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Wise prophet&nbsp;Homer Simpson <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUVwR0rw5fk" target="_blank">famously described alcohol</a> as &quot;the cause of and solution to all of life's problems&quot; and it turns out he's kind of right.&nbsp;Alcohol isn't just a mostly overpriced social lubricant at best (and horribly destructive and addictive poison at worst);&nbsp;&nbsp;it actually played a huge role in the daily routine of almost every man, woman,&nbsp;and child in early America.&nbsp;&nbsp;The drinking habits in early America shaped the country into what it is today, for better or for worse. Take a look back in time with this list and check out all of the old laws, resourceful criminals, and fearless leaders that changed our boozy history.&nbsp;

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The 1990s was the era of grunge, independent films, and the dawning of the world wide web, but what was it like at the grocery store? For generations, people have commented on the rising cost of groceries, but when factoring in inflation, some items are actually cheaper today than they were in the 1990s. Food prices in 1990 were often similar to today&#39;s prices - which one would hope for since it wasn&#39;t all that long ago - though some items have actually come down in price in the past 30 years.

Have you ever wondered, &ldquo;how much was a loaf of bread in the 1990s?&rdquo; How about the price of eggs? This list will break down <a href="http://https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=12&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjL-JT44NnoAhWQhJ4KHatpA1cQFjALegQIBxAB&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fnaldc.nal.usda.gov%2Fdownload%2FCAT91960192%2FPDF&amp;usg=AOvVaw3LzA_fIuaI7cfmaiGusyVK" target="_blank">1990 food prices</a> by listing the average price back then, the 1990 price factoring in inflation &ndash; using the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics&#39;s <a href="https://data.bls.gov/cgi-bin/cpicalc.pl?cost1=0.60&amp;year1=199001&amp;year2=202003" target="_blank">inflation calculator</a> &ndash; and today&#39;s cost for the same items.

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Did you know that some of the former presidents of the US were huge drinkers and recreational drug users? Huge! Granted, most people in the country were pretty hard drinkers in the 19th century. (Got a toothache? Whisky! Depressed? Gin! Starting your day? Cider!) But even in the context of their own time periods, these ex-presidents loved to party.Here is the question: which one would you most want to go on a bender with?! Think hard! This is totally serious and important. &nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=bender">Urban dictionary defines a bender as</a>&nbsp;"the status of being bent for more than a day. Usually results in loss of memory, money, strange tattoos, and other things you'll have a hell of a time explaining." So, not just a couple of beers at a bar, but a full-on blackout fest. Which former president would you bring with you? WHICH ONE?!Odds are, you don't know the personal story of each <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-u-s-presidents-from-best-to-worst">former US president</a>. That's okay. Context has been provided as well as the pros and cons to consider before you make your choice. So grab a glass of whiskey to sip on, pull up a chair, and rank these ex-presies. If you're drinking already and feeling bold, rerank this list and put it in your own order.&nbsp;

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Everyone loves seafood, including people who are allergic to shellfish. But what are the best kinds of seafood? This is a list of all of your favorite crustaceans, cephalopods, and mollusks, ranked by how often you would like to eat them. Each sea creature is listed here for you to vote up if you think it is delicious. Some great things about seafood include that they are mostly protein and that they are mostly water, which means virtually no calories. You can eat 14 lbs. of shrimp and not gain a single human pound. Also, many / most types of sea animals can be eaten grilled, boiled, or even raw, so it comes right to your plate looking like it just accidentally took a detour out of the sea and not disguised like something else. Eat it how it is, or just add a little lemon juice or butter if you want. Just don't forget to remove the head LOL!What is your favorite type of seafood? What kind of platter do you want at Joe's Crab Shack or Red Lobster or wherever you are taking your crush tonight? Maybe you can order a lobster tail like an aristocrat, or shrimp prepared six different ways like the local comptroller. Does your menu offer a dozen or even a bucket of clams? If so, you might have to decide between those and the mussels with the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-french-fries?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">French fries</a>, just like Napoleon Bonaparte once did. If your favorite seafood is crab, crawfish, or sea urchin, it is your lucky day, because those items are on this list for you to vote up up up as you please.For the sake of brevity, this list doesn't include actual fish that are just regular fish. You know what that means. It is great if you are like, &quot;My favorite seafood is fish,&quot; but this list is only about non-fish. Great; please vote up the animals that you think are the best kinds of seafoods to eat. If you are like &quot;Yuck, I hate all seafood and/or am allergic to it,&quot;&nbsp;no need to do anything at all!&nbsp;

