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“Foodom” meme: meaning, origin and common card

Foodom refers to a Tumblr fandom where casual dining chains are personified as characters and shipped as romantic couples.

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The “Foodom” meme, 2013

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Foodom” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22169 of the collection, and the 157th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Foodom” meme mean?

This term captures the humorous intersection of brand marketing and internet shipping culture. It reflects a playful emotion where users invest affection into corporate entities, transforming logos into relatable characters. The vibe is one of creative absurdity and community bonding through shared delusion about fast-food relationships.

Where does the “Foodom” meme come from?

The phenomenon originated on Tumblr in April 2013 with the launch of Denny’s official account to promote its Baconalia campaign. The account engaged with users via GIFs and memes. In June 2013, an unofficial LongHorn Steakhouse blog created by an employee emerged. Users began shipping these two brands as a couple named "Denhouse." This sparked a wave of fanfiction and art. The Daily Dot reported on it on June 14, 2013, and a dedicated Denhouse blog launched the next day, cementing the trend.

  1. 2013Denny’s launches its official Tumblr account on April 9 for the Baconalia campaign.
  2. 2013An unofficial LongHorn Steakhouse blog is created in June by an employee.
  3. 2013The "Denhouse" couple emerges with widespread fanart and fiction on Tumblr in June.

How to use the “Foodom” meme

  • Use this term when describing bizarre internet subcultures that turn mundane brands into dramatic characters.
  • Apply it to explain how companies can use quirky social media personas to engage younger audiences.
  • Reference Foodom when discussing the history of "shipping" culture extending beyond fictional media to real-world corporations.

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The “Foodom” card in MyMemeCards

Foodom card
NumberNo. 22169
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 74
Fame61/100 · #157 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 74: 300 cards
  • Common25083%
  • Rare299.7%
  • Epic217.0%

How to get the “Foodom” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Foodom comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What does Foodom mean?

Foodom is a Tumblr fandom where restaurant chains are personified and paired as romantic couples.

Who is Denhouse?

Denhouse is the fictional couple formed by the Tumblr blogs of Denny’s and LongHorn Steakhouse, popularized in 2013.

Where did Foodom come from?

It started in April 2013 with Denny’s Tumblr launch and grew in June 2013 with the LongHorn blog and the Denhouse pairing.

Is Foodom real?

Yes, it was a real internet cultural movement on Tumblr in 2013 involving fan-created content about restaurant brands.

How do I get the Foodom meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Foodom” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Foodom card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Foodom | Know Your Meme · The Untold Truth Of LongHorn Steakhouse - Mashed · Foodom | F6S · checked on October 17, 2026.

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