Food History

Millions of people love chocolate, but where did it come from? Is pizza really an Italian food? Who first discovered that wine could be made from grapes? Which came first, the egg or the chicken? Learn the history behind your favorite foods. Find out how different foods were discovered and if they had any special significance or healing properties. What’s the history behind your favorite foods?
 
Mexican Food History
If you are a great Mexican food lover then Mexican food history might be something that would interest you. Read on ...
Italian food and Quality
The importance of protecting the quality of typical products. Food is also culture and it is important to keep traditions...
History of Pasta
When most people talk about pasta, they probably think of Italy as its birth place. Historians would disagree however, and...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Easy Punch Recipes
The punch recipe has some interesting history behind it. So, read about that here, as well as some really yummy and easy...
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...
Discover The Amazing Advantages and Benefits of Green Tea Extract
Green tea extract is a unique dietary supplement with many benefits that has been used by many different cultures...
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 Coffee
Be it an espresso or a cappuccino, grab your drink and travel through the past to know some glorious stories about the...
A New Breed of Wine Enthusiast
History of being a wine enthusiast. What they were and what they are. See how they have evolved
Organic Herbs
Read on to know a little bit of history and more about organic herbs…
The History of the Hamburger
In the cartoon "Popeye the Sailor Man" Popeye’s best friend Wimpy was always whipping in hamburgers. The more...
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...
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...
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...
Chocolate Candy Recipes: Candy and Chocolate Making
Chocolate candy has had a long and illustrious history… Relish it here… Along with a few chocolicious recipes to go with it…
How to make French toast
A simple guide on how to make French toast. Includes history of this recipe and its name.
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 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...
Several Kugel Recipes and the History of Kugel
Discover the history of the word Kugel and receive several wonderful kugel recipes.
The Alsace Wine Region Of France
Although Alsace is the smallest of the French wine producing regions it has a long and distinguished history of wine make...
Reasons We Love Chocolate
Chocolate was and still is associated with the concept of a delicatessen, sending our thoughts way back in time to a...
Celebrate Easter in Style with Roasted Lamb
From historical times, roasted lamb has been a traditional delicacy for ushering in the spring season. Roasted lamb is also...
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...
A Little Testa Mint
Who doesn't love a mint? Learn a little bit about this tasty treat's history
Add spice to your life with Mexican Food
The history of Mexican food can be traced back to pre-Hispanic traditions. Mexican food varies in taste and style from...
Valentine’s Day Past And Present…
A short history of Valentine's day...
The Wines of Rioja
Rioja is a region in Northern Spain with a long, glorious viticultural history. Rioja wine, especially the red, has been...
Spanish Tapas, What Are They? And How To Prepare Them
A look at the history of the wonderful Spanish tradition of tapas along with some mouth watering recipes for these...
How to eat Sushi
The Japanese have a long history of pickling rice and fish together.
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...
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...
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.
Guinness - It Tastes So Good
Guinness is one of the finest things Ireland has to offer, here’s the history…
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,...
Characteristics of beer brewing regions in the United States
The micro-brew revolution in the US has created some distinct differences in beer style regionally. Read a quick overview...
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...
Fine Dining In Historic Charleston, South Carolina
Looking for a delicious dinner in a lovely, historical setting? Look no farther than Charleston, SC, where award-winning...
Food poisoning
Food poisoning is one of the commonest and most widespread ailments of human history. Irrespective of the country, food...
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...
PopCorn History
History of PopCorn. Popping the Corn - no trip to the movies is complete without it, no summer outing is good without the...
South East Asian Cuisine- Cousins all
China, Thailand and India share more than just a geographical clustering, they are the next door neighbors, together taking...
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...
To Fry or To Chip
History and Geography of the potato Chip and French Fry…today the world’s most loved snacks but once upon a time dogged by...
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