land, this old-school dumpling dish was a staple.

    By Jack Rose 20 days ago Read More
  • A large pile of differently colored M&Ms

    The Discontinued Spicy M&M's That Deserve A Comeback

    The subtle heat in this discontinued M&M's flavor amped up the sweetness, creating a wholly cravable treat that we definitely wish would come back.

    By Audrey Freedman 21 days ago Read More
  • Hungarian goulash served in bowl

    The Origins Of Goulash Date Back To The 9th Century

    Goulash is a greatly varied dish depending on where you are, with a rich, fascinating history. Here is its origin, from way back in the 9th century.

    By Nikita Ephanov 21 days ago Read More
  • Julia Child in her kitchen with a wide variety of resh produdce and meats

    One Of Julia Child's Favorite US Restaurants Has Served Food Since The 19th Century

    One of Julia Child's favorite places to eat in the United States still exists, and it's a historic eatery where many famous Americans have dined.

    By Nikita Ephanov 21 days ago Read More
  • Top view of hamburgers with unidentifiable protein

    This Vintage Burger From The '50s Doesn't Actually Contain Beef

    This vintage burger actually looks a whole lot like a standard burger, but with one major exception: The patty does not actually contain any beef.

    By Cheryl Kochenderfer 22 days ago Read More
  • Various Thai dishes and ingredients on a table

    We Have Colorado To Thank For America's First Thai Restaurant

    Pre-1960s, Americans didn't know the joys of Thai cuisine, but that changed when a spot widely credited as America's first Thai restaurant opened in Denver.

    By Cami Cox 23 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of Michelle Obama wearing a multicolored dress

    Michelle Obama Ate This Classic Sandwich For Breakfast Every Morning As A Kid

    As a child, Michelle Obama absolutely hated all breakfast foods, from eggs to bacon, so she ate this one American sandwich every day for years.

    By Alba Caraceni 24 days ago Read More
  • slice of meringue pie on plate

    This Texas Cafe Is Nearly A Century Old And Makes World-Class Pies

    Founded in the late 1920s, this cafe remains a popular destination for those in the Austin region (and beyond), and is mostly famous for its delicious pie.

    By Nikita Ephanov 24 days ago Read More
  • family baking cookies together

    What Is The Oldest Type Of Cookie In The World?

    Humans have been baking for thousands of years, but cookies have only been around since about the 8th century. The oldest type? It's still eaten today.

    By Nikita Ephanov 24 days ago Read More
  • A happy cook prepares food in a stew pot in the kitchen

    This Comfort Food Is A Beloved Stew Of Midwesterners

    Is it a soup? Is it a stew? No one can agree, but we all acknowledge how amazingly comforting this Midwestern dish really is, especially on a chilly day.

    By Food Republic Staff 24 days ago Read More
  • Sliced and whole red and orange tomatoes on a wooden board

    This Fruit Looks Like A Tomato But Actually Tastes Like Honey

    You might see it sitting in a pile of golden beauty at the grocery store, looking incredibly like a squat orange tomato, but inside lies the taste of honey.

    By Food Republic Staff 25 days ago Read More
  • Baked Shaker lemon pie

    The Midwestern State That Gifted The World With Shaker Lemon Pie

    Midwestern states gave rise to some unique culinary creations, and in the realm of desserts, one not-to-miss classic is the Shaker lemon pie.

    By Nikita Ephanov 26 days ago Read More
  • Sliced steak on a plate with condiments and cutlery

    This Retro Steakhouse Side Is Older Than The Civil War

    This creamy, decadent, casserole-like side dish was traditionally served alongside steak, and likely dates back to 1838, predating the Civil War.

    By Nikita Ephanov 27 days ago Read More
  • A spoon full of peanut butter sits atop a peanut butter jar

    The '80s Peanut Butter Snack You Likely Forgot About

    Peanut butter is a powerhouse of a food: Creamy, sweet, full of protein, it's a great base for a snack, and this brand capitalized on that in the 1980s.

    By Cami Cox 28 days ago Read More
  • chef preparing burger

    The Retro Burger That's Been A Denmark Classic Since The 1940s

    Sure, the burger was made in America by German immigrants, but it's a popular dish throughout the world, with variations found all over the place.

    By Nikita Ephanov 28 days ago Read More
  • Various seafood including salmon, shrimp, and sardines

    The Classic '50s Fish Dish That No One Seems To Eat Anymore

    Most popular during the 1950s, this one-pot meal incorporated a premade element for moisture (oftentimes canned soup), a starch, and a protein — the fish.

    By Nikita Ephanov 29 days ago Read More
  • a lemon mixed drink on the rocks on bar

    This 3-Ingredient Texas Cocktail Is The Elegant Version Of Vodka Lemonade

    Texas is known for many things, from cowboys to melt-in-your-mouth barbecue, but this one cocktail is home to West Texas and is as refreshing as it is tart.

    By Nikita Ephanov 29 days ago Read More
  • Different types of pie, including apple, pumpkin, and pecan

    The Award-Winning Connecticut Pie Shop That Dominates On A National Scale

    Anyone who wants to try the best pies available for purchase in the entire country should head on down to Connecticut (or to the brand's shop on Goldbelly).

    By Alba Caraceni 29 days ago Read More
  • Halved grilled cheese with a gooey cheese pull

    Modern Grilled Cheese Has Nothing On This Baked 1950s Sandwich

    While the modern grilled cheese sandwich is delicious in its own right, there's a baked 1950s version that deserves some much-needed spotlight.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 1 month ago Read More
  • leg of ham pictured on table

    The Simple Difference Between City And Country Hams

    Country and city hams may look similar, but the two are actually quite different. They're both cured, but the process for each is vastly different.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • Andrew Zimmern holds up a large mollusc at the Catch of the Day: A Seafood Fest by Modelo in October of 2025

    The Not-So-Bizarre Food Andrew Zimmern Refuses To Eat

    Andrew Zimmern has eaten some wild and wonderful things in his day, but this one pretty run-of-the-mill dish? Yeah, he refuses to even taste it.

    By Food Republic Staff 1 month ago Read More
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