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    24 Depression-Era Desserts Worth Making Today

    It’s a good bet that no one would guess that the sublime Sugar Cream Pie traces its roots back to the Depression era. The favorite of many a family is one of countless recipes from that period, a collection often…

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    17 Vintage Photos of Soda Fountains From the 1890s to the 1950s

    The history of the soda fountain is fascinating. Originally, they were most often found in drug stores because it was pharmacists who used their chemistry knowledge to mix carbonated beverages, even inventing Coca-Cola and Dr. Pepper.  They were favorite hangouts…

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    13 Discontinued Taco Bell Items Customers Want Back the Most

    Taco Bell is famous for changing its menu, featuring some items only for a short period as part of its marketing strategy. The approach generates a ton of buzz and excitement for some Taco Bell menu items from superfans but…

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    50 Easy and Delicious Sunday Dinner Ideas

    For families everywhere, Sunday is the day of rest and relaxation before beginning a new week. Whether your Sunday dinner is your way of capping off the weekend with a tasty meal or you have a larger gathering as part…

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    7 Biggest Ripoffs To Avoid When Buying a House

    Buying a house is a serious adulting goal. But the complexity of the home-buying process — which most people navigate only a few times in their lives — presents numerous opportunities for real estate scammers. Fraudsters can employ a variety…

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    15 Snacks Every ‘80s Kids Had In Their Lunchbox

    Kickball was a competition, sure. So were the actual academics of school, in some ways. But the one true competition? The one you always wanted to win, every single day?  Best lunch. What tools of the trade were you packing…

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    Taco Bell Opening 30 New Live Más Cafés This Year

    Last year, Taco Bell began testing its beverage concept, Live Más Café. Distinct from the chain’s upscale, adult-oriented Cantinas, the cafes have been focusing on non-alcoholic drinks and a younger…

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    Why You Should Avoid These RV Brands

    As summer nears, you probably think of campfires, s’mores, and RVing — which lets you camp and enjoy the great outdoors without having to sleep in it. Buying a poor-quality…

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    Best National Ice Cream Day Deals and Freebies to Grab This Weekend

    I scream, you scream, we all scream for free ice cream! That could be your mantra this weekend as fast food restaurants and other chains celebrate National Ice Cream Day…

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    Trader Joe’s Opening 30 New Locations Across 18 States. See Full List

    If you’ve been craving artisanal cheese, you might be in luck. Trader Joe’s is planning a major expansion, with 30 new locations coming soon. Here’s everything you need to know,…

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    Easy Dump-and-Bake Casseroles for Busy Weeknights

    Casseroles are great family comfort food. But sometimes they get complicated with lots of precooking and pans required to bring the components together. That’s where “dump casseroles” come in. The…

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    New RV Owner Regrets: What To Know Before Buying

    Thousands of people have flocked to RVing over the past couple of years. With so many gorgeous, under-the-radar RV destinations to visit, it’s really no surprise. Before you join the…

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    23 Discontinued McDonald’s Menu Items Most People Won’t Remember

    Do you remember the McDLT, the McSalad Shakers, or the McSpaghetti?  Despite McDonald’s consistent and reliable image, it has tried and failed tons of different menu items over the years.…

  • Dillon, South Carolina, USA, March 23, 2019-Garish colors on the famous South of the Border restaurant draw travelers in on Route 95 just South of the North Carolina border.
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    Tourist Traps to Avoid in Every State

    For better or worse, tourist traps are part of the American landscape. Countless overhyped, colorful, quirky, and sometimes downright mystifying spots draw sightseers nationwide — at least, when a pandemic…

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    10 Unhealthiest Fast-Food Chains In America, Ranked

    Roughly 1 in 3 American adults — about 36.6% — grab fast food every single day. On the other side, more than 38 million Americans (11.6%) live with diabetes, and nearly…

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    Costco Opening New Locations This Month. Here’s the Full List

    People can’t seem to get enough of Costco, with its cavernous warehouse stores, cheap gas stations, generous return policies, and busy food courts. So the company is giving people what…

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    16 Fast-Food Restaurants That Use Real Cheese

    Sadly, we’ve come to expect fast-food restaurants to cut corners and use processed (aka fake) cheese, but you might be delighted to discover that a few places still use the…

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    Collectibles You Probably Tossed That Are Now Worth a Fortune

    It always feels great to discard your old, unwanted junk and then bask in your newly clutter-free space — until 10 or 20 years later, when you’re browsing an antique…