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  • A McCafé cup floating in water.

    The Floating McDonald's Location That Was Abandoned In 1986

    McDonald's iconic Golden Arches are everywhere, but with tens of thousands of locations worldwide, a few stand out — like the floating restaurant built in 1986.

    By Max Dean 1 hour ago Read More
  • Various Planters nuts on grocery shelves.

    The Discontinued Planters Snack From The '90s That Deserves A Revival

    Planters nuts are still everywhere, but one discontinued '90s classic remains a holy grail for serious snack heads who can't get their hands on it anymore.

    By Andy Hume 2 hours ago Read More
  • Keurig machine making coffee.

    Why Keurig's Coffee Pod Inventor Regrets His Creation

    Keurig has no shortage of admirers, but one person who isn't among them is John Sylvan, the man who actually invented the K-Cup — and regrets it.

    By Max Dean 3 hours ago Read More
  • A selection of many different Pyrex items for sale.

    Pyrex Vs CorningWare: The Main Difference To Keep In Mind

    Pyrex and CorningWare may be made by the same company, but the two products are decidedly different. Here is how the two compare and which is better.

    By Max Dean 4 hours ago Read More
  • Apples and spices served on a counter.

    Apple Pie Vs Apple Cobbler: Here's The Actual Difference

    Apple pie, apple cobbler, they both are pastry-laden baked apple desserts, so what's the real difference? And which is the real American dessert?

    By Nikita Ephanov 20 hours ago Read More
  • Drive-thru customer receives a Happy Meal.

    The '80s McDonald's Happy Meal Promo That Took Customers To Space

    Ask any '80s kid which Happy Meal promo they recall most fondly, and the answer is almost unanimous: the one that took customers to space, of course!

    By Max Dean 1 day ago Read More
  • A plate of different sausages.

    Bratwurst Vs Knockwurst: How The Sausages Are Actually Different

    Any connoisseur of German sausage is likely familiar with the famous bratwurst, the main star of the sausage world, but have you heard of knockwurst?

    By Max Dean 2 days ago Read More
  • A Wahlburger hamburger at the Wahlburger restaurant.

    Why Does Wahlburgers Use Government Cheese On Its Burgers?

    You may have eaten a cheeseburger at Wahlburgers, and if so, you've had what the brand refers to as "government cheese." Here's what that is and why it's used.

    By Andrea Carlo 2 days ago Read More
  • A sice of berry pie on a plate has a round scoop of melting ice cream dripping down the side.

    Why Pie Is So Common At Old-School Diners

    When you think of an old school American diner, if you don't automatically picture a display case full of pie, are you really thinking of a diner?

    By Nikita Ephanov 3 days ago Read More
  • Baked beans in a ceramic bowl.

    The Ranch-Style Baked Beans That Were Popular In The '60s

    Back in the 1960s, ranch-style beans were all the rage. You could find them canned in the store, but they were also popular to make at home.

    By Max Dean 3 days ago Read More
  • A smiling blonde woman stands at a skillet over a kitchen stove in a 1970s-era kitchen

    8 Kitchen Appliance Colors That Dominated The '70s

    The appliances you could get in the '70s were far more colorful than the boring steel, black, and white we see today, with these colors popping the most.

    By Cami Cox 3 days ago Read More
  • a cafeteria worked scoops meatballs onto a yellow plate full of food for a young student.

    12 Classic School Lunches From The 1970's

    An American cafeteria in the 1970s had a unique assortment of menu items, and we've taken a trip down memory lane to rediscover these classic '70s lunches.

    By Mikayla Marin 3 days ago Read More
  • KitKat on the shelf at a store

    One Of The World's Best-Selling Coffee Brands And KitKat Are Owned By The Same Company

    It may be surprising to learn, but one of the world's best-selling coffee brands is owned and produced by the same candy company that makes Kit-Kat.

