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  • Fried chicken wings on top of a waffle

    The Fast Food Chain That Serves Fried Chicken In A Waffle Cone Is Only In 15 US States

    Most fried chicken chains in the United States offer something unique to stand out from the crowd, and this chain, available in only 15 states, is no exception.

    By Milly Tamarez 16 hours ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton smiles in a beautiful pink suit at an event

    Dolly Parton's Favorite Hot Dogs Come From A Tennessee Gas Station

    Dolly Parton, the absolute Queen of Country, knows the best spots for eating in her native Tennessee, and for her hot dog? You need to go to a gas station.

    By Jennifer Waldera 18 hours ago Read More
  • A fast food double-cheeseburger is held in one hand

    The Vintage Fast Food Burger Joint That Never Made It Past The Northeast

    With some clandestine insider information on McDonald's via a nephew who worked there, two brothers opened a rival chain that saw 20 years of success.

    By Cara J Suppa 19 hours ago Read More
  • raw ground beef on a wood platter

    Classic Ground Beef Meals We All Forgot — And Need To Bring Back

    Ground beef can be used for so much more than just hamburgers. From sloppy joes to taco soup, these ground beef-based meals need to be brought back.

    By Drew Mortier 2 days ago Read More
  • Grilled frog legs being lifted with forks

    Old School BBQ Dishes Nearly Everyone Forgot About

    Getting sick of your usual barbecue foods you always make? Take a look back in history for some inspiration from some of these old-school BBQ dishes.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 3 days ago Read More
  • Grilled hot dogs with American flag picks in the sit on a red napkin

    What Did The Founding Fathers Eat On 4th Of July?

    On the Fourth of July, it’s not uncommon to see groups grilling up hot dogs in celebration — but what were the Founding Fathers eating on Independence Day?

    By Jack Rose 3 days ago Read More
  • A person holds a fried chicken sandwich out on the street

    The Northern And Southern Cities That Split The Title Of 'Fried Chicken Capital Of The World'

    People searching for the fried chicken capital of the world are in luck; there are two cities that bear that title and both of them have more than earned it.

    By Eli Cohen 4 days ago Read More
  • Raw collard green leaves on table

    Cook Collard Greens Southern-Style For The Ultimate Flavor Boost

    If you want to fix their sometimes overly bitter taste and add an extra flavor boost, it's time to try cooking your collard greens Southern-style.

    By Katie Moore 5 days ago Read More
  • A booth at a 1950s-style diner with two meals on the table

    The Vintage 1950s Burger Chain That Still Exists In Only One US State

    From the 1950s to the '70s, Henry's Hamburgers gave the big burger chains a run for their money with low prices and good food. Today, just one location remains.

    By Chala June 6 days ago Read More
  • Various KFC food items on a table

    The Saucy KFC Menu Item That Was Discontinued Due To Shortages And Price Hikes

    KFC has a long history of experimenting with different items and even store concepts, but this saucy item was discontinued due to extenuating circumstances.

    By Milly Tamarez 8 days ago Read More
  • Display case loaded with different kinds of pies

    Classic Flavors Of Pies That Have Faded Into History

    There are more pies out there than just apple pie and pumpkin pie. In fact, there are some obscure pies that have even faded into history, like water pie.

    By Kevin Haggerty 8 days ago Read More
  • A couple eating on San Francisco's piers

    Sandwiches In California's Bay Area Hit Different Thanks To This Bread

    There's a specific (Dutch!) bread that is popular in Northern California (namely the Bay Area), and you can make amazing sandwiches with it.

    By Eli Cohen 8 days ago Read More
  • Texas barbecue tray with brisket, sausage, pickles, and more

    How Barbecue Became The Traditional Food Of Juneteenth Celebrations

    Today, a traditional Juneteenth barbecue might include elements of Texas barbecue, such as low-and-slow cooked meats or whole roasted animals.

    By Cara J Suppa 10 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's meal sits on a tray inside a restaurant, complete with a Big Mac, fries, and drinks

    How Much Did McDonald's Original Burger Cost When It Opened In 1940?