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Bon App&eacute;tit! Ever wonder who the most influential chefs of all time are? Sure, super chefs Bobby Flay, Gordon Ramsay, and other <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/notable-tv-chef_s)/reference" target="_blank">famous TV chefs</a> can be considered some of the best, but are they&nbsp;the most influential? Maybe for their time, yet they may be nowhere when it comes to cooking if it wasn't for some of the top world chefs before them. In other words, the chefs to follow were largely important in creating and exploring a great deal of dishes and cuisines, changing the way chefs&nbsp;approach food, as well as how we eat.&nbsp;While many of these <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-male-chefs/reference" target="_blank">renown chefs</a> still grace the world with their delicious plates, others have since passed, leaving their great contributions behind for all of us to enjoy. From Frenchman Alexis Soyer to the award-winning Thomas Keller, these important chefs had a huge influence on a broad range of dishes, and they set the standard for chefs across the world. But who's the most influential chef ever?Check out the list of top chefs in history below and be sure to vote up whoever you think had the greatest influence on food as we know it today. You can also vote chefs down and add any missing ones to the list.&nbsp;

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From cheap Starbucks hacks to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/starbucks-secret-menu-items/secret-menu-items">new flavorful combinations</a> or more healthy choices, your coffee drinks have never tasted so good. People from all over the internet have come together to share the best tips to try on your next coffee run.&nbsp;Vote up the best tips on how to hack your Starbucks order!

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Ready for a real health hack that will give you results you've never dreamed possible? It's easy: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." (-Michael Pollan) Vote for your faves.

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Listen up, gang: It's time to get serious about the best kinds of lettuce. This is a list of several types of lettuces, ranked from the best to eat to the grossest and most useless. Are we talking about just for salads here? No bro! This lettuce is for any type of eating, like in a salad or a soup or even to wrap your protein-style cheeseburger at In-N-Out—even though you also got fries and are, come on, eating a cheeseburger no matter how you dress it up. What even is lettuce? According to scientists, lettuce is an annual plant in the daisy family. Wow, so is kale even a lettuce? Not really! But it is on this list anyway. So are a bunch of other leafy <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/leafy-greens-and-salad-vegetables/diet-information-lists?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">green vegetables</a> and also a few red / purple ones. To be honest, most of the things on this list probably aren't even actually lettuce.&nbsp;Anyway, what is the best kind of lettuce for you? Are some types of lettuces / leafy greens better for you than others? Well, the long and short answer is: no, they are pretty much all the same. Maybe kale has a little more vitamin A than iceberg lettuce, and maybe cabbage is a really good source of manganese… But unless you are an actual alpaca who only eats lettuce all day every day, those trace nutrients and minerals don't vary all that much. Just be proud of yourself for choosing to eat any vegetable at all, even if it is just for one part of one meal. Now just try not to drown it in ranch dressing.Vote up your fave lettuce varieties to eat raw or grilled, blend into juices and shakes, make your cellphone wallpaper, blog about, etc.

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Scientists have found that smell is the sense that’s most tied into memory, and this makes one contemplate the possibility that a person’s favorite smell is tied into a favorite memory. Whether it’s your mother cooking breakfast on a Sunday morning, or the memory of a beach vacation with an ex-lover, these sense memories are waiting in your subconscious to be awakened with one sniff of a candle. Call us sentimental, but all of the scents and pleasant odors on this list of the best smells in the world are connected to important parts of life, and you likely feel the same way about more than one of the smells on this list.Even though you probably smell it every day, the aroma of ground coffee is still one of the best smelling scents imaginable. It’s possibly only topped by the smell of the air before it begins to rain. You'll surely have your own personal list of the best smells in the entire world, but how many of them cross over with those on this list? Are any of the smells something that most people find super gross, but you just love? Vote on it.Check out this list of the best smells and don’t forget to vote up the ones your nose loves the most. Are any of your favorite scents missing? Feel free to add them for others to vote on.

