Food History

History of Italian Food
Italian food is mainly influenced by Greek and French flavors. Each and every region of Italy has its own popular dish. This article briefs on history of Italian food. Read on…

History of Enchiladas
An enchilada is one of the Mexican dishes enjoyed by not only the Mexicans but also by the non-Mexicans. While some would prefer to have enchiladas as starters, others would love to have it as a whole meal. History of enchiladas gives us a brief intro of one of the most popular dishes of Mexico.

Mexican Food History
If you are a great Mexican food lover then Mexican food history might be something that would interest you. Read on ...

History of Coffee
Be it an espresso or a cappuccino, grab your drink and travel through the past to know some glorious stories about the history of coffee.

History of Chewing Gum & Bubble Gum
Chewing gum or Bubble gum has a thousand of years old history. Today millions of people enjoy chewing gum, every year more than $4 billion of chewing gum are sold around the world.

PopCorn History
History of PopCorn. Popping the Corn - no trip to the movies is complete without it, no summer outing is good without the PopCorn, and at home, what’s better than settling into a comfy couch with a bowl of PopCorn? But how much do we know about the origin of this magical experience????

Beer Buddies - A short history of Beer
The beginnings of civilization brought farming of land, and predictably, harvest of all kinds. Once grains were being harvested, it could have been only a matter of time before its fermentation would be discovered, the putrid pulp that resulted in a damp grain of maize lying around. The heady intoxication that the pulpy liquid brought, could not have taken too long before becoming the centerpiece of the civilization. This is actually what happened too!!

Wine and Thou
Wine has been an integral part of good cuisine since time immemorial. Those of us who assume that it is a European gift to humanity, are sadly mistaken. Loaded with religious responsibility and enriched with the respect of ancient cultures, our glass toady tells deep secrets, of civilizations long dead and secrets long untold….

The Importance of Bread in Daily Life
Bread is one of the basic foods in our Mediterranean diet and cuisine. There are people who prefer the crust and who prefers the crumb, but everybody loves this typical product of our tradition.

The Bread Process from Prehistory Back to Our Days
The bread is one of the most ancient and well-known foods in the world. There are also really a lot of different types of bread, according to the shape, the dough, but also the weather and the place it is produced.

The Origin of Whiskey
We have a lot to thank the Irish for, but whiskey rates a top place on the list. A toast to the Irish-what drink may better serve such a purpose than one of the many whiskey cocktails mixed to precision as in New Orleans?

It Takes a Real Man to Say He Enjoys Tofu
Barbara Ellen: To stand up and be counted as a male vegetarian must require cojones of immense size

History of Chicago Style Pizza
Chicago pizza is a style of pizza that is loved by many. This article explores the history of this famous style of pizza and invites you to give it a try!

A Wee Tale About the History of Irish Coffee
For several decades, Irish coffee has soothed the soul of many a weary traveler and connoisseur alike. Take a trip back in time as we look into this legendary beverage’s heartwarming history.

The Rich History of Italian Cooking
Italian food is not only one of the most popular cuisines around the world, it is one of the oldest too. The next time you dig into a plate of pasta, imagine that Caesar himself may have enjoyed the same dish so many years ago.

The Biggest Secret in Sausages
In 1956, Fred Voll, a Master Sausage Maker, and his wife Kathe moved to Madison from Schweinfurt, Bavaria. Fred worked for Red Owl for awhile and then decided that he wanted to be free to make his sausages in his own way. He bought some land near Madison, Wisconsin and opened the first Bavaria chalet in 1961.

History of Pasta
When most people talk about pasta, they probably think of Italy as its birth place. Historians would disagree however, and give credit to our neighbors in the east for inventing the earliest form of this much loved food.

A Look Into Mexican Food History
If you examine the history of Mexican food you will find that their recipes have been handed down from family to family for generations. Individual families have worked out the best combinations of fresh spices and other fresh ingredients to make food taste good.

Loose Leaf Tea in the United States - A Short History
Every day more tea drinkers are realizing the benefits of loose leaf tea: high quality, fresh taste, better health and well being and greater variety offered. As a result the popularity of loose leaf has grown tremendously among discriminating tea drinkers.

History of Tea - Taxes and Smuggling in 18th Century England
Tea growing and distribution became big business throughout the world as enterprising individuals and companies invested in tea plantations and distribution assets to meet the growing demand for tea. As the business grew, national governments saw tea as a valuable source of revenue. Government regulation and taxation often had a detrimental effect on free commerce and customer satisfaction however.

History of Tea in Hong Kong: Tea, Opium and the Balance of Trade
Tea is more than a beverage in Hong Kong – it is a way of life ingrained in the very essence of the culture. But it must be noted that Hong Kong is not a producer of tea, nor is it merely a consumer of fine Chinese tea.

