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  • Chef Julia Child in front of a wall of copper pans.

    Julia Child's 3-Ingredient Ice Cream Topping Is A Grown-Up Treat

    If you want to serve an ice cream sundae the way the famous Julia Child served her guests, then all you need are three ingredients (plus ice cream).

    By Lili Kim 3 months ago Read More
  • Three different BottleKeepers on a rock overlooking a large body of water

    BottleKeeper: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    BottleKeeper, a device designed to keep beer bottles icy cold, was already successful before heading to the Tank, but what did the Sharks think?

    By Ilene V. Smith 3 months ago Read More
  • a bottle of beer in the sand

    10 Once-Popular Beers That Are Nearly Impossible To Find Anymore

    While these beers once reigned supreme across many states in the U.S., it is now really hard to get ahold of them. Luckily, it is not impossible.

    By Drew Mortier 3 months ago Read More
  • Recall tag displayed over a package of ground beef on a marble counter

    10 Ground Beef Recalls That Swept The US

    Wondering what some of the worst ground beef recalls in the U.S. have been in recent history? These ones swept the country and affected millions.

    By Kevin Haggerty 4 months ago Read More
  • Plate of pig brains

    What Are Canned Pork Brains & Can You Still Buy Them?

    If you've never heard of canned pork brains, you're not alone. Here's everything you need to know about canned pork brains and if they're still accessible.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 4 months ago Read More
  • Uncooked wagyu beef with beautiful marbling

    American Vs Japanese Vs Australian Wagyu Beef: What's The Difference?

    Wagyu is wagyu, right? While you can trust that anything labeled wagyu is going to be well marbled, it turns out the sourcing plays a large role in flavor.

    By Simone Paget 4 months ago Read More
  • Retro-looking couple sharing a chocolate drink in the booth of an old-time looking diner

    The Retro-Inspired Coffee Drink You Can Make With 5 Trader Joe's Items

    Trader Joe's has a slew of unique ingredients that you can't find anywhere else, and 5 of those are required to make this retro-inspired coffee drink.

    By Ilene V. Smith 4 months ago Read More
  • summer foods laid out in a spread

    7 Classic Summer Foods You Rarely See Anymore

    Summer has some of the best food, but some seasonal dishes once considered classic aren't common at cookouts or on picnic tables these days.

    By Benjamin Canner 4 months ago Read More
  • A variety of Taco Bell food items on a table

    The Beloved '90s Taco Bell Menu Item You Likely Forgot About

    Taco Bell's once offered a beloved and deliciously savory item as part of a special menu, but once it disappeared, it was never officially brought back.

    By Cara J Suppa 4 months ago Read More
  • Soda fountain worker serving a strawberry milkshake

    This Retro Ice Cream Shop Has Been Open Every Day For Over 100 Years

    While soda fountains have mostly been left in the 20th century, there's a retro shop in Iowa that has been keeping the torch burning for over a century.

    By Eli Cohen 4 months ago Read More
  • A backyard cookout spread with grilled hot dogs, meat, corn and potato chips

    Why Comfort Foods Are So Popular During Labor Day Festivities

    Labor Day is fast approaching, and with it, we know we'll be out and about, grilling up our favorite meats and veggies and serving heaps of comfort foods.

    By Simone Paget 4 months ago Read More
  • A cup of steaming coffee sits surrounded by coffee beans

    Coffee Joulies: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Coffee Joulies were said to cool coffee down to a drinkable temperature but then keep it warm for hours. How did the Sharks feel about the product?

    By Cara J Suppa 4 months ago Read More
  • Pad Thai with shrimp in a white ceramic bowl

    We Asked A Thai Chef What Americans Get Wrong About Pad Thai

    Pad Thai is one of the most delicious comfort foods around. Bright, fresh, yet so satisfyingly simple, even so, it's surprisingly easy to get wrong.

