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  • The frozen pizza aisle at a grocery store.

    '90s Kids Definitely Remember This Frozen Pizza Brand Product Fondly

    If you grew up in the '90s, this iconic frozen pizza was probably a cherished snack in your after-school roster. Here's why you never see it anymore.

    By Robert Bruce 2 hours ago Read More
  • Trader Joe's paper shopping bag sitting upright.

    This Nostalgic Trader Joe's Candy Comes From A Century-Old Company

    If you love this sweet treat from Trader Joe's, you'll want to know the company that makes it, because it produces even more candy under its own brand.

    By Ryan Zanoni 3 hours ago Read More
  • a cast iron pan with fried bacon

    What Exactly Is 'Poor Man's Bacon' And Should You Try The Budget-Friendly Alternative?

    "Poor man's bacon" may not sound all that appetizing (to the wallet -- yes), but plenty love this budget-friendly bacon alternative. Should you try it?

    By Amara Michelle 7 hours ago Read More
  • Basil plants growing

    Grow The Healthiest Basil With These 14 Tips

    Follow our simple tips for fresh basil all season long, whether growing indoors or outdoors, from choosing the right spot to harvesting healthy leaves.

    By Sara Klimek 18 hours ago Read More
  • Soft pretzels with a pizza topping of tomato sauce and melted cheese rest on a baking sheet.

    The Pretzel Chain That Set The Standard For Mall Snacks In The '90s

    While Auntie Anne's has a grip on the mall scene today, this Michigan-based predecessor was the go-to pretzel stand for hungry shoppers until the 2000s.

    By Ryan Zanoni 21 hours ago Read More
  • High-angle view of people shopping in a grocery store in the 1960s

    7 Vintage Grocery Store Features Boomers Remember Fondly

    Baby boomers, those born between 1946 and 1964, had a completely different shopping experience back in the day. Here are seven features they remember fondly.

    By Amanda Berkey 22 hours ago Read More
  • Open garage with many items, including a chest freezer

    Here's How Long The Chest Freezer In Your Garage Will Probably Last

    A chest freezer is a great investment for stashing bulk items, especially because they're generally built to last. Here's about how long you can expect.

    By Amanda Berkey 23 hours ago Read More
  • Different fast food restaurants along a road with cars driving on it in the western United States.

    The 3 Fast Food Chains With The Highest Overall Sales In 2026 So Far

    The three fast food chains with the highest sales overall so far in 2026 show that, as far as consumer appetites go, some things never change.

    By Brianna Gunter 1 day ago Read More
  • An oven in a kitchen with its door open.

    What Those Dots On Your Oven Window Are For

    You may have noticed a row of small dots scattered across your glass oven door. Here's what those are actually there for, and how they work.

    By Tim Forster 1 day ago Read More
  • Variety of cocktails

    14 Groovy Cocktails From The 1960s

    The 1960s were a fascinating time in terms of cocktails. From the tiki-themed to the cream-heavy and the shockingly simple, there was a cocktail for everyone.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 1 day ago Read More
  • Pizza dough balls on a wooden table.

    The Controversial Ingredient Hiding In Most Restaurant Pizza Dough (And The Reason It's There)

    Many restaurant pizza doughs contain an ingredient that most countries have banned, so why is it still in pizza dough in the United States?

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 day ago Read More
  • a bowl of sausage crumbles

    Not Jimmy Dean Or Tennessee Pride — The Old-School Sausage Brand Feeding The South Since 1917

    Since 1917, this old-school, family-run sausage brand has been feeding the South. No, it's not the iconic Jimmy Dean or Tennessee Pride.

    By Tara Bowen 1 day ago Read More
  • Customers shopping in Costco's food department

    8 Celebrity Chefs Who Love Shopping At Costco

    I scoured online blogs and news sites to round up a list of celebrity chefs who openly declare their love for shopping at Costco. Let's find out who they are!