Kona Coffee - Gold Of Hawaii
Kona Coffee is a premium Hawaiian coffee affecting many people from all walks of life. This article explores the history and cultivation of Kona coffee. It also touches the controversy surrounding the highly prized Kona coffee.

A Brief History of the Tomato
From the small berried plant in the Peruvian Andes to a place on dinner tables around the world - a brief look at the history of the fruit that is a vegetable, the tomato.

A Profile of Alice Waters
Alice Waters has been one of the most influential icons in the food industry. She has single handedly created an image behind the organic slow food movement, and maintains that reputation daily in her Chez Panisse restaurant.

The History of the Hamburger
In the cartoon "Popeye the Sailor Man" Popeye’s best friend Wimpy was always whipping in hamburgers. The more burgers he could get, the better he felt. I wanted a burger just watching and if I hadn’t been a kid I would have grabbed my car keys and wallet and headed for the nearest hamburger stand.

The History of Hot Dogs
Ah! Summer and baseball – "Get your red hots!" Two dogs and heavy on the sauerkraut and mustard. Hot dogs come in many different sizes and Americans consume the most hot dogs between Memorial Day and Labor Day. How did it all start?

The History of Pizza
The one thing people always agree about is food and the various delicious smells and tastes of a meal being prepared. There are many different kinds of food and everyone has a favorite. However what most people don’t realize is that food and its condiments also have a very interesting history. So let's begin with one favorite – pizza.

10 Great Moments in Chocolate History
The history of the taste sensation we now refer to as chocolate is as lush and dark as the South American jungles where the story began two thousand years ago. These 10 highlights of the chocolate timeline will take you from ancient civilizations to the stock exchange, and you won’t gain a pound.

History Of Espresso Coffee Cups
Up until 1992 all espresso coffee cups could only purchased in either white or with a company logo upon them. It was then the decision of Illy Caffe that they would combine art with espresso and they commissioned Matteo Thun to help design their first espresso cup.

The Long History of Oh-So-Tasty Licorice
We all have enjoyed licorice in one form or another at one time in our lives. There are in fact numerous ways that licorice has been used throughout history, including various drinks and medicine, and of course candy!

Several Kugel Recipes and the History of Kugel
Discover the history of the word Kugel and receive several wonderful kugel recipes.

The History of Tea: Health and Healing Properties
Historically, tea has provided health benefits to tea drinkers and a sense of well being and serenity.

History of American Barbecue – A Long Tradition
The history of American barbecue is strongly entrenched into its sociological history. The word barbecue simultaneously brings to our mind the US and vice versa. But BBQ is more a passionate factor in the southern states of USA than any other place.

History of Salsa Sauce – The Mexican Connection
The history of Salsa sauce originated from the Inca people. Salsa (combination of chilies, tomatoes and other spices) can be traced to the Aztecs, Mayans and Incas.

The Origin of Shortbread
Ever wonder just how far back your favorite classic dessert recipes go? Try Medieval Times.

Hot Sauce History - A Lip-smacking, Mouth-watering Story
The hot sauce history is the history of enterprising men fired by the fiery chilly into crafting the hot sauce that is a rage among the gourmet lovers. The hot sauce history also chronicles their ventures to create ingenious hot sauce variations that grace almost every cuisine in the world.

How your favourite drink was created
Below is a history of some of the more popular drinks that are enjoyed today such as vodka, gin, Pernod and cachaca.

The origin of cocktails......Fact or Fiction
There is a great deal of controversy over the origins of cocktails. Here are some of the theories.

The History of Chocolate is a Record with Centuries of Appreciation
If you are interested in the history of chocolate here is a short synopsis of its delicious beginnings.

Popcorn History - The Cave Man and Cave Lady Treat
Ah, movies and popcorn... But wait... 5,600 year old popcorn and 80,000 year old fossilized popcorn pollen? That's right, popcorn is one of the world's oldest snacks.

The Olive, History and Production
Did you know there are 35 species of olives? Have you wondered why some olives are green and others black? The link at the bottom of this page offers an abundance of information about olives.

Europe's harvest crisis
Fear of severe effect on economies after heatwave devastates grain crops. The prolonged heatwave has devastated crops across Europe, leaving some countries facing their worst harvests since the end of the second world war.

Why my chef friend died
Bernard Loiseau, in my opinion, was one of the great leaders of French cooking, a pioneer of gastronomy. You don't win three Michelin stars, or 19 out of 20 from the Gault Millau guide, without being extraordinarily talented. I genuinely think he was one of the most important chefs that France has produced.

TV Chef Mr. Food(R) Offers Desserts as Easy as Pie
Family and friends are rarely too busy to eat dessert. With a little help from both...