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Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts. The world’s plates are littered with the gross vegetables we refuse to eat. Everyone's got their own tastes, and for many of us, veggies are public enemy #1.Love carrots but hate green beans? This list of the worst vegetables is the place to make your voice heard! Give a thumbs up for the bad veggies that you simply won't eat. And a thumbs down for the ones you love (asparagus, amirite?).It doesn't matter why you dislike any veggie - whether it’s because of its texture, taste or color - vote for it all the same. If you feel like ranking vegetables with your absolute most hated at the top, make your own version. That will let the world know which vegetables are most disliked, and which ones are actually pretty good.What are the worst vegetables to eat? What are the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-most-delicious-vegetables-v1?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best tasting vegetables</a>? When you're done being picky, check out this list of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-summer-fruits-to-keep-around/chef-jen">best summer fruits</a>.

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There's an almost magical quality to food travel shows that turns even the most mundane subjects into must-watch TV. Through the lens of master storytellers like Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern, we become fearless explorers of night markets in Bangkok, hidden tapas bars in Barcelona, and sizzling street carts in Mexico City. We taste without risk, travel without jetlag, and experience cultures without leaving home.These shows work their magic through a perfect recipe: mouthwatering cinematography that captures every glistening drop of sauce and curl of steam, charismatic hosts who blend culinary expertise with raw curiosity, and pure escapist joy. Whether you're binge-watching on Netflix, channel-surfing on Food Network, or diving deep into Amazon's endless <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-buffet-foods/ranker-food?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">buffet of food</a> content, these shows tap into our primal connection to food and our eternal wanderlust – reminding us that somewhere in the world, someone is always cooking something amazing.

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The pursuit to find the best White Claw Hard Seltzer flavors is a delightful adventure for anyone seeking refreshing and flavorful alcoholic beverages. The harmonious fusion of fruity essence, fizzy effervescence, and an alcoholic kick makes these seltzers popular among enthusiasts who appreciate quality taste.&nbsp;White Claw flavors include an array of taste experiences that highlight distinct fruit profiles in every sip. These hard seltzers offer more than just pleasant aromas; they deliver well-rounded flavor compositions that cater to different preferences while staying true to their core characteristics. Consequently, every discerning drinker can discover a personal favorite among the myriad choices.&nbsp;A few standout examples include Tangerine, Black Cherry, and Watermelon White Claw hard seltzer flavors. Tangerine packs a zesty citrus punch with a clean finish that keeps you coming back for more. Black Cherry presents a bold yet refined fruity tang that appeals to those who appreciate depth in their drinks. Meanwhile, Watermelon shines with its sweet and invigorating taste embodying quintessential summer vibes. Each flavor brings something unique to the table.In the vibrant world of hard seltzers, White Claw has carved out a niche by offering innovative and dynamic flavor selections tailored to satisfy various palates. Discovering these exhilarating libations opens up new horizons for enjoyment while giving aficionados an opportunity to appreciate the subtle nuances distinguishing one variety from another.&nbsp;

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For generations, people have commented on the rising cost of groceries, but when factoring in inflation, some items are actually cheaper today than they were in the 1950s. Food prices in 1950 were measured in cents, but in 2020 those prices go up exponentially. That milkshake you&#39;d be sharing with your sweetie would be almost two times as expensive thanks to what inflation did to milk prices.

Have you ever wondered, &ldquo;how much was a loaf of bread in the 1950s?&rdquo; How about the price of eggs? This list will break down <a href="https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=umn.31951d023676548&amp;view=1up&amp;seq=19" target="_blank">1950 food prices</a> by listing the average price back then, the 1950 price factoring in inflation &ndash; using the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics&#39;s <a href="https://data.bls.gov/cgi-bin/cpicalc.pl?cost1=0.52&amp;year1=195001&amp;year2=202003" target="_blank">inflation calculator</a> &ndash; and today&#39;s cost for the same items.

