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Wild Alaskan salmon sandwich

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In Alaska, the sandwich of choice comes straight from its icy waters . The wild Alaskan salmon sandwich features freshly caught salmon, often grilled or lightly smoked, served on hearty bread with crisp lettuce, tomato, and a tangy dill sauce.

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Frybread "Navajo Taco"

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Tacos with a twist: Arizona’s beloved frybread "Navajo taco" is a sort of open-faced sandwich. A variety of taco fillings served on pillowy frybread ; golden and crisp on the outside, soft inside.

It’s generously topped with seasoned ground beef or shredded meat, beans, lettuce, cheese, and sometimes salsa or sour cream.

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Deep-Fried catfish sandwich

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In Arkansas, a true taste of home often comes between two buttered buns. The deep-fried catfish sandwich features flaky catfish fillets, breaded in cornmeal and fried to a golden crisp. It usually contains a smear of tartar sauce, a few pickles, and maybe some shredded lettuce.

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Italian Beef Sandwich

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Chicagoans take their beef seriously, and nothing embodies the city’s flavor like the Italian beef sandwich. Thinly sliced roast beef is simmered in its own seasoned jus, piled high on an Italian-style roll, and often topped with giardiniera or sweet peppers.

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Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

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Indiana’s pride comes between two buns: the legendary pork tenderloin sandwich. This oversized, breaded, and deep-fried pork cutlet, often wider than the bun itself, is served with classic toppings like lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

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Hot Brown

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The Hot Brown is Louisville’s indulgent favorite. This open-faced marvel layers roasted turkey and crisp bacon atop toasted bread , smothered in creamy Mornay sauce, and baked until golden. It was created in 1926 at the Brown Hotel, designed as a late-night supper for hotel guests.

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Jucy Lucy

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Burgers count! Minneapolis is home to a burger with a deliciously molten secret: the Jucy Lucy. This cheese-stuffed masterpiece hides gooey American cheese inside two patties of seasoned beef. Today, it’s a must-try for any visitor seeking a twist on a classic American burger.

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Pastrami Sandwich

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Few sandwiches are as iconic as New York’s pastrami on rye, and Katz’s Delicatessen is the reigning champion. Brined, smoked, and expertly sliced pastrami piled high on fresh rye bread , often with mustard, has been a favorite since the deli opened in 1888.

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The Elvis Sandwich

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Tennessee claims a sweet-and-savory creation forever linked to its most famous son: Elvis Presley. The Elvis sandwich combines peanut butter, banana, and crispy bacon . Would you like to try it?

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Lobster Roll

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This one was an easy choice: no Maine culinary list is complete without the lobster roll. Bursting with fresh, tender lobster meat lightly dressed in butter or mayo and nestled into a soft, toasted roll, this sandwich is a staple of seaside shacks .

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Goldfinger: Aston Martin DB5

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The ultimate Bond ride came dressed in silver-gray elegance, blending timeless style with secret-agent swagger. Beneath its polished curves, it packed a clever arsenal—hidden machine guns, retractable defenses, and even an ejector seat! Tipping the scales at roughly 3,300 pounds, it could push up to 145 miles per hour, a thrill worthy of 007 himself. And while that famous red eject button looked ready for action, it was all Hollywood magic—no villains actually took flight.

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Ferris Bueller’s Day Off: Ferrari 250 GT California

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Even though the Ferrari in John Hughes’ popular teen comedy, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, was actually a replica —made to protect the real $250,000 classic from any on-set mishaps—it looked every bit as stunning as the genuine Italian beauty. With its smooth, elegant curves and that unmistakable engine roar, it captured the hearts of viewers and brought pure charm to the big screen. The Ferrari 250 GT California is as much a star as Ferris himself.

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The Love Bug: Volkswagen Beetle

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"Herbie" wasn’t just a car—he was a character with personality, spunk, and a soft spot for underdogs. Painted bright white with bold racing stripes and the unmistakable number 53, this little Volkswagen Beetle won hearts on and off the track. And here’s the charming part: no fancy computer wizardry brought him to life. Every wink, bounce, and "expression" you saw was pulled off with clever mechanics and old-school camera magic.

