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  • Elvis in a white jumpsuit singing into a microphone.

    Elvis' First Order At His Favorite Vegas Steakhouse Wasn't Actually Steak

    When the King headed to this famous Las Vegas steakhouse, he skipped out on ordering the steak and asked for another meaty option.

    By Robert Bruce 10 hours ago Read More
  • Roy Rogers the singer/actor

    The Vintage Cowboy Fast Food Chain That's Bouncing Back

    This Western-themed fast food restaurant used to have many fans. Now, after a period of nearly disappearing off the map, it's starting to make a comeback.

    By Greta Pano 19 hours ago Read More
  • Containers of food, sauce packets, and drinks from Panda Express

    What The Panda Express Menu Looked Like In 1985

    Panda Express now offers iconic dishes such as orange chicken and even desserts, but what did the menu look like in the initial years of the chain's opening?

    By Amara Michelle 1 day ago Read More
  • black and white image of Julia Child

    Julia Child's Favorite Drink Was A Simple 3-Ingredient Cocktail

    Julia Child certainly knew a thing or two about whipping up a classic beverage. But her favorite was one that she invented herself. Here's how to make it.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 1 day ago Read More
  • restaurant table full of breakfast dishes

    8 Old-School Breakfast Chains You Totally Forgot About

    While today it's common to hit up an IHOP or Denny's chain for breakfast, there used to be a lot more breakfast chains that have since faded from history.

    By Emma Kalka 1 day ago Read More
  • Closeup view of cola soda with ice

    The Rise And Fall Of Pepsi's Wacky Breakfast Soda

    Pepsi has seen quite a few soda varieties come and go from its lineup, and one late '80s offering from the brand was actually meant to be a breakfast beverage.

    By Ashlen Wilder 2 days ago Read More
  • close up of 3 chili dogs with toppings

    Get Chili Dogs For Less Than $2 At This Vintage Georgia Joint

    Getting a simple chili dog can cost a shocking amount at some restaurants, but not this historic Georgia stand. Here, you can get a chili dog for less than $2.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 2 days ago Read More
  • A classsic daiquiri is served on a tray.

    The Old School Cuban Cocktail That Pre-Dates The Frozen Drink You Might Be Used To

    There are tons of boozy frozen drinks to sip on when the heat is intense, but the best could actually be just another variation of this classic Cuban cocktail.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 2 days ago Read More
  • exterior of In-N-Out building

    10 Facts About In-N-Out's Burger Only A Fanatic Would Know

    The chain's secrets run deeper than the average cheeseburger connoisseur might know, with quirky traditions, innovative inventions, and a jargon all its own.

    By Tysen Ling 2 days ago Read More
  • Hand picking up a slice of pizza from a pizza box on a red and white checkered tablecloth

    The Unusual Twist That Makes Ohio Valley-Style Pizza One Of A Kind

    Ohio Valley-style pizza takes its place among the United States' plethora of iconic pizza styles, but what is it? Here's what to know about this unique pizza.

    By Julia Mullaney 2 days ago Read More
  • John Lennon playing an acoustic guitar

    The Snack Cake John Lennon Adored (Then Suddenly Couldn't Stand)

    This popular British snack cake John Lennon adored brought him a sense of nostalgia, but he ate so many after The Beatles' success that he got sick of them.

    By Tony Cooper 3 days ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain speaking with hands open

    The Food Movie Scene That Made Anthony Bourdain Wince

    Anthony Bourdain liked food films for their realism, for how accurately they depicted what goes on in a chef's world. Naturally, this one scene made him wince.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 3 days ago Read More
  • a waitress holding out a chopped salad

    The Popular Florida Salad That Was Made Famous By A Classic Restaurant

    Florida is famous for many things, not least of which is a salad that's been a staple at an iconic Sunshine State restaurant since the 1970s.

