Old Stuff
Weird Sandwiches From History, Ranked
A sandwich is just a sandwich, right? Not necessarily. The definition gets blurry when considering hamburgers, hot dogs, canapés, and wraps - do they qualify? Historically, people have made sandwiches in many ways.
The Tragic Story Of The Enslaved Chef Who Popularized Mac And Cheese
Thomas Jefferson made significant contributions to the US, including culinary changes, often through James Hemings, an enslaved man at Monticello who was a culinary genius.
Ancient Food Becomes American Favorite
Marshmallows are sweet, delicious, and sticky, but they're more than that. Millennia old, they were once used to treat medical ailments. They get their name from the plant originally used.
Actual Reasons Foods Are Linked to Holidays
Holidays like Thanksgiving and Easter bring traditional meals to the dinner table. On Valentine's Day, chocolate is exchanged. Easter also means hunting for food, not just consuming it. There are historical reasons foods are linked to these holidays.
Foods Americans Think Are Ethnic But Were Actually Invented In The States, Ranked
Over 3,000 people voted on Foods Americans Think Are Ethnic But Were Actually Invented In The States, Ranked. The current top 3 items are: There's No Such Thing As 'Traditional Irish' Corned Beef And Cabbage, German Chocolate Cake Is Named After A Person, Not The Country, It
Dishes Much Older Than We Realized
Over 600 people voted on 10+ dishes, with the top 3 being Pancakes at 5,200 years, Cheesecake at 2,000 years, and Tamales at 7,000 years.
20 Old Newspaper Puzzles From 1910
Check out these 20 old newspaper puzzles from 1910 that will put you through a loop.
Things We Never Knew About Our Favorite Comfort Foods
Over 1,000 people voted on 10+ items in 'Things We Never Knew About Our Favorite Comfort Foods'. The top 3 include: the first chocolate bar was made in 1847, fried chicken became a symbol of economic empowerment during segregation, and the first recorded recipe for mashed potatoes.
12 Pictures Of People From History And The Stories Behind Them
Over 1,000 fans voted on 12 historic photos. The top 3: Róża Maria Goździewska in Warsaw, 1944, Rescued Vietnam War POWs flying home via Operation Homecoming in 1973, and Samuel Reshevsky taking on multiple chess opponents.
People We Never Realized Shaped How We Eat
Over 700 fans voted on the top people who shaped how we eat. The current top 3 include Upton Sinclair, whose exposé of the meatpacking industry led to US food safety law, Julia Child, who innovated the modern TV food personality, and Auguste Escoffier, inventor of cook assistants.
Facts About WWII Soldiers' Food
Approximately 70 million people fought on both sides of World War II. To feed their troops, world powers launched massive scale operations, ensuring they got the necessary nutrition and calories. Different military leaders developed strategies to meet this challenge.
28 Epic Thrift Store Finds
These thrift store shoppers scored big in June, finding vintage glass and old childhood toys. Check out the best finds and vote for your favorites!
Old-School Cool: Photos We Found This Week
Photos serve as time capsules, offering a glimpse into life at the time they were taken. A 1927 picture with Babe Ruth and a 1980s love story are the epitome of “old-school cool,” courtesy of r/OldSchoolCool.
Strange Historical Tools
Archaeologists often struggle to decipher the purpose of ancient tools and objects. Similarly, unusual objects from just a hundred years ago can be puzzling, even if they look familiar or remind us of something.
50 Awesome Thrift Store Finds
One person's trash is another's treasure. Check out the coolest thrift store finds shared on r/ThriftStoreHauls.
25 Hilariously Awkward Throwback Photos
The internet had an amazing year, filled with people sharing their most awkward photos from years past.
Candy Confidential: 10 Sweet History Facts
Over 500 people voted on Candy Confidential: 10 Facts We Just Learned About The History Of Sweets. The top 3 facts include Reese inventing the Peanut Butter Cup to support his large family, Aztecs valuing cacao beans more than gold and coining the word 'chocolate'.
Historical Figures Photos: 'Whoa' Moments
The invention of photography documented history in action, generating incredible source material for historians. Photography has captured everything from the mundane to the extraordinary, including secret photos.
Facts About ‘90s Lunch Box Items
Over 3,000 fans voted on 10+ items in 'Facts About ‘90s Lunch Box Items'. The current top 3: First String Cheese was market-tested in Wisconsin bars, regular-sized Babybel cheeses exist, and Handi-Snacks ditched its red stick for eco-friendliness.
Common Things That Aren't Actually As Old As We Assumed
Over 200 fans voted on 'Common Things That Aren't Actually As Old As We Assumed', naming the top 3: The Word Sibling, used for just over 100 years, High Fives, which didn't become common until 1977, and Boxer Briefs, only around 30 years old.