    By Emily M Alexander 2 days ago Read More
  • Arm grabbing a wine bottle out of the fridge

    What Alcohol Should Be Refrigerated After Opening? Here's The Rule

    Many alcohols don't need to be refrigerated, but some do, and it can be difficult to tell the difference between the two. Here's what you should know.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 2 days ago Read More
  • Blue flames burn from a kitchen gas stove

    A Gas Oven That Won't Light Doesn't Always Mean You Need To Call A Professional

    When your gas oven won't light, your first instinct might be to call a repairperson. Before you bring in a professional, see if it's one of these four issues.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 2 days ago Read More
  • Shelves at a thrift store full of various dinnerware

    Everyone Owned This Dishware In The '80s. Now You'd Be Thrilled To Find Them At The Thrift Store

    Time is strange, and cyclical. Back in the 1980s, this dishware brand was all the rage. Now, many are still thrilled to find the same dishware in thrift stores.

    By Macy Sandel 2 days ago Read More
  • A cheesy and greasy burger from Dyer's Burgers

    This Old-School Burger Joint Gets Its Signature Flavor From Century-Old Grease

    Many burger joints have secret ingredients or special processes that help them stand out. This Memphis shop uses century-old grease.

    By Macy Sandel 2 days ago Read More
  • glasses with Scottish whisky being clinked together for a toast

    How Scotch Is Enjoyed In Scotland

    Scotch, otherwise simply known as whisky in Scotland, is traditionally enjoyed a certain way, though some attitudes have started changing.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 3 days ago Read More
  • Several Keebler cookie varieties on grocery store shelves

    The Discontinued 'Magic' Keebler Cookies '90s Kids Still Miss Today

    The 1990s saw all kinds of culinary innovations hit grocery store shelves, but one unique variety of Keebler cookies has fans still clamoring for a comeback.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 3 days ago Read More
  • A mezcal bottle with a shot glass and agave leaf next to it.

    3 Types Of Mezcal, Explained

    Curious about what makes your favorite agave spirit taste so unique? These three different production methods can shape the flavor profile of your mezcal.

    By Tim Forster 3 days ago Read More
  • sepia vintage image of an old dry goods store with male shopkeepers and cans of goods

    Here's How Grocery Stores Kept Food Fresh Before Modern Refrigeration

    Before the advent of modern refrigeration, how did grocery stores keep food fresh? Here's how human ingenuity prevented rapid food spoilage.

    By Ryan Zanoni 3 days ago Read More
  • a group of people around a table taking a slice from a pizza pie

    The '90s Pizza Trend That's Still Going Strong Today

    Back in the 1990s, a new pizza style emerged that time has proven to be a permanent fixture in the pizza world rather than a passing trend.

    By Robert Bruce 3 days ago Read More
  • A basket full of various kinds of bread

    The '90s Italian Restaurant Chain Known For Writing On Tables And Endless Bread

    Back in the '90s, this Italian restaurant was huge. A big part of its draw was its endless rosemary bread and the paper tablecloths you could draw on.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 3 days ago Read More
  • Chopsticks holding cooked instant ramen from a bowl

    How Long It Actually Takes For Instant Ramen To Expire

    Instant ramen is a beloved pantry staple for pretty much the world, but does it ever expire? Here's what an expert would have you know.

    By Macy Sandel 3 days ago Read More
  • Table full of desserts in the 1960s

    The Quirky 1960s Dessert That Encouraged Kids To 'Shake Shake Shake'

    With more incentives for kids to make their own food in the Easy-Bake Oven era, this retro dessert could be prepared in an instant with just a little shaking.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 4 days ago Read More
  • Alton Brown seated at a table smiling

    The Pantry Ingredients Alton Brown Keeps In Low Quantity But High Quality

    Culinary sage Alton Brown is full of cheffy wisdom, and he's extremely particular when it comes to certain pantry ingredients. Here's what to know.

    By Amy Andrews 4 days ago Read More
  • Two boys watching TV with a bowl of snacks in a 90s-style living room

    The Discontinued '90s Snack People Still Beg Planters To Bring Back

    There are tons of discontinued snacks from the 1990s that we'd love to eat again. But this snack from Planters is one of the most cherished. Here's why.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 days ago Read More
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