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1 week ago

This Old-School 1950s Burger Joint Still Operates In Just One State - Tasting Table

Henry's Hamburgers, once a thriving franchise, had only one remaining location due to competition from larger national fast-food chains.
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3 weeks ago

The Fast Food Chain John Mellencamp Made Famous Never Fully Recovered From Bankruptcy - But It's Still Out There - Tasting Table

Mellencamp references Tastee Freez in 'Jack and Diane,' sparking curiosity about how teens were enjoying a chili dog outside the franchise, which symbolizes youthful pleasure during tough times.
Food & drink
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1 month ago

The 1970s Burger King Sandwich The Chain Brought Back 4 Decades Later - Tasting Table

Yumbo, a hot ham and cheese sandwich, was first introduced by Burger King in 1971 but disappeared for 40 years after initial popularity.
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2 months ago

12 Facts About Arby's Classic Roast Beef Sandwich You Should Know - Tasting Table

Arby's classic roast beef sandwich has built a legacy since 1964, offering an alternative to the burger-centric fast food scene with its unique taste and quality.
NYC food
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2 months ago

Why Taco Bell's 1980s-Era Seafood Salad Is Unlikely To Return - Tasting Table

Taco Bell's seafood salad was an ambitious marketing attempt in the 1980s that ultimately failed, mainly due to poor sales and rumors of food poisoning.
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3 months ago
NYC food

McDonald's Nearly Went In A Wildly Different Direction With McNuggets - Tasting Table

McDonald's Chicken McNuggets evolved from a failed vegetarian alternative, onion nuggets, and became a staple menu item in the 1980s.
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3 months ago
SF food

Vintage photos show what it was like to eat at McDonald's in the 1970s

McDonald's became a major fast-food chain in the 1970s due to Ray Kroc's innovative strategies and operational model.
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3 months ago

5 Vintage Fast Food Drive-Thrus No One Remembers Anymore - Tasting Table

Drive-thrus have evolved into a cultural icon, allowing for convenient dining without leaving the car, originated in the 1920s with Kirby's Pig Stand.
Silicon Valley food
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3 months ago

The Secret To Outback's Bloomin' Onion Is What Made McDonald's Original Fries So Good - Tasting Table

The Bloomin' Onion's popularity at Outback Steakhouse is largely due to being fried in flavorful beef tallow.
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