Popular snacks/foods at the time
brand of microwavable frozen sandwich, often described as a turnover, that is typically filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables, and is usually eaten hot
What is? Hot Pockets
prepackaged, bento-box style snack kits marketed as a convenient and fun lunch or snack option, particularly for children
What is? Lunchables
a popular fast-food restaurant chain known for its square hamburgers, fresh-never-frozen beef, and iconic Frosty desserts
What is? Wendys
a brand of fruit juice drink, primarily marketed towards children, known for its iconic, stand-up pouch packaging
What is? Caprisun
a classic American sandwich consisting of ground beef cooked in a sweet, tomato-based sauce, typically ketchup or a combination of ketchup and tomato sauce, and served on a hamburger bun
What is? sloppy joes
a Japanese dish primarily known for its use of vinegared rice, often paired with various ingredients like raw or cooked fish, vegetables, and other seafood
What is? Sushi
a brand of frozen meals known for being lower in calories, fat, and sodium than many other frozen food options
What is? Lean cuisine
a former Mexican restaurant chain, a Dragon Ball character, and a slang term in some Latin American regions
What is? Chi-Chi's
creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor profile, often described as a blend of onion, garlic, tomato, and spice
What is? Cool ranch doritos
bite-sized, breaded pizza pockets filled with tomato sauce, imitation cheese, and various toppings
What is? pizza rolls
a pre-baked, rectangular toaster pastry with a sweet filling sealed between two thin pastry layers
What is? Pop tarts
a frozen dessert, similar to ice cream, but it's made with yogurt instead of just milk and cream
What is? Frozen yogurt
a popular restaurant chain, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, known for its all-you-can-eat approach, especially to the salad bar, shrimp cocktails, and bottomless drinks
What is? Beefsteak Charlies
a brand of flat, corn syrup-based, fruit-flavored snack that are rolled into a tube and come wrapped in a sheet of cellophane to prevent sticking
What is? Fruit roll ups
a pasta dish where elbow macaroni is coated in a rich, creamy cheese sauce, typically cheddar-based
What is? Mac and cheese
a savory, open-faced tart or pie-like dish with a pastry crust and a filling made of eggs, milk, and cream, often with cheese, vegetables, meat, or seafood
What is? Quiche
a frozen dessert, a creamy pudding on a stick
What is? Jell-O pudding pops
a casual dining restaurant and tavern that emphasizes chef-driven food, innovative drinks, and a warm, inviting atmosphere with a focus on Irish hospitality
What is? Bennigan's
a baked dish made from ground meat, often beef or a combination of beef and pork, combined with other ingredients like breadcrumbs, eggs, and seasonings, then formed into a loaf shape and baked
What is? Meatloaf
A dish that typically combines various ingredients like meats, vegetables, grains, and sauces baked together in a deep dish.
What is? Tuna casserole
a cooking technique where meat is coated in a spice blend and cooked at very high heat, resulting in a dark, almost black crust, but not burnt, with a deep, flavorful taste
What is? Blackened meat
sugary, corn and oat-based breakfast cereal
What is? Mr. T cereal
a prominent American fast-food chain, known for its innovative approach to fast food, including being among the first to offer a kids' meal and a "Work Bar" for burger customization
What is? Burger chef
a dish prepared with one or more types of pasta, almost always chilled or room temperature, and most often tossed in a vinegar, oil or mayonnaise-based dressing
What is? Pasta salad
a classic comfort food featuring a hearty, creamy chicken and vegetable filling encased in a flaky pastry crust
What is? A chicken pot pie