Whatever Happened To Papa John's Founder John Schnatter?
John Schnatter isn't the public persona he once was, but he is still around. This is how the Papa John's founder navigated his next chapter.
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Mary K. Cahill
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Stories By Mary K. Cahill
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Old-School Fall Dishes People Hardly Eat Anymore
Hearty fall food is all about celebrating seasonal eating, but many vintage autumnal dishes are no longer as popular as they used to be years ago.
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11 Vintage Cheesecakes That Have Faded Away
The vintage cheesecakes that have faded into history have close ties to their various time periods. These cheesecakes don't make it to the table much anymore.
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Heinz X Smoothie King Ketchup Smoothie Review: This Shouldn't Work But Somehow Does
We all know the joke that a tomato is a fruit so ketchup is a smoothie. Now, thanks to Heinz and Smoothie King, you can enjoy an actual ketchup smoothie!
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Old-School Cookbooks That Are Now Worth Way More Than You Think
It's tricky to know what makes old-school cookbooks valuable. Find out how hidden gems can command top dollar and see if any of these are in your collection.
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Old-School Chain Restaurants From The 1970s That Sadly Disappeared
You may have never heard of some of the 1970s chain restaurants on this list. Yet for many who do remember these old-school gems, it's a trip down memory lane.
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Classic Foods From Every US State You May Have Forgotten About
There are people throughout the U.S. trying to keep classic state foods afloat in popular culture, but the ones on this list are at risk of being forgotten.
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Banned In The US: 13 Meats People Used To Eat That Are Now Outlawed
The laws surrounding meat consumption are intended to keep people from getting sick and to protect wildlife. Here's a list of meats that are banned in the U.S.
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The Biggest Yogurt Recalls In US History
Yogurt can be a healthy and beneficial snack -- unless you get it during a recall, like these brands that were once pulled from shelves due to various concerns.
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Old-School Seafood Dishes That Need To Make A Comeback
Seafood can be found in most restaurants but you might struggle to find some of these old-school dishes. Here's why we think they're due a comeback.
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The Most Popular Canned Foods From Every Decade
Certain canned items have experienced periods of trendiness. Let's take a decade-by-decade look at the most popular canned foods from the last 135 years.
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Old-School Chicken Dishes Everyone Almost Forgot About
Chicken recipes are endless, but some turned out to be too old-fashioned to last. Here's a glimpse into chicken's storied past with these old-school dishes.
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The Biggest Cake Recalls In US History
Cake typically marks celebrations, but none of these cake recalls were cause for festivity. Learn about the biggest cake recalls in the country over the years.
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Old-School Soups You Don't See People Eating Today
Many old-school soups were made out of necessity. Soup itself has stood the test of time, but you probably won't find these creations on the table anytime soon.
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The Biggest Cantaloupe Recalls In US History
Cantaloupe has been involved in serious food safety failures and nationwide recalls. These are recalls that changed how the U.S. handles this melon.
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The 12 Worst Chain Restaurant Recalls And Outbreaks In History
Recalls are incredibly damaging to chain restaurants, particularly when outbreaks of illnesses are involved. These are some of the worst in history.
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Cereal Recalls That Impacted Breakfast Lovers
Many people love to have cereal for breakfast, but even some of our favorite cereal brands have faced major recalls due to contaminated products.
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11 Costco Foods That Are About To Get More Expensive
Costco is great for grabbing a bargain when you want to buy in bulk, but some of these popular foods at Costco might just hit your budget harder than before.
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The Biggest Potato Recalls In US History
Potato products are omnipresent in U.S. grocery stores, but they're not always produced properly. These major recalls impacted countless consumers.
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12 Once-Popular Sandwiches Everyone Ate In The 1950s
They've never gone out of style, but some of these sandwiches and sandwich fillings are products of a bygone era. Join us as we take a trip down memory lane.
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The Biggest Marinara Sauce Recalls In US History
Marinara usually has simple ingredients, so undeclared ingredients usually call for a recall. Take a look at the biggest marinara sauce recalls in the U.S.
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11 Condiments That May Go Up In Price In 2025
Factors ranging from economics to politics to climate change are projected to hike up the price of some of your favorite condiments this year.
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How 12 US Presidents Liked To Have Their Steaks Cooked
From steak in the morning, steak to soothe the stomach, and the finest slice of Kobe beef, here are the steak-cooking preferences of 12 U.S. presidents.
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The Biggest Recalls In PepsiCo History
When a brand has as many products as PepsiCo does, recalls happen. These recalls have been so big, they left lasting impacts on the food and beverage industry.
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12 Restaurants That Named Items After Donald Trump
Despite being a polarizing figure, Donald Trump has inspired foodies around the world. Take a look at the restaurants that named menu items after Trump.
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The Biggest Coffee Recalls In US History
With over 3,000 coffee roasters in the U.S., the chance for something to go wrong is high. These are the biggest recalls that have affected the coffee trade.
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Review: Chili's Big QP Burger Gives Fast Food Burgers A Run For Their Money
Fast-casual chain Chili's makes a pretty big statement against fast food restaurants with its new Big QP Burger. Here's our verdict on Chili's new menu item.
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