The Failed Coke MagiCan Promotion of 1990
by In the ’80s and ’90s, America had some of the best contests. We had Publisher’s Clearing House where you could win huge fake checks. We …
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Pizza Hut Training Video From 1988
By now, you should certainly know how I feel about Pizza Hut from back in the day. It was one of the best dining experiences …
Adams Gums
It’s hard to fathom childhood without chewing gum. Nostalgia just seeps out of the stuff. Whether you recall the comic tales of Bazooka Joe, the …
The Short Life of New Coke
Perhaps one of the darkest days in soft drink history occurred on April 23, 1985, when a true American icon was altered beyond all recognition. …
The Crispy Crusted History of Totino’s Pizza
When Rose and Jim Totino opened their first pizzeria in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1951, they probably never imagined that they’d be serving up 300 million …
The Magically Delicious History of Lucky Charms Cereal
Lucky Charms cereal has been a favorite of kids everywhere since it first hit store shelves in 1964. But even though the brand is almost …
The Reggie! Bar
During the 1977 world series, Reggie Jackson hit three home runs in game six, accomplishing something that had only been done previously by Babe Ruth. …
A Tribute to Nerds Cereal
You know me and food. We have a love/hate relationship. I love it when it’s around, but I hate it when it’s gone. Just like …
Country Music Stars Who Failed in the Food Business
Having what it takes to become a star in the world of country music doesn’t necessarily mean you have what it takes to succeed in …
Extinct Taco Bell Menu Items I Miss
Last year, Taco Bell made one of the more disappointing, heart-breaking announcements I’ve heard since my dad told me wrestling was fake all those years …