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Imagine you've committed a horrific crime - so horrific you're sitting on death row. Before your impending death, the prison offers you one last meal. What would you choose?It's captivating to see what <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/top-10-most-elaborate-final-meals-in-death-row-history/john-barryman">real death row inmates picked as their final meal</a>. From four-course meals to a simple cup of coffee,&nbsp;final meals on death row allow&nbsp;criminals to enjoy one last indulgence of the world they're leaving behind. Some states&nbsp;put caps on <a href="http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/explainer/2009/11/ill_have_24_tacos_and_the_filet_mignon.html">how much an inmate's gourmet prison food will cost</a>, but such wasn't always the case. Luckily for you, there is no cap on this list and the sky is the limit. What would your final meal on death row be?&nbsp;

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The Guinness Book of World Records was originally used as a reference for bars to keep on hand to settle bar bets about the biggest, smallest, fasted, longest, and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/weird-things-people-ate/laura-allan?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">weirdest things in the world</a>. Now with the advent of the Internet, a physical book is no longer needed to settle a bet, but the tradition of wanting to be the biggest and best at something has not faded away.&nbsp;Nowadays, it is less about topping someone else's record, and more about coming up with a record that nobody has tried yet. Especially when it comes to food. This list includes ridiculous things such as the most oysters eaten in three minutes, the biggest hot dog on the market, the most milkshakes made with someone's nose, and more. You would think that there isn't any uncharted territory left for food-related records, but someone always manages to come up with another batch of crazy and pointless feats for the next year.Hungry? Feas on these 20 of the most insane food-related world records out there right now. Which ones do you think are the most impressive of all time? One thing's for certain, you probably won't be in the mood to eat these foods after this list!

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Every <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/each-state-essential-food/melissa-sartore">state has a food</a> it is known for, and we often take pride in claiming that our home makes some of the best barbecue, seafood, or pies in the nation. Still, when Ranker asked readers which food they could eat for the rest of their lives, Chinese food, spaghetti, burritos, and sushi were some of the dishes that ranked at the very top of the list. Part of what makes these foods so appealing is that they seem special, helping us feel like we are experiencing ethnic foods without having to leave home. Are we really, though?&nbsp;It turns out that some of our very favorite “ethnic” foods actually originated right here in our own country. While a few resemble dishes from their supposed countries, others were conceptualized entirely in the United States. This list exposes the fascinating, real, and very American origins of some of our very favorite “ethnic” dishes.

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Though it was campaigned for over many years, it wasn't until 2018 that the FDA <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/restaurant-menu-law/">enacted a law</a> requiring <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-restaurant-chains-in-america?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">US restaurant chains</a> with more than 20 locations to list their calories on their menu. The issue has been hotly debated - the pro-calorie side holds that consumers deserve the right to know more about the nutritional information of their food, and that listing calories may help people make healthier, more informed choices about what they eat.&nbsp;On <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.eater.com/22872257/get-rid-of-calorie-counts-on-menus">the opposing side</a>, it's been argued that calorie listings wrongly conflate caloric value with nutritional value - just because something is low in calories doesn't mean it's necessarily healthier than a menu item with higher calories. Other people may just not want to know.For better or worse, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-restaurants-to-stop-at-during-a-road-trip/restaurant-chains">our favorite US chains</a> must now provide the calorie information on dishes - both old fan favorites and new, trendy takes. Here's the highest calorie option at each chain - which one's making your mouth water?