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The Graduate: Alfa Romeo 1600 Duetto Spider

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This bright red convertible became nearly as iconic as the tune "Mrs. Robinson" itself. Sleek, nimble, and full of charm, it could glide along the road at around 118 mph, turning heads wherever it went. More than just a prop, it became part of the film’s personality. And here’s a little nugget of trivia: before filming began, Dustin Hoffman had never driven a stick shift. Once he got the role, he had to master the art of shifting gears in record time, adding a dash of real-life nerves to those on-screen drives.

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Bullitt: 1968 Ford Mustang GT 390

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Steve McQueen and this dark green Mustang delivered pure cinematic thrills on the steep streets of San Francisco. The chase ran close to 10 full minutes—a rumbling, tire-squealing ballet that filmmakers have tried to imitate ever since. Under the hood, a growling V8 provided the muscle, while McQueen himself slid behind the wheel for many of the hair-raising maneuvers. Every jump, skid, and sharp corner helped cement it as one of cinema’s all-time great rides.

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Ghostbusters: 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor

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The Ghostbusters’ unforgettable Ecto-1 was based on a 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor ambulance/hearse. For the movie, it was transformed into a quirky, gadget-covered ghost-chasing machine, complete with flashing lights, sirens, and a roof stacked with mysterious equipment. This Cadillac became as much a character as the crew itself. Its over-the-top look made it instantly recognizable and turned it into a pop culture legend.

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Back to the Future: DeLorean DMC-12

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With its brushed stainless steel body and those dramatic gull-wing doors that unfolded like a bird in flight, the DeLorean already looked futuristic before the time-travel magic began. On screen, it came equipped with the now-legendary "flux capacitor," a gizmo that, sadly, was pure movie magic. Even so, the rules of the story were clear; if you wanted to bend the laws of time, you had to floor it to exactly 88 mph. And yes, fans still quote that number like gospel.

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Smokey and the Bandit: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

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Burt Reynolds and that sleek black Trans Am—complete with the glittering golden firebird splashed across its hood—were a match made in movie heaven. With a top speed around 110 mph, it wasn’t just for show; this car had the muscle to back up its attitude. The stunt work was just as daring as it looked, with jaw-dropping jumps that thrilled audiences. Of course, the landings weren’t always smooth—more than a few Trans Ams met their end for the sake of those unforgettable scenes!

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The Spy Who Loved Me : Lotus Esprit Series I

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In the 1970s, more sleek, wedge-shaped sports cars replaced the curvy styles of earlier years. Cars like the Lancia Stratos and Lamborghini Countach changed the game with their sharp, futuristic look. Following that trend, Roger Moore slid behind the wheel of a white Lotus Esprit Series I in The Spy Who Loved Me . But what people remember the most about it is when Bond drives it straight into the sea, where it morphs into a fully equipped submarine! Fins and stabilizers pop out as it glides underwater, then it drives back onto the beach, leaving onlookers truly amazed.

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The Italian Job: Mini Cooper S 1275

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Compact, nimble, and unmistakably British, the Mini Coopers in The Italian Job didn’t just drive—they darted. On screen, they bounced down staircases, squeezed through narrow alleys, and even sped through tunnels like they were built for it. The funny part? British Motor Corporation wanted nothing to do with the film, so the production had to buy 36 cars outright. And here’s a bit of trivia to impress your friends: despite being the star, Michael Caine never once drives any of the Minis in the movie .

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Vanishing Point: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

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This powerful white muscle car tore through the roads from Denver to San Francisco, racing against the clock. Weighing roughly 3,800 pounds, it packed a mighty HEMI engine under the hood—enough raw power to leave most challengers in the dust. With speed, grit, and sheer determination, it pushed the limits, turning the journey into one thrilling, high-octane ride to remember.

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Batman: Lincoln Futura

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Before it became the legendary Batmobile we all know, this 19-foot futuristic prototype was showing off its sleek lines at auto shows. Then, in just 15 days, American designer and builder of Hollywood custom cars, George Barris, worked his magic. He added those unforgettable fins, jet engines, and clever gadgets that turned the Lincoln Futura into a TV icon. What began as a simple concept became one of the most recognizable cars in television history.

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Joan Crawford vs. Bette Davis

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The feud between Joan Crawford and Bette Davis began in 1935 when Bette fell for her co-star Franchot Tone, only for Joan to marry him soon after filming ended .