    By Jack Rose 4 months ago Read More
  • A selection of French and Italian cheeses on a platter with fresh herbs

    The First Cheese To Be Featured In A National Ad Campaign Was A French Classic

    Back in the 1960s, France had never run a cheese ad (or anything other than unbranded agricultural products) until this famous cheese ran its first commercial.

    By Rachel Rear 4 months ago Read More
  • Little Debbie products on grocery store shelves

    The Discontinued Little Debbie Treat You Likely Forgot About

    Some fan-favorite snacks are popular for a time but lack the staying power to become mainstays — and these nostalgic Little Debbie treats are certainly missed.

    By Jordyn Stone 4 months ago Read More
  • Cheeseburger with American flag toothpick

    16 Of The Oldest Restaurants In The US

    Looking for dinner with a side of history? These old U.S. restaurants have been around for centuries and are still serving up hot meals for hungry patrons.

    By Drew Mortier 4 months ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling for cameras at an event

    Martha Stewart Follows This Strict Chicago Hot Dog Rule

    Martha Stewart is a particularly big fan of the Chicago hot dog, but she has one strict rule when it comes to assembling them — and the city concurs.

    By Jack Rose 4 months ago Read More
  • A close up of two hot dogs topped with mustard

    The Old-School (And Possibly Dangerous) Appliance Used To Cook Hot Dogs In The 70s

    If you were around and eating hot dogs in the 70s, you may have seen this incredible (and perhaps sadistic) device used to cook hot dogs via electricity.

    By Milly Tamarez 4 months ago Read More
  • Marinara sauce cooking in pot with spoon

    6 Marinara Sauce Recalls That Swept Across The US

    Marinara sauces are not exempt from recalls, sadly. These are some of the biggest marinara sauce recalls that affected millions of people across the U.S.

    By Kevin Haggerty 4 months ago Read More
  • A green tin lunch box with an apple on top.

    This Is Why Classic Lunch Boxes Were Made Of Metal

    An emblazoned tin lunch box was a required and desired accessory for American schoolchildren for decades. But why were these classic containers made of metal?

    By M Lavelle 4 months ago Read More
  • Server handing over a hot dog to a customer

    The Iconic Hollywood Hot Dog Stand That First Opened In The 1940s

    Founded nearly 100 years ago in the 1940s, this classic hot dog stand has seen the rise of Hollywood, hosting larger-than-life stars along the way.

    By Jack Rose 4 months ago Read More
  • chocolate cake sliced

    The Depression-Era Cake We Don't See People Eat Anymore

    Many great recipes were developed in the Depression era, including baked goods like this fluffy chocolate cake that only requires minimal pantry staples.

    By Danielle Esposito 4 months ago Read More
  • Generic bowl of cereal

    The 10 Worst Cereal Recalls To Ever Hit The US

    Yes, even cereal can be affected by food recalls. These are some of the worst ever recalls for them in the United States, affecting Froot Loops to Quaker Oats.

    By Sophie Morelli 4 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of vanilla ice cream covered in berries, an empty cone beside it

    This Vintage Ice Cream Flavor Depended On Whale Poop (Yes, Really)

    While it may seem extreme, there are many cases of animal excrement used in food, like Kopi Luwak. In this case, ambergris was once used in ice cream.

    By Jordyn Stone 4 months ago Read More
  • Someone holds two handfuls of huckleberries in the shape of a heart against a wood background

    How The Huckleberry Became The Official Fruit Of 2 US States

    The humble huckleberry is more than a character in a Mark Twain novel. These little blueberry lookalikes are popular in the Northwest, especially in two states.

    By Ilene V. Smith 4 months ago Read More
  • Like Air bag held in front of body of water

    Like Air Snacks: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

    Like Air Snacks sought to make popcorn safe and easy to eat, but did the Sharks on Shark Tank take a bite of the product or did the owners sink?

    By Ilene V. Smith 4 months ago Read More
  • Milk soup topped with bread

    Forgotten Breakfast Foods That No One Eats Anymore

    Many breakfast foods have come and gone throughout history, and these are some that practically nobody eats anymore, from creamed chipped beef to beer soup.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 4 months ago Read More
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