Foods You Grew Up Thinking Were Fancy (But Actually Aren’t)
As kids, many of us were fooled into thinking Ferrero Rocher was as exclusive as chocolate got. In reality, it wasn’t much more expensive than other chocolate bars. Perhaps it was the gold-tinted foil or the fact that it was a common Christmas and birthday gift.
Pizza was a treat for many kids growing up. It was the ultimate food item that children always wanted, whether it was a special occasion or a regular Tuesday. The fact that pizza was reserved for parties or as a good-behavior reward made it all the more enticing.
Many children couldn’t help but envy their peers' Lunchable lunches. While the food was unhealthy, ultra-processed, and kind of bland, the marketing convinced kids otherwise. From the fun cracker stacker concepts to the desirable pizza Lunchables, there was a lot to choose from.
As kids, there was nothing cooler than a can of Coke or Sprite. Many children thought you’d have to be pretty lucky to get soda at lunch, with most settling for milk cartons or Kool-Aid pouches. In reality, parents likely avoided soda due to the health connotations.
Kinder eggs were a two-in-one treat. Not only did you get that delectable creamy chocolate, but there was a fun toy inside. Most kids would stop at the checkout aisle and plead with their parents to no avail. As adults, this is something we often skip.
Branded crackers like Ritz or health alternatives like Triscuit were all the rage growing up. Many kids were eager to trade their boring Goldfish crackers in for some luxurious Ritz at the drop of a hat.
Most kids never got to have fondue growing up, but they probably heard the word thrown around or saw it on television. The concept was simply intriguing, and many children immediately assumed it was something reserved for fancy people. As adults, we realize it’s more trouble than it’s worth.