    McDonald's has seen its fair share of criticism for rising prices in recent years, but back in the day, a burger from this iconic chain was shockingly cheap.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 12 days ago Read More
  • A variety of fast food dipping sauces

    The Fast Food Dipping Sauce '90s Kids Will Remember (Especially If You Always Wanted To Get Slimed)

    Getting "slimed" was really a thing in the '80s and '90s; in fact, it became so popular that Burger King created a dipping sauce based on the iconic green goo.

    By Eli Cohen 13 days ago Read More
  • An entire German chocolate cake with chocolate frosting decoration as a rose on top

    German Chocolate Cake Was Not Created Where You Think

    When one thinks of German cake, one may (incorrectly, apparently) assume that this chocolate delight hails from Europe, but it's as American as it gets.

    By Eli Cohen 15 days ago Read More
  • Burger King french fries on table

    The Time Burger King Changed Its Fries (And It Was A Major Fail)

    When Burger King tinkered with its fries, it not only changed a classic item but also drastically diminished the core reason customers crave french fries.

    By Jack Rose 16 days ago Read More
  • Two stadium hot dogs sit near plastic cups of beer, a baseball, a baseball glove, and ketchup and mustard dispensers

    The Hot Dog Brand Behind The Iconic Fenway Park Frank

    The Fenway Frank has been a staple at the iconic Boston baseball stadium since 2009, but what hot dog brand makes it?

    By Cami Cox 16 days ago Read More
  • An assortment of chocolate bars on a store shelf

    The 14 Worst Chocolate Recalls In Candy History

    Some of the worst chocolate recalls over the years are due to plastic, stones, and Salmonella.

    By Vicky Wanja 17 days ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra in an orange chair smoking a cigarette

    The Classic Candy Frank Sinatra Loved

    Frank Sinatra was highly-regarded for his singing voice and major swagger on stage, and one fruity hard candy may have been the artist's secret weapon.

    By Eli Cohen 17 days ago Read More
  • Child in brown jacket faces shelves of assorted candies

    Old-School Candy From The '90s That Need To Make A Comeback

    From Kudos to Fruit String Thing, we've got a big list of 1990s candies that should make a big comeback.

    By Kevin Haggerty 18 days ago Read More
  • Hands holding a crispy fried chicken burger with lettuce

    How Popeye's Got Sued For Not Having Its Fried Chicken Sandwich (And What Happened After)

    For some people, satisfying their hunger can go too far. For instance, a man once sued a chain when he couldn't get one of its popular sandwiches.

    By Cami Cox 19 days ago Read More
  • Corned beef with cabbage, carrots, and potatoes on a plate next to bread

    Corned Beef Has No Corn - So Where Did Its Name Come From?

    To learn more about the history and nomenclature of corned beef, Food Republic spoke with Sarri Harper, owner of New York City's Carnegie Deli.

    By Chala June 19 days ago Read More
  • Cheesesteak on a long roll with white melted cheese on a long roll with sliced beef and onions on a white piece of paper on top of a cutting board

    The Philly-Based Restaurant With 15 Different Types Of Cheesesteaks

    The Philly cheesesteak has made its way across the nation, but this local legend of a restaurant is at the heart of it with over a dozen variations.

    By Alba Caraceni 19 days ago Read More
  • A round KFC container sitting to the left of a Popeyes box

    KFC Or Popeyes: Which Fast Food Fried Chicken Chain Came First?

    Whether you prefer those 11 herbs and spices or Cajun heat, the rivalry between KFC and Popeyes is strong. But which of these fried chicken chains came first?

    By Richard DiCicco 20 days ago Read More
  • A double cheeseburger is held by a customer at a fast food restaurant

    We Can Thank This Historic Fast Food Joint For Inventing The Drive-Thru

    The very first drive-thru came into existence in Missouri decades ago. Fast food has come a long way since then, does this original still exist?

    By Shaun Melady 21 days ago Read More
  • Bill Murray discusses film Riff-Raff on XM Radio

    Bill Murray Praises This Chicago Restaurant, Saying It Serves The Best Pizza He's Ever Had

    Bill Murray is no stranger to Chicago, nor its iconic pizza styles. However, shock reverberated when the star declared his favorite isn't deep dish.

    By Jill McDonnell 24 days ago Read More
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