6th century BCE feast. Roman centurions have just returned from a successful campaign and sit in the great room with their general after a well-deserved bath, partaking of an also well-deserved meal. Yes, there is a connection between those men in armor and sandals and Doggy Bags, for it was common practice in Roman culture… Continue reading The First Doggy Bag
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Did You Know This About Salt?
Salt is a no-brainer. Spices complement flavor, salt deepens it. Not only that, but we could live without spices, as pleasurable as they are, but salt is essential. In moderation, as all good things. At one time it was used as currency, or it was so precious that only the wealthy could afford it. Here… Continue reading Did You Know This About Salt?
The Accidental Tea Bag
Tea dates back to at least 2730 BCE. It is believed it was first cultivated and brewed in China, where tea containers, presumably for steeping herbs in hot water, were found in ancient burial sites. Buddhist monks later established their own tea traditions in Japan. India is also renowned for its tea culture. The concept… Continue reading The Accidental Tea Bag
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