Arak Is One Of The World's Oldest Forms Of Alcohol, But What Does It Taste Like?
Learning about the history of alcohol and its impact on subsequent libations can be fascinating. Arak has been around for a long time, but how does it taste?
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Dragon's Beard Candy Is A Delectable Chinese Treat With Royal Origins
Certain food traditions have roots back as far as we can remember. Dragon's Beard Candy is a Chinese sweet treat that dates back to the Han Dynasty. -
Nestlé's Discontinued Alpine White Bar Had A Truly Bonkers Commercial
Nestlé crafted an out-there commercial in 1986 to support its Alpine White white chocolate bar. Alpine White eventually vanished, but the ad lives on. -
The Not-So-Southern Origins Of Sweet Tea
Iced tea is definitely an American invention, but do you know where sweet tea came from? You might be surprised about the not-so-Southern origins of sweet tea. -
Here's What It Means When Meat Is Prepared 'Al Pastor'
You've seen 'Al Pastor' on many menus and most likely as a choice for tacos. So what exactly is it? Here's the brief history of this beloved Mexican meat. -
The Ice Cream Capital Of The World Is A Little-Known Town In Iowa
Ice Cream's history is a sweet one, with so many varieties around the world. Here's how a little-known town in Iowa became the ice cream capital of the world. -
Pillsbury's Discontinued Waffle Sticks Were A Staple Of The Early 2000s
Though Pillsbury's discontinued waffle sticks disappeared within a few years, it was a staple of the early 2000s. Some even still long for the breakfast treat. -
Why The '60s Classic Jell-O 1-2-3 Was Ultimately Discontinued
Comprised of three delicious layers, this Jell-O iteration didn't last too long on the shelves. Was it due to poor sales or its complicated recipe? Maybe both! -
Why The Popular '80s Garbage Can-Dy Was Discontinued
Folks with a sweet tooth who also crave nostalgia may remember Garbage Can-dy. Why was the popular sweet -- a favorite of kids in the '80s -- discontinued? -
What Is A Citron, And What Does It Taste Like?
Citrons are often mistaken for lemons, but don't have all of the same qualities as the more well-known fruit. Instead, here's how they are best used. -
The Reason Sprite Remix Was Discontinued So Soon
With only a three year run under its belt, Sprite Remix had a short shelf life. What caused this Sprite variation to go belly up? Read on to find out. -
Orbitz: The Lava Lamp-Esque Drink Discontinued After Only A Year
Do you remember Orbitz? For a number of reasons, the lava lamp-shaped drink was discontinued after only a year, but its legacy has lasted far longer. -
Depression-Era Foods You Are About To See Everywhere
Whether it's scarcity of ingredients or novelty that's bringing Depression-era foods back in the limelight, you'll start seeing more of these classics soon. -
Discontinued Oreo Big Stuf Cookies Were A Massive, Beloved '80s Snack
The ratio of creme to cookie was still the same, but the diameter was nearly twice that of a regular Oreo, making them about the size of your palm. -
The Reason Wonka Candy Donutz Were Discontinued So Soon
For those in the know, Wonka Candy Donutz was a tasty bit of chocolate offered by the whimsical brand in the 2000s. But what happened to this sweet treat? -
Smucker's Discontinued Snack'n Waffles Fans Need To Try Arlington Valley Farms' Version
For anyone who was a fan of Smucker's discontinued Snack'n Waffles, you need to go grocery shopping and give Arlington Valley Farms' version a try. -
The Classic Southern Frozen Cup Treat That Goes By Many Names
There's a classic Southern frozen cup treat that has a long and interesting history - and it goes by many, many names. Can you guess what it is? -
The Strange Rumor Surrounding The Discontinued PB Max Bar
Some may remember a chocolatey and peanut buttery candy called PB Max bar. Unfortunately it's gone, but there persists a strange rumor surrounding its demise. -
St. Louis' Gooey Butter Cake Was Created Totally By Accident
The wildest part of gooey butter cake isn't how good it is - it's that its creation was the result of an oopsie by a baker who read the instructions wrong. -
The Economical Origin Of The Classic Tuna Salad Sandwich
The taste for tuna remains a fundamentally American fixture of equal parts nostalgia and convenience. However, it wasn't popular until the 20th century. -
The Thirst-Quenching Gatorade Gum That Was Discontinued In The '80s
Gatorade's Gator Gum had a popular run in the 1980s, but fans were disappointed when it was discontinued. Luckily, you might be able to find its successor. -
The Forgotten 7Up Spin-Off That Was Discontinued Far Too Soon
There was once a now-forgotten 7Up spin-off that tasted similar to Mountain Dew and was discontinued far too soon, according to some of its fans. -
The Only 3 Ingredients Needed For A Classic Egg Cream
Some soda shop dessert drinks require lots of ingredients and techniques, but you really only need three ingredients to make a classic egg cream. -
The Fascinating Origin Story Of The Tres Leches Cake
Tres leches has its roots in Latin America but how it came about may actually surprise you. Check the fascinating origin story of this delicious cake. -
Greek Salad Is A More Recent Invention Than You Might Think
The Greek salad is a universally-loved recipe, especially if you're looking to eat healthy. But the Greek salad is a more recent invention than you might think. -
The Reason Diet Coke Lime Was Quietly Discontinued
The hushed farewell of Diet Coke Lime raises questions. Discover the intriguing reasons and market forces that led to its disappearance from shelves. -
A Classic Philly Fluff Cake Is Almost Like A Pound Cake, But Not Quite
The Philly fluff cake, despite its name, does not come from Philadelphia. And while it's very similar to a pound cake, here's why it's ultimately different.