Their rivalry peaked during the tense 1962 shoot of What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? The tension never eased, and the two reportedly never reconciled before their deaths.

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Kim Cattrall vs. Sarah Jessica Parker

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On Sex and the City , Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker played close friends, but off-screen their relationship was far from warm . Tensions reportedly surfaced when Kim declined to join a third Sex and the City movie.

In 2018, things worsened after Sarah publicly offered condolences over the death of Kim’s brother. Kim responded sharply on Instagram, writing, "You are not my friend. You are not my family.

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David Letterman vs. Jay Leno

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The biggest late-night feud kicked off in 1992 when Johnny Carson retired from The Tonight Show . Many expected David Letterman to take over, but NBC chose Jay Leno instead.

Letterman left for CBS to launch The Late Show , going head-to-head with Leno. Their rivalry, known as the "Late-Night Wars," lasted for years as both battled for ratings before eventually retiring .

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Gwyneth Paltrow vs. Martha Stewart

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The feud between Gwyneth Paltrow and Martha Stewart began in 2014, when Martha criticized Gwyneth’s lifestyle brand , saying she should stick to acting.

Things escalated with cheeky recipe jabs—Martha’s "Conscious Coupling" and Gwyneth’s "Jailbird Cake," a nod to Martha’s past prison time.

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Vin Diesel vs. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

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The rivalry between Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Vin Diesel began during the filming of The Fate of the Furious in 2016, when The Rock called out unnamed co-stars for unprofessional behavior on social media .

Fans quickly guessed he was referring to Vin, especially after The Rock thanked the cast and crew in a post, but noticeably left out Vin Diesel.

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Elton John vs. Madonna

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Elton John and Madonna’s feud began in 2002, when Elton slammed her Bond theme, calling it "the worst of all time." He later accused her of lip-syncing during live shows.

Things heated up again in 2012, when both were nominated for a Golden Globe. Elton claimed Madonna had "no chance"—but she won. Backstage, Madonna said she adored him and hoped he’d win another award.

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Elizabeth Taylor vs. Debbie Reynolds

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The drama between Debbie Reynolds and Elizabeth Taylor began when Debbie's husband, Eddie Fisher, left her for Elizabeth, who was her close friend at the time.

Their affair began after Eddie comforted Elizabeth following the death of her husband, Mike Todd, in 1958. Years later, after Elizabeth and Eddie split, Debbie and Elizabeth reconciled and remained friends until Taylor’s death.

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Frank Sinatra vs. Marlon Brando

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Frank Sinatra and Marlon Brando clashed while filming Guys and Dolls (1955), thanks to their huge egos and very different acting styles .

Sinatra gave Brando rude nicknames, while Brando deliberately ruined takes during a cheesecake scene, forcing Sinatra to eat far more than he wanted.

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Dean Martin vs. Jerry Lewis

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Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis were a wildly popular comedy duo from 1946 to 1956, dominating film, radio, and television. But behind the scenes, tensions grew.

Martin felt Lewis was taking over the act , leading to their split in 1956. Though both went on to solo success, their friendship suffered for years. They finally reconciled in 1976, thanks in part to Frank Sinatra.

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Angelina Jolie vs. Jon Voight

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Family ties don’t always guarantee harmony in Hollywood. The feud between Jon Voight and Angelina Jolie largely stems from Voight’s infidelity toward Jolie’s mother , Marcheline Bertrand.

Though they’ve had brief periods of reconciliation, their relationship has repeatedly broken down over the years, making their feud long-lasting and complicated.

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Will Smith vs. Chris Rock

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Will Smith and Chris Rock’s feud exploded publicly at the 94th Academy Awards in 2022, when Will slapped Chris after a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith . The slap was not scripted and took everyone—especially Rock—by surprise.

The incident went viral and had major consequences for Smith. Despite the fallout, there are hints that the two might eventually repair their friendship.

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Johnny Carson vs. Joan Rivers

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The legendary Johnny Carson often featured Joan Rivers as a guest and occasional guest host on The Tonight Show. But when Rivers launched her own late-night show without telling Carson , he saw it as a major betrayal.

Carson never forgave her, and their feud lasted until his death. Sadly, Rivers’ show struggled and never quite matched his success.