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Girl Scout Cookies season is an eagerly anticipated time of year, with countless individuals excited to get their hands on these delightful treats. The variety of delicious flavors caters to diverse palates, ensuring that everyone has a personal favorite to indulge in. From the irresistible crunch of Thin Mints to the sweet and gooey goodness of Samoas, each cookie brings something special to the table.&nbsp;While there are numerous Girl Scout Cookies varieties available, a few stand out for their unbeatable taste and addictive qualities. These most popular Girl Scout cookies often become household staples, with fans waiting with bated breath for the next opportunity to enjoy their cherished snacks. Each bite into these scrumptious creations transports taste buds on an unparalleled culinary journey through layers of chocolate, caramel, peanut butter, and other mouthwatering ingredients that leave us yearning for more.&nbsp;Among these top-ranking cookies are the beloved Thin Mints - a perfect balance between refreshing mint flavor and rich chocolate coating that keeps enthusiasts coming back every season. Another fan favorite is Samoas or Caramel deLites: chewy caramel-filled gems adorned with tender coconut shavings and drizzled in more chocolate - truly a heavenly combination worth savoring. Then there are Tagalongs Peanut Butter Patties - crispy cookies enveloped by luscious peanut butter and coated in smooth chocolate - leaving many powerless against their allure. These examples merely scratch the surface when it comes to great Girl Scout Cookies that have captured hearts (and stomachs) across generations.&nbsp;As we toast this long-standing tradition of satisfying our collective cravings for sweets with delectable Girl Scout Cookies offerings, it's clear that these treasured treats continue to hold a special place in our lives. Whether they evoke cherished memories from childhood or serve as indulgent snacking options during cozy evenings at home, the best Girl Scout Cookies consistently deliver delightful flavors that keep us coming back for more, year after year.&nbsp;

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The best french fries come in all shapes, sizes and seasonings as they are served up by the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-fast-food-brands" target="_blank">top fast food chains</a> daily. These greasy, salty potato sticks are the perfect accompaniment to a nice cheeseburger, with chicken strips or in some cases, even with a taco or two. Which <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-fast-food-brands?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">fast food restaurant</a> has the best french fries? That&#39;s often a matter of opinion but if nothing else, the battle for the best fast food fries is a fierce one.

In the traditional sense, McDonald&#39;s french fries are a classic favorite with their crispy outside and warm and steamy inside. But there are plenty of others right on their tail. Wendy&#39;s Natural Cut Fries and In-n-Out&#39;s shoestring french fries are favorites as well.

For those who like a bit more flavor, there is another competition brewing among the Cajun fry makers. Arby&#39;s is known for their spiced curly fries, Rally&#39;s and Checker&#39;s have their seasoned fries and Five Guys provides ample taste and quantity with their Cajun fries. Even Popeye&#39;s Chicken puts out a pretty mean Cajun fries which battles the KFC potato wedges among fried chicken lovers.

Similarly, another trend recently in the french fry world is the introduction of sweet potato fries. Both Carl&#39;s Jr. and Burger King have introduced sweet potato fries recently though some only for a limited time, with mixed results.

So whether you enjoy the crispy straight fries, waffle fries, crinkle-cut fries, those curly fries with the perfect amount of cajun seasoning or even sweet potato fries, there&#39;s sure to be the perfect french fries out there for you somewhere to enjoy with your <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-fast-food-burgers" target="_blank">favorite fast food burger</a>. Which french fries do you enjoy best? Vote for your favorites or re-rank this list your way, all below.

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This list includes famous restaurant chains from throughout the United States. Restaurant chains offer a familiarity through their decor and menu throughout all of their locations. As such, they tend to be most popular in areas where one would find travelers or tourists. From fast food, to drive-thrus, and even some <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-top-bar-and-grill-restaurant-chains/restaurant-chains">sit-down franchises</a>, there are a variety of restaurants on this list, each serving different international cuisines or their own takes on American classics.The idea of chain restaurants is widely credited to Harland Sanders, more famously known as &quot;Colonel Sanders.&quot; By &quot;franchising&quot; out his secret recipe, restaurants that served his food had an advantage as travelers knew what to expect. His restaurant, KFC, is now one of the largest in the world. Today, nearly every cuisine imaginable has a restaurant chain attached to it.Vote up your favorite chain restaurants below, or vote down those you'll never go back to again. Looking for more of a sweet treat? Check out lists of the Best Ice Cream and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-ice-cream-and-frozen-yogurt-chains/restaurant-chains?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Frozen Yogurt Chains</a>.&nbsp;Cook up some mediocre Italian food at home using this list of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/olive-garden-recipes/shutup-barry">Olive Garden recipes</a>, and take a look at other delicious lists like, the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-japanese-foods/ranker-food">Best Japanese Foods</a> and the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-brain-foods/ranker-food">Best Brain Foods</a>.

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