The History of Snack Food in America

The History of Snack Foods in America

Period: Jan 1, 1800 to Jan 1, 2016

Snacks in the 1800's!

Jan 1, 1893

Food History: The 1893 Columbian Exposition in Chicago
Many breakfast foods we still enjoy today were popularized at the Columbian Exposition, also known as the Chicago World's Fair, in 1893.

Snacks in the 1900's!

Jan 1, 1902

Jello becomes popular in 1902 thanks to an advertisment in Ladie's Home Journal

Snacks in the 1920's!

Jan 1, 1920

Here's a song about ice cream written in 1927!Ice cream and Chocolate sales increase due to prohibition.

Snacks in the 1950's!

Jan 1, 1950

Watch the first McDonalds commercial!Fast Food restaurants such as McDonalds become popular.

Snacks in the 1970's!

Jan 1, 1970

Read about the history of instant ramen!

Snacks in the 1980's!

Jan 1, 1980

Watch the Smurf Berry Crunch commerical!Diet Soda and novelty snacks (such as Smurf-themed products) are popularized.

Snacks of Today!

Jan 1, 2016

27 Healthier Store-Bought Snacks (Under 150 Calories)Companies aimed to make snack foods healthier with 100 Calorie Packs and more organic ingredients