A stash of decades-old cocktail napkins from Los Angeles restaurants and watering holes is transporting Angelenos back to a bygone era — and proves to be a souvenir worth saving. The colorful collection, believed to date largely back to the 1950’s and 1960’s, was recently discovered and shared on Reddit. “Found a small box under … Read more
Hidden in the historic streets of Greenpoint, Brooklyn you’ll find a nondescript black door. Once you’re let in, walk up the steps and two doors on the left will transport you back to the 1990s. Inside, you’ll find preservationist Marcos Meconi, a 47-year-old Argentinian man with a sleeve of tattoos and short, curly hair, setting … Read more
Burger King is letting customers have it their way. After 15 long years, the beloved fast food chain is answering customers’ prayers by bringing back a fan-favorite menu item — the crown nuggets. Beginning Tuesday, the on-theme bites will be offered on both the kids’ and regular menus. For kiddos, the crispy fried goodness will … Read more
How do you entice new customers onto a cruise ship? That often-maligned holiday experience of tiny crowded pools, average entertainment, long buffet lines, smoky casinos and bingo (not to mention bingo wings)? How about with a bit of rock ’n’ roll? Or rap? Or disco? Virgin Voyages, a cruise line with a unique music heritage, is … Read more
Back to the good old days. 2026 has proven to be the year of nostalgia. Youngsters are resorting to old-school tech like vintage flip phones and iPods. Others are returning to analog hobbies and activities. Even beloved restaurant chain Pizza Hut is going back in time, reverting to its retro glory — red checkered tablecloths … Read more
Pizza Hut is taking a page out of its old playbook. The pizza chain is bringing back a nostalgic invention to keep kids reading and away from technology this summer. Gen X and Millennials likely remember a time when they were incited to read during their summer break from school — just so they could … Read more
It’s beginning to look a lot like a Ralph Lauren Christmas. Home decor enthusiasts on social media are getting into the holiday spirit with the American fashion brand’s nostalgic aesthetic. According to Fortune, the phrase “Ralph Lauren Christmas” has surged by over 600% on TikTok and Instagram compared with last year, while Etsy searches are … Read more
This might bake your day! An iconic ’90s toy is back in stores just in time for the holidays — and your inner child will want to get one as soon as possible. The beloved Easy-Bake Ultimate Toy Oven, which was first introduced in 1963, is now available at Sam’s Club at a sweet price … Read more
Once a familiar sight in American lunchboxes, olive loaf, a processed deli meat studded with green olives and red pimentos, has nearly disappeared from shelves. Its cameo in the 1985 film “The Breakfast Club” cemented its place in pop culture, only to be discarded like it was in the movie when Ally Sheedy’s character Allison Reynolds opted … Read more
Taco Bell is hitting rewind. The restaurant chain is serving up the early 2000s with its Decades Y2K Menu, which brings back five of its most requested favorites of the era. The new menu features the revival of beloved Taco Bell favorites, including Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos, Caramel Apple Empanada, 7-Layer Burrito, Double-Decker Taco … Read more
McDonald’s is shaking things up. The fast-food chain launched the new “McDonaldland Meal” — inspired by the “mystical world” they first created way back in 1971 — on August 12, and with it came the brand new Mt. McDonaldland Shake. The limited-edition pink-and-blue Mt. McDonaldland Shake, an ode to the blue lava and pink clouds … Read more
McDonald’s is lovin’ nostalgia. The fast-food chain has announced the launch of the new “McDonaldland Meal” — inspired by the “mystical world” they first created way back in 1971. McDonaldland is the fictional place where the fast food franchise’s beloved characters reside, and it features Apple Pie Trees and Hamburger Patches. For two decades, McDonaldland … Read more
Madeline Murphy remembers the instructions she was given on the set of “Jumanji” when she was an extra some 30 years ago: “Pretend you’re frightened and you’re screaming because an elephant’s coming after you.” So, that’s what she did in the Central Square of Keene, New Hampshire, running back and forth, over and over, on a long … Read more
A famed sunken ship is finally resurfacing. Photos from the peak era of the world’s first-ever floating McDonald’s are bringing the culinary curiosity back into the spotlight. On March 11, 1980, the floating Golden Arches officially opened for business in St. Louis, Missouri, just south of the iconic Gateway Arch. On March 11, 1980, the … Read more
The World Video Game Hall of Fame on Thursday inducted four honorees, paying tribute to games that challenged players and changed the industry. Making up the Class of 2025 are: Defender, the 1981 arcade game that raised the bar on difficulty; Tamagotchi, the digital pets that bridged toys and video games; GoldenEye 007, whose four-person mode … Read more
Streaming didn’t kill the video star. Dust off your VCRs, ’90s kids — a new NYC video store is reviving a brick-and-mortar movie scene pushed to the brink of extinction by streaming platforms. Opened last week in Williamsburg, Night Owl Video is now the only full-service video store in NYC. They offer around 1,500 unique … Read more
Val Kilmer fueled nostalgia in his final Instagram post just weeks before his death at 65. Kilmer died after a battle with pneumonia on Tuesday at his home in Los Angeles, his daughter Mercedes confirmed. In a video shared on his social media account, Kilmer could be seen sitting next to a painting he made … Read more
Fans will be soda-lighted. Coca-Cola is reviving its iconic “Share a Coke” campaign for the first time in over a decade — this time targeting a younger audience. Starting in April, Coca-Cola cans and bottles will feature popular first names in stores worldwide in over 120 countries. “The iconic Share a Coke is back and … Read more
Lorelai and Luke forever. “Gilmore Girls” stars Lauren Graham and Scott Patterson gave fans of the show a holiday treat by reuniting in a Walmart ad released Tuesday. The 30-second video begins with Sean Gunn reprising his role as Kirk, who drops off a Walmart box at Luke’s diner in Stars Hallow. Sean Gunn as … Read more
Taco Bell is rolling back the clock. Starting August 15, the fast food chain is bringing back fan-favorite menu items dating back to the 1960s with a new, nostalgic test menu full of “iconic hits through the decades.” Taco Bell is debuting a new, nostalgic test menu full of “iconic hits through the decades.” Taco … Read more