The Story of Fatburger, One of Los Angeles’s Oldest Fast Food Chains, Dating Back to 1947
This post was originally published on this siteWhen you hear the name Fatburger, you automatically think of its juicy and tasty burgers that are freshly […]
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Vintage Photographs From Inside a Soviet-Era Caviar Plant in 1960
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1280, caviar was formally sanctioned by the Russian Orthodox Church as a food that could be consumed […]
The World’s Largest Omelet Was Cooked in the World’s Largest Frying Pan in Chehalis, 1931
This post was originally published on this siteA huge crowd gathered at Alexander Park in Chehalis, Washington for the Lewis County Farmers and Merchants Picnic, […]
45 Candid Snaps of Women Drinking From the Past
This post was originally published on this siteGet ready to laugh with these vintage drinking snapshots. From outrageous antics to hilarious mishaps, these photos are […]
January 22, 1964: The World’s Largest Cheese Was Made in Wisconsin for New York’s World Fair
This post was originally published on this siteThe world’s largest cheese of the time was manufactured in Wisconsin on January 22, 1964. A crew of […]
In the 1960s, McDonald’s Introduced a Pineapple Burger Called the Hula Burger.
This post was originally published on this siteThe Hula Burger was a meatless burger introduced in the 1960s by Ray Kroc to McDonald’s. It was […]
Vintage Coca-Cola Christmas Ads Featuring Santa Claus
This post was originally published on this siteHistory has offered many representations of Father Christmas, who has appeared in a range of clothing and colors […]
The Pepsi Challenge Was One of the Most Iconic Marketing Campaigns of the 20th Century
This post was originally published on this siteWhich cola brand do you prefer? This was the question on everyone’s mind during the nationwide Pepsi Challenge. […]
Christmas Dinner on the Apollo VIII as It Headed to the Moon, 1968
This post was originally published on this siteOn Christmas Eve, 1968, during the Apollo 8 mission, the astronauts opened their meal packages to discover thermo-stabilized […]
Nonskid Roll Grips Wandering Weenie, 1939
This post was originally published on this siteAt last America has it – the nonskid roll for hot dogs! In 1939, a clever inventor had […]
In 1959, Volkswagen Offered the Hertella Auto Kaffeemachine, an Optional Coffee Maker in the VW Beetle
This post was originally published on this siteMixing hot water with a moving vehicle is probably not the smartest idea ever, but that didn’t deter […]
The “Motormat” Was a Drive-In in Los Angeles, Where the Food Tray Was Sent Out on Rails Right to Your Car
This post was originally published on this siteLos Angeles’ car culture was in full bloom after the war, and the innovations that came along with […]
Historic Image of Jack Daniel Seated Next to George Green, the Son of Nathan “Nearest” Green, ca. 1904
This post was originally published on this siteThere is an interesting picture that hangs in Mr. Jack Daniel’s old office. It’s a picture of Mr. […]
Twin Popsicles Were Created During the Great Depression So That Two Children Could Share a Treat for Just a Nickel
This post was originally published on this siteThe popsicle was allegedly invented by an 11-year-old named Frank Epperson who left his drink and a stirrer […]
Kraft Miniature Marshmallows Recipe From 1964
This post was originally published on this siteKeep glamour handy for salads — Kraft Miniature Marshmallows Melon Boat Salad. Combine Kraft Miniature Marshmallows with fresh […]
Betty Crocker Cake Mix Secrets help Husbands Beat Wives
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1949, the listeners of NBC’s The Light of the World heard announcer Stuart Metz reveal some shocking […]
Vintage Photographs of Gevalia Coffee Pot Trucks From the 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteThe 1950’s pot-shaped tractors of Gevalia in Gävle, Sweden. This is sort of like the Oscar Meyer Weinermobile, […]
Cheese Is Manfood: Two Adverts for Cheese From National Dairy Council in 1970
This post was originally published on this site“Cheese makes a man feel great. So use a little cunning. Serve a man cheese. And win his […]
Recipe Card for Shrimp Christmas Tree and Cocktail Sauce, 1966
This post was originally published on this siteRecipe card from the Florida Department of Natural Resources for a shrimp Christmas tree and cocktail sauce. The […]
Vegetable Fashions, 1946
This post was originally published on this siteMargaret Newman, a well-known New York sculptress, has turned her talents to a new and original field. Using […]
35 Vintage Posters of Beer Advertising in the 1950s and ’60s
This post was originally published on this sitePrior to Prohibition, there were thousands of breweries in the United States, mostly brewing heavier beers than modern […]
In 1983, the Band Cinderella Made a Commercial for Pat’s Chili Dogs So They Could Get on MTV
This post was originally published on this siteIn 1983, the band Cinderella made a commercial for a chili dog restaurant called Pat’s. In 30 seconds […]
1990 Nestle Crunch Candy Bar TV Commercial – Russian Nuclear Submarine
This post was originally published on this siteThe commercial aired on May 5, 1990 during the broadcast of “World Figure Skating – Tour of Champions” […]
Hot Dog Sizzler, an Auto Oven Cooks Hot Dogs From the 1950s
This post was originally published on this siteWant a hot dog on the road? Just plug this heater into your car’s electrical system. This 12 […]
1970s Egg Cuber to Make Square Eggs
This post was originally published on this siteThis egg cuber was made in 1977. There’s no doubt it is one of the most pointless items […]