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CultureHow a humble oyster pail became an American takeout icon

The small white container, folded from a single piece of cardboard into a trapezoid, has become an icon of takeout food.

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TThe Associated Press★☆☆☆☆2026-10-17 06:00Original

How a humble oyster pail became an American takeout icon
How a humble oyster pail became an American takeout iconCulture