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  • A plastic cup filled with iced tea, topped with a lemon and a sprig of mint, sitting on wooden table

    How The 1904 World's Fair Helped Make Iced Tea A Summer Favorite

    Iced tea was not always as popular as it is in the U.S. today. Here is how the 1904 World's Fair helped make iced tea a favorite summer drink.

    By Robert Bruce 3 hours ago Read More
  • Photo of Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen, and Krispy Kreme food

    You Probably Didn't Know These Fast Food Chains Are Guinness World Record Holders

    Some of our favorite fast food chains made history by earning some of the largest - and smallest - titles awarded by Guinness World Records.

    By Hayley Verdeyen 3 hours ago Read More
  • Glass bowl filled with plain yogurt on white background next to blue linen napkin and wooden spoon

    The Ancient Mistake That Accidentally Created Yogurt

    Although yogurt has been around for centuries, the dairy product keeps growing in popularity. Here's how the probiotic powerhouse was created.

    By Ilene V. Smith 4 hours ago Read More
  • A bamboo steamer filled with soup dumplings against a gray background.

    The Unexpected Side You Should Absolutely Serve With Pork Soup Dumplings

    Pork soup dumplings are a Chinese creation filled with a flavorful pork soup. And there's one side that goes perfectly with the dish.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 4 hours ago Read More
  • A woman grabbing organic fresh milk at the supermarket

    11 Milk Recalls That Affected Millions Of People

    Recalls involving contaminated milk - some recent, some years ago - have implications not only for consumers but also retailers, manufacturers, and others.

    By Corinne Barone 4 hours ago Read More
  • variety of chocolate on a blue background

    16 International Chocolate Treats That Are Hard To Find In The US

    International chocolate is vastly different from what you find in the U.S. Here are 16 of the best treats you can find overseas that are hard to find at home.

    By Tysen Ling 6 hours ago Read More
  • Close up of Cadbury chocolate bar

    The Beloved Vintage Candy Bar From 1965 That Lost Its Battle To Cadbury

    We have an endless amount of chocolate bars to choose from on the shelves, from Hershey to Ghirardelli, but we just can't forget this beloved vintage candy.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 11 hours ago Read More
  • A person pouring out mints into their hand

    The Old-School Candy That Rivaled Tic Tacs Back In The '70s

    While we love freshening our breath after a garlic-heavy meal with a Tic Tac, this candy put up quite the fight with the popular mint back in the 1970s.

    By David Bugg 12 hours ago Read More
  • McDonald's interior at Piazza Di Spagna

    Where To Find The World's Fanciest McDonald's For An Experience Of A Lifetime

    For fans of the Golden Arches who consider themselves fast food connoisseurs, a trip to the fanciest McDonald's in the world is a must. Here's what to know.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 20 hours ago Read More
  • Cups filled with different flavors of ice cream surrounded by waffle cones.

    This Vintage Ice Cream Flavor Used To Be So Popular, So What Happened?

    One vintage fruity ice cream flavor has fallen out of favor, and you'll never find it in grocery store freezer aisles anymore. But what happened?

    By Eugenia Lazaris 1 day ago Read More
  • Collage of plum sauce packet, hot dog stuffed crust pizza, and fried mac and cheese bites against orange textured background

    20 Discontinued Fast Food Items We're Dying For These Chains To Bring Back

    The ever-changing menus of fast food restaurants are bound to leave some gems behind. These 20 lost-but-not-forgotten items are more than worthy of a comeback.

    By Koko Paranteau 1 day ago Read More
  • 7Up bottles in a store aisle

    7Up's Original Formula Contained A Substance That Really Put The 'Up' In The Drink

    Similarly to Coca-Cola's stimulating secret ingredient in the early 1900's, the original 7Up soda contained a pretty gnarly chemical element in it as well.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 1 day ago Read More
  • An Antarctic landscape

    This Is The Food Antarctic Exploration Was Built On

    Antarctica is a harsh, uninhabited (by humans) land, which means food can be hard to find. Here are some of the different foods Antarctic explorers have eaten.