    By Sean Pagnotti 3 days ago Read More
  • A series of lined up canned goods

    This Nearly Forgotten Entrepreneur Was A Vintage Canned Food Visionary

    This entrepreneur and visionary changed the canned food game. Her incredible products flew off the shelves and were the blueprint to many successors.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 3 days ago Read More
  • Assorted condiments in white bowls

    The Vintage Condiment Brand That's Older Than The United States

    There's one vintage condiment brand that has been around since the 1800s, and still serves up this high-quality, innovative condiment today.

    By Makenna Smith 3 days ago Read More
  • A child eating from a bowl, the food out of sight, with a glass of water placed in the foreground

    The '90s Breakfast Dish That Made Playing With Food Totally OK

    If you grew up in the late '80s and early '90s, you probably remember eating this staple breakfast dish. Here's why it's not available in stores anymore.

    By Macy Sandel 3 days ago Read More
  • boxes of Original Skittles

    We're Not Sad This Bizarre Skittles Flavor Was Only Around For A Limited Time

    When you think of Skittles a fruity, sweet taste immediately springs to mind, but one thankfully short-lived variety will have you reaching for the sick bucket.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 4 days ago Read More
  • Two racks of St. Louis-style pork ribs with BBQ sauce

    What Makes St. Louis Truly A BBQ City

    When people in the U.S. think of BBQ, many associate the popular style of cooking with St. Louis. Some even call it a "BBQ city" due to its love for BBQ sauce.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 4 days ago Read More
  • American author Mark Twain

    The Seafood Mark Twain Had A Passion For That Went Far Beyond The Plate

    Author and essayist Mark Twain particularly loved to eat this seafood item, which he enjoyed in many different ways and even wrote about in various pieces.

    By Tony Cooper 4 days ago Read More
  • A variety of mason jars drying on top of a red and white table cloth.

    These 2 Mason Jar Brands Are Actually Owned By The Same Company

    If you enjoy canning, you may be interested to know that these two popular canning jar brands are owned by the same company and their parts are interchangeable.

    By Lauren Bulla 4 days ago Read More
  • An NYC food cart

    The Halal Dish That Became One Of NYC's Most Iconic Street Foods

    New York City is known for many things, including its historical street food carts. Here's how a simple halal dish became one of NYC's most iconic street foods.

    By Adam Raphael 4 days ago Read More
  • Head shot of Elvis Presley

    Elvis Presley's Favorite Cake Didn't Skimp On The Ingredients

    The King loved to eat food packed with decadent ingredients like peanut butter and bacon, but his favorite cake took the crown for unadulterated richness.

    By Amy Andrews 4 days ago Read More
  • A table spread of Greek food with pita, hummus, skewers, and spanakopita

    This Florida Beach Town Serves Up Some Of The Best Greek Food Outside Of The Aegean

    If you love Greek food with a side of sunshine, this Florida beach town is the place to be. Don't miss the family-owned restaurants and fresh seafood.

    By Ashlen Wilder 5 days ago Read More
  • White House dinner table setting featuring a gold plate, formal invitation, and silverware

    The Vintage Dishware Brand With White House Ties That's Still Worth Collecting Today

    This vintage dishware brand has been around since 1899, it's made plenty of china sets for the White House, and you can still purchase from it today.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 5 days ago Read More
  • Fruit by the Foot next to its packaging

    How Long Is Fruit By The Foot, Really?

    Fruit by the Foot is a lengthy fruit snack, but is it as long as its name implies? A little eyeballing and some measurements reveal the truth.

    By David Bugg 5 days ago Read More
  • Wolfgang Puck smiling at the Academy Awards

    How Wolfgang Puck Used Pizza To Change How People Thought About Cooking In America

    What started with a smoked salmon pizza at a Hollywood restaurant ended up transforming the way an entire country prepared and ate all kinds of food.

    By Robert Bruce 6 days ago Read More
  • Prince Charles, Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth II at the Royal Wedding in 1981

    The Timeless Cake Flavor That Has Graced Every British Royal Wedding (Except Harry And Meghan's)

    This timeless cake has been part of most British Royal weddings in the past nearly 200 years. But you might be surprised to find out what flavor it is.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 6 days ago Read More
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