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Cowboys Loved This Meaty Snack In The Old West

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Back in the Old West, before chuck wagons and ride-along cookies made eating on the trail easier, cowboys relied on this meaty snack to keep them going.

Has McDonald's Ever Had Seafood Items Outside Of The Filet-O-Fish?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Given how extensive the menu is, you might naturally wonder if McDonald's has ever served any other types of seafood beyond its Filet-O-Fish.

The Michigan Mall Chain That Was Known For Its Olive Burger

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Once upon a time, a burger chain rocked the burger world in Michigan by adding olives (and an olive-mayo spread) to its burgers. This is its story.

13 Classic Meals That Are 100 Years Old Or Older

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Far from being just fast food and processed snacks, American cuisine features rich culinary traditions that reflect a variety of backgrounds.

McDonald's Doesn't Actually Make Its Pies. Here's The Company That Does

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

McDonald's apple hand pies are one of its most popular menu treats, and they've been supplied by the same company for decades. Here's who makes them.

German Vs American Potato Salad: What's The Difference Between The Tried-And-True Classic Sides?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Potato salad is a staple in this country, but it turns out, despite American passion for the dish, its roots go back to Germany, where it looks quite different.

Why Boomers Apparently Loved To Boil Food Back In The Day

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Ever wondered why your parents or grandparents seem to boil just about everything? It turns out there were pretty legitimate reasons for this cooking practice.

Does Culver's Have Breakfast?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

For all of the hoopla surrounding Culver's lunch and dinner menu, you might be wondering whether the chain offers an equally delicious breakfast menu.

This '70s Burger King Menu Item Didn't Have A Single Topping On It

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Burger King has rolled out plenty of new menu items over the decades, such as this unusual burger from the 1970s that came without any toppings.

How To Drink Vodka Like You're In Russia

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

If you want to drink vodka as if you're in Russia, or at least hold your own when drinking with Eastern Europeans, here's what you need to know.

The Brilliant Carl's Jr. Burger Concept Inflation Destroyed

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Once upon a time, when food was less expensive, Carl's Jr. launched a campaign that was clever, tasty, and oh-so satisfying. Unfortunately, it couldn't survive.

How Southern France Makes Pesto

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Along the warm shores of Southern France, there you can find a native pesto-like sauce (that some say was made before Genoa's version). Here's what it entails.

This 2-Ingredient Cocktail Has Been Wetting Whistles Since 1914

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Cocktails have had a resurgence over the last few decades, with classics from the early 20th and late 19th century making a comeback, including this one.

The Staple Coffee For Old West Cowboys Is Still Available Today

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Known as the coffee that won the West, this brand was popular among cowboys because it was one of the first to come pre-roasted, making it easy to brew.

The Old-Timey Hard Candy That Was Rough On People's Tongues

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Even though this old-timey candy dissolves into sharp, sugary layers that can easily cut up your tongue, some people still absolutely love it.

An Italian Sub Should Always Be Sprinkled With This Seasoning

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

No Italian sub is complete without a generous dusting of this seasoning, which packs the real punch and brings an unmistakable Italian-American deli flair.

This Airline Has Had The Same Iconic Cocktail For Over 20 Years

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Upper Class passengers and certain elite frequent flyers have been able to sip on this airline's signature sweet, tart, and bubbly cocktail for two decades.

The Fast Casual Chain That's Been Family-Owned Since The '80s

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

One iconic fast casual restaurant, which is particularly ubiquitous in airports and malls, has been family-owned and operated since the 1980s.

The '90s Taco Bell Breakfast Sandwich That Failed To Compete With The Egg McMuffin

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Back in the 1990s, Taco Bell released a very familiar-looking breakfast sandwich, hoping to compete with the Egg McMuffin, only to fail horribly.

How Your Grandma Probably Made Chicken

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

While many 1950s cooking trends haven't exactly held up, one classic method for preparing perfectly juicy, tender chicken still works beautifully.