    By Adam Raphael 1 day ago Read More
  • Person holding a banana bunch

    This Is The Country That Produces The Most Bananas In The World

    More than 100 million bananas are consumed each year, but one country supplies the majority of the world with this sweet, tasty fruit.

    By Craig Mattson 1 day ago Read More
  • a woman holding two strawberry soft serve ice cream cones

    What's The Difference Between Vermont's Creemee And Classic Soft Serve?

    You might think Vermont's creemee and soft serve ice cream are the same based on ingredients, but there are a few differences. Here's what to know.

    By Allie Fasanella 2 days ago Read More
  • assorted unwrapped candy bars on a table with hazelnuts

    This Vintage Candy Bar From The '70s Had A Unique Design We Haven't Seen Since

    While most candy bars can barely be told apart once they are removed from their wrappers, this unique treat from the 1970s had a shape and style all its own.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 2 days ago Read More
  • Composite photo of cereal boxes (Frosted Mini Wheats, Honey Smacks, Quaker Oats, Cap'n Crunch, Honey Nut Cheerios) on a red background with angular neon-red lines

    These Are The Worst Cereal Recalls In US History

    You might not think twice about what's in your cereal, but this list of recalls may stick with you. Here are the worst ones that have happened in US history.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 2 days ago Read More
  • color-dot illustration of sandwiches

    This 3-Ingredient Sandwich From The '30s Might Make You Do A Double Take

    The 1930s culinary world was dominated by the effects of the Great Depression. This led to some interesting recipes, including this three-ingredient sandwich.

    By M Lavelle 3 days ago Read More
  • Julian Child standing against a backdrop of her favorite restaurants

    14 Of Julia Child's Favorite Restaurants

    Julia Child was famous for her larger-than-life personality and her passion for French cuisine. Her favorite restaurants included some unexpected spots.

    By Stephanie Mee 3 days ago Read More
  • Bonanza, Bugaboo Creek, and Lone Star Steakhouse storefronts

    9 Vintage Steakhouse Chains We Still Miss

    Take a trip through dining history with a closer look at these vintage steakhouse chains that used to be mainstays across the United States.

    By J.A. Strub 4 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a slice of white cake

    This Forgotten Vintage Cake Goes All The Way Back To The 1860s

    Despite its deliciously soft buttermilk flavor, this vintage cake has lost popularity over time due to being outshined by its red, chocolatey counterpart.

    By Marco Sumayao 5 days ago Read More
  • Jars of RagĂș Old World Style marinara sauce on a shelf in a grocery store

    The 14 Worst Marinara Sauce Recalls In History

    Marinara is a staple in many of our households, but a common product can still have food safety issues. Take a look at the worst marinara recalls in the U.S.

    By Stephanie Mee 5 days ago Read More
  • Unlabeled canned foods sit haphazardly on a green surface

    No One Buys This Vintage Canned Pork Product Anymore (And We Probably Know Why)

    The invention of canning was a game-changer, but no one buys this vintage canned pork product anymore. We can name a couple of pretty good reasons why.

    By Molly Wilson 5 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's meal on a tray in a restaurant

    14 Times McDonald's Was Caught Up In Legal Issues

    As one of the biggest fast food chains, McDonald's may have served millions of customers, but a select few (as well as employees) have served them back.

    By Sara Klimek 5 days ago Read More
  • display of various lollipops

    The World's Largest Lollipop Was Created By This Legendary Candy Shop In California

    World records aren't set every day, especially for giant foods. This record for the world's biggest lollipop has been held by a California candy shop for years.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 days ago Read More
  • A bucket of popcorn in an empty movie theater

    Our Favorite Movie Theater Snack Is The Definition Of Iconic

    There's nothing like reclining in a comfy seat, turning your phone off, and digging into a buttery bucket of this classic movie theater delicacy.

    By Tara Bowen 5 days ago Read More
  • An icebox cake has been made by layering cookies and whipped cream, sliced, and served on a plate.

    Why This Retro Cake From The 1920s Is Still The Perfect Summertime Treat

    Even a century ago, home cooks were always looking for ways to simplify their recipes, and one classic standby of the 1920s still holds up in the 2020s.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 6 days ago Read More
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