Dolly Parton's Favorite Hot Dogs Come From A Tennessee Gas Station
Dolly Parton, the absolute Queen of Country, knows the best spots for eating in her native Tennessee, and for her hot dog? You need to go to a gas station.
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The Vintage Fast Food Burger Joint That Never Made It Past The Northeast
With some clandestine insider information on McDonald's via a nephew who worked there, two brothers opened a rival chain that saw 20 years of success.
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Classic Ground Beef Meals We All Forgot — And Need To Bring Back
Ground beef can be used for so much more than just hamburgers. From sloppy joes to taco soup, these ground beef-based meals need to be brought back.
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Old School BBQ Dishes Nearly Everyone Forgot About
Getting sick of your usual barbecue foods you always make? Take a look back in history for some inspiration from some of these old-school BBQ dishes.
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What Did The Founding Fathers Eat On 4th Of July?
On the Fourth of July, it’s not uncommon to see groups grilling up hot dogs in celebration — but what were the Founding Fathers eating on Independence Day?
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The Northern And Southern Cities That Split The Title Of 'Fried Chicken Capital Of The World'
People searching for the fried chicken capital of the world are in luck; there are two cities that bear that title and both of them have more than earned it.
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Cook Collard Greens Southern-Style For The Ultimate Flavor Boost
If you want to fix their sometimes overly bitter taste and add an extra flavor boost, it's time to try cooking your collard greens Southern-style.
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The Vintage 1950s Burger Chain That Still Exists In Only One US State
From the 1950s to the '70s, Henry's Hamburgers gave the big burger chains a run for their money with low prices and good food. Today, just one location remains.
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The Saucy KFC Menu Item That Was Discontinued Due To Shortages And Price Hikes
KFC has a long history of experimenting with different items and even store concepts, but this saucy item was discontinued due to extenuating circumstances.
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Classic Flavors Of Pies That Have Faded Into History
There are more pies out there than just apple pie and pumpkin pie. In fact, there are some obscure pies that have even faded into history, like water pie.
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Sandwiches In California's Bay Area Hit Different Thanks To This Bread
There's a specific (Dutch!) bread that is popular in Northern California (namely the Bay Area), and you can make amazing sandwiches with it.
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How Barbecue Became The Traditional Food Of Juneteenth Celebrations
Today, a traditional Juneteenth barbecue might include elements of Texas barbecue, such as low-and-slow cooked meats or whole roasted animals.
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How Much Did McDonald's Original Burger Cost When It Opened In 1940?
McDonald's has seen its fair share of criticism for rising prices in recent years, but back in the day, a burger from this iconic chain was shockingly cheap.
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The Fast Food Dipping Sauce '90s Kids Will Remember (Especially If You Always Wanted To Get Slimed)
Getting "slimed" was really a thing in the '80s and '90s; in fact, it became so popular that Burger King created a dipping sauce based on the iconic green goo.
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German Chocolate Cake Was Not Created Where You Think
When one thinks of German cake, one may (incorrectly, apparently) assume that this chocolate delight hails from Europe, but it's as American as it gets.
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The Time Burger King Changed Its Fries (And It Was A Major Fail)
When Burger King tinkered with its fries, it not only changed a classic item but also drastically diminished the core reason customers crave french fries.
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The Hot Dog Brand Behind The Iconic Fenway Park Frank
The Fenway Frank has been a staple at the iconic Boston baseball stadium since 2009, but what hot dog brand makes it?
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The 14 Worst Chocolate Recalls In Candy History
Some of the worst chocolate recalls over the years are due to plastic, stones, and Salmonella.
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The Classic Candy Frank Sinatra Loved
Frank Sinatra was highly-regarded for his singing voice and major swagger on stage, and one fruity hard candy may have been the artist's secret weapon.
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Old-School Candy From The '90s That Need To Make A Comeback
From Kudos to Fruit String Thing, we've got a big list of 1990s candies that should make a big comeback.
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How Popeye's Got Sued For Not Having Its Fried Chicken Sandwich (And What Happened After)
For some people, satisfying their hunger can go too far. For instance, a man once sued a chain when he couldn't get one of its popular sandwiches.
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Corned Beef Has No Corn - So Where Did Its Name Come From?
To learn more about the history and nomenclature of corned beef, Food Republic spoke with Sarri Harper, owner of New York City's Carnegie Deli.
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The Philly-Based Restaurant With 15 Different Types Of Cheesesteaks
The Philly cheesesteak has made its way across the nation, but this local legend of a restaurant is at the heart of it with over a dozen variations.
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KFC Or Popeyes: Which Fast Food Fried Chicken Chain Came First?
Whether you prefer those 11 herbs and spices or Cajun heat, the rivalry between KFC and Popeyes is strong. But which of these fried chicken chains came first?
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We Can Thank This Historic Fast Food Joint For Inventing The Drive-Thru
The very first drive-thru came into existence in Missouri decades ago. Fast food has come a long way since then, does this original still exist?
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Bill Murray Praises This Chicago Restaurant, Saying It Serves The Best Pizza He's Ever Had
Bill Murray is no stranger to Chicago, nor its iconic pizza styles. However, shock reverberated when the star declared his favorite isn't deep dish.
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What Makes Cincinnati's Nectar Soda Unique?
This soda fountain favorite, served up in the Queen City since the late 1800s, is known both for its beautiful coloration and its unique combination of flavors.
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