    By Nikita Ephanov 4 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of country music star Dolly Parton, smiling

    Dolly Parton's Banana Pudding Recipe Has One Finishing Touch That Makes It Unforgettable

    Dolly Parton may have been known for her singing, acting, and business acumen, but she was also a whiz in the kitchen. This sets her banana pudding apart.

    By Cami Cox 4 days ago Read More
  • Whiskey being poured into a crystal glass.

    Jack Daniel's Vs Crown Royal: Which Whiskey Is More Expensive?

    Both Jack Daniel's and Crown Royal are popular North American whiskeys and are great entries into whiskey (or is that whisky?), but which is cheaper?

    By Max Dean 5 days ago Read More
  • A glass with iced coffee.

    Make Southern Italy's Unique Iced Coffee With This Special Ingredient

    Southern Italy's cuisine is markedly different from the rest of the country, largely thanks to Arab colonization. Replicate its iced coffee with this syrup.

    By Andrea Carlo 5 days ago Read More
  • Eight bottles of Oilerie olive oil on wood table

    Oilerie: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Oilerie was started by a couple who journeyed to Europe and found olive oil sold bottled fresh. They brought the idea to the States, but did the Sharks dive in?

    By Sharon Rose 6 days ago Read More
  • Khasha Touloei and Maynard Okereke on the set of

    Chicken Salt: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    While there are many different vegan products available, Chicken Salt and Jada Brands stand apart with their focus on low sodium, but did the Sharks bite?

    By Caryl Espinoza Jaen 6 days ago Read More
  • A tray of baked focaccia.

    5 Lesser-Known Focaccia Varieties You Need To Try

    From stuffed styles oozing with cheese to others loaded with toppings, here are some lesser-known, but no less delicious, focaccia varieties worth trying.

    By Andrea Carlo 8 days ago Read More
  • Two Saucemoto dip clip containers holding ketchup and french fries

    Saucemoto: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Saucemoto was started by three friends looking to help people who eat in their cars manage their dips for fries and nuggets, but did the Sharks bite?

    By Sharon Rose 9 days ago Read More
  • A person making a roux in a saucepan.

    The Difference Between A French And New Orleans Roux

    You might think a roux is a roux, but if you're making a French dish, it's going to look very different than if the recipe happens to be from New Orleans.

    By Jack Rose 9 days ago Read More
  • A shopper searching cookie brands at the grocery store.

    What's The World's Best-Selling Cookie?

    There are millions of cookies eaten over the globe, but amidst the chaos and clamor, one cookie rises above them all as the best-seller. This is that cookie.

    By Andy Hume 10 days ago Read More
  • A classic Italian sub.

    Why You Should Add This Savory Deli Meat To Your Italian Subs

    When you think of an Italian sub or hoagie, you probably imagine mortadella, salami, or even pepperoni, but there is a very tasty reason to add this deli meat.

    By Max Dean 10 days ago Read More
  • The Filet-O-Fish on a box.

    5 Changes McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Has Seen Over The Years

    While the core ingredients of McDonald's Filet-O-Fish have remained fairly consistent over the years, the sandwich has still evolved since its debut.

    By Max Dean 10 days ago Read More
  • Various cake mixes for sale.

    What's America's Best-Selling Cake Mix In 2026?

    Sometimes packaged foods miss the mark and fall short on flavor, but when it comes to boxed cake mix, one beloved brand truly takes the, well, cake.

    By Andy Hume 11 days ago Read More
  • A store's frozen pizza aisle.

    The Major Frozen Pizza Brand That's Owned By Nestlé

    This major frozen pizza brand, which was super popular in the 1990s, was acquired by Nestlé years ago as part of a multi-billion dollar deal.

    By Cara J Suppa 12 days ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton on the red carpet of an event

    What Dolly Parton Loved To Eat At Dollywood

    Dolly Parton's love of food is well documented, so the food selection at her Dollywood theme park was carefully curated. Here's her favorite dish.

    By Jack Rose 14 days ago Read More
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