The beef fat–fried version that first caught Ray Kroc's eye is now extinct.

A bar sharing a basement with a pickle place led to an unusual drink.

A completely delicious, nearly nutrient-free sandwich beloved by generations of New Englanders.

Meat covered in gelatinous goo was once a classic American comfort food.

These holiday cakes link Christmas to the Norse god of lightning.

The hot dog chain’s charming “bi-dent” picks up potatoes with ease.

Once upon a time, getting your carbonation fix required a visit to a monstrous machine.

The reddest of the red meat.

The original energy bar.

An ancient cooking method still produces delicious, beachside feasts.

The Carnival cake comes with a hidden baby Jesus inside.

Funerals in the Lone Star State call for this comforting chocolate treat.

Baloney's predecessor is sweet, delicately spiced, and bigger than your head.

In Idaho, even sundaes pay tribute to the state's beloved tuber.

In the 1920s, confectioners thought the public wanted candy that looked like legumes—and they were right.

Historians debate whether this dish actually originated with Italian sex workers.

This summery parfait has mingled with British royals and literary elites.

This flat, silver spoon holds an exalted place in the mystery and ritual of absinthe drinking.

Produced since 1847, these classic New England candies almost disappeared in 2018.

This traditional Southern pairing captures sweet and salty in a single bottle.

This tasty Czech pastry is now a Texan tradition.

This pineapple soft serve has a cult following at Disney theme parks.

Grown in the volcanic soil around Mt. Vesuvius, these tomatoes are one of only a couple varieties used in authentic Neapolitan pizza.

This New Year's luck-bringer has a controversial contemporary taste.