They were first sold by a Hoboken, New Jersey grocer 105 years ago today. They are the world's most popular cookies, present on the shelves of food markets in well over 100 countries. Most people take them apart to eat them. If you guessed Oreo, you're right on the button... hmm, the cookie. The… Continue reading This Week in Food History – 03/06/2017
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This Week in Food History – 02/27/2017
Today is National Strawberry Day. Nothing fancy. Ah, but this little fruit has accompanied humans throughout history. Our more primate-like ancestors nibbled on it, naturally. Humans of later eras considered it an ornament rather than a delicacy, as evidenced by the writings of 1st century A.D. poet Virgil. Interestingly, the original strawberry was considerably smaller… Continue reading This Week in Food History – 02/27/2017
Presidents’ Week in Food History – 2017
President's Day is 217 years old. It was first observed in 1800, in honor of our first President, George Washington, who was born on February 22 and passed away in 1799. The iconic first President is most often associated with cherries and cherry pie. As we honor the 217th President's Day and Week, let's indulge… Continue reading Presidents’ Week in Food History – 2017
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