Nancy Stole the Spotlight. Now Meet the Man Who Created Her.
You know Nancy. You might know Sluggo. But do you know Ernie Bushmiller, the cartoonist whose deceptively simple creation became bigger than its creator?
Top Stories
The latest story from each Tony Medeiros publication.
Everybody Hates Candy Corn. So Who Keeps Buying It?
Candy corn has been hated for generations, yet millions of pounds are sold every year. Here's the strange history behind Halloween's most divisive candy.
The Smash Burger Took Over. Has It Finally Peaked?
The smash burger became a restaurant phenomenon. Now chefs are exploring thicker burgers, A&W has joined the trend, and Montreal still has plenty of places worth hunting down.
Hey! Ho! Let’s Go… Up to the Ninth Floor
A college elevator ride with three punks, Doc Martens, Muzak and a little Blitzkrieg Bop turns into one of Tony's strangest memories.
Sandbox World
The latest stories from Sandbox World.
Nancy Stole the Spotlight. Now Meet the Man Who Created Her.
You know Nancy. You might know Sluggo. But do you know Ernie Bushmiller, the cartoonist whose deceptively simple creation became bigger than its creator?
The 8-Track Tape Died. Apparently Nobody Told It.
The 8-track tape ruled car stereos before cassettes killed it, but its strange legacy lives on in mixtapes, video-game cartridges and collectors.
The Secret Origin of the Smiley Face
Harvey Ball created the iconic smiley face in 10 minutes for $45. Here is how a simple insurance-company design became a global symbol and an Acid House icon.
Why I Hate Tweety
Why I hate Tweety Bird, from his treatment of Sylvester to his strange origins, boy-or-girl mystery, and the cartoons that make him look less innocent.
What Is Evil? Are Humans the Only Animals Capable of Evil?
What if evil isn't a thing at all, but the word we invented for what happens when one person meets their own needs by dominating another person's life?
Grubbits
The latest stories from Grubbits.
Everybody Hates Candy Corn. So Who Keeps Buying It?
Candy corn has been hated for generations, yet millions of pounds are sold every year. Here's the strange history behind Halloween's most divisive candy.
Why Does a Wedding Cake Cost $1,000 or More? The Strange History Behind It
Wedding cakes can cost thousands. Explore the strange history of wedding cakes, from purity and royal weddings to television, toppers and cake culture.
Who Invented Mozzarella Sticks? The Surprising History
Mozzarella sticks seem like a modern bar-food invention, but their story stretches from medieval France through Naples and into American restaurants.
The Cheeseburger Was Basically an Accident
The cheeseburger seems simple enough, but its origin story involves a teenage cook, competing claims, a trademark, chocolate experiments and a 2,014-pound burger.
Everyone Suddenly Wants Quebec Maple Syrup
Quebec maple syrup is a global food powerhouse. Here's why demand keeps growing, how the strategic reserve works, and what it means for diners.
MTLRestoRap
The latest stories from MTLRestoRap.
The Smash Burger Took Over. Has It Finally Peaked?
The smash burger became a restaurant phenomenon. Now chefs are exploring thicker burgers, A&W has joined the trend, and Montreal still has plenty of places worth hunting down.
Lord William Pub: A Griffintown Surprise Worth Discovering
Discover Lord William Pub in Griffintown, where historic surroundings, burgers, nachos, fries and a lively pub atmosphere make for a memorable meal.
I Ordered a Canadiano Instead of an Americano. Elbows Up!
I ordered a Canadiano instead of an Americano at a Montreal café. Here's what I thought about the coffee, the name and the Canadian story behind it.
Why Does Your Restaurant Coke Cost $4?
Why does a restaurant Coke cost $4? We look at fountain drinks, restaurant margins, self-serve soda and who really controls the experience.
Bossa Is Coming to the West Island
Bossa is coming to the West Island this October, bringing its popular Italian sandwiches to a new location on Sources Boulevard in Dollard-des-Ormeaux.