Popcorn has an exceptionally interesting history dated back in the 16th century and the Aztec Indians. [Read more…] about Who invented popcorn?
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When was coffee discovered?
According to an East African legend, coffee was discovered when a 9th-century goathered named Kaldi saw his goats become strangely energetic after eating the berries of a certain bush. [Read more…] about When was coffee discovered?
Two advertising secrets!
Have you ever wondered why the ice cubes of fizzy drinks never melt on TV or why does chickens look so appetizing? [Read more…] about Two advertising secrets!
Where was the fortune cookie invented?
There are several claims on the originality of the fortune cookie. One is that of Los Angeles and the other one is that of San Francisco. [Read more…] about Where was the fortune cookie invented?
No two corn flakes look the same
A patent for Corn Flakes, the popular breakfast cereal, was filed on May 31, 1895, and issued on April 14, 1896. [Read more…] about No two corn flakes look the same
How much does the most expensive cake in the world cost?
The world’s most expensive wedding cake was made in a bakery in England valued at £34 million (that’s about $52.7 million). [Read more…] about How much does the most expensive cake in the world cost?
Why is the Caesar salad called Caesar salad?
It is said that the restaurateur Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant, was the first to create the famous Caesar salad (romaine lettuce and croutons dressed with parmesan cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, egg,Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and black pepper) back in 1924. [Read more…] about Why is the Caesar salad called Caesar salad?
Why each time we eat a pineapple it is eating us back?
Have you ever wondered why when eating a pineapple it leaves your tongue feeling like you just took to it with sandpaper?
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Cashews are not only a nut but also fruit
Did you know that cashew nuts grow from the bottom of fruits called “cashew apples” and that the nut beneath the apple is the part most of us actually eat? [Read more…] about Cashews are not only a nut but also fruit
How much of digestible protein does a cooked egg have?
Egg proteins are considered to be highly digestible and contribute substantially to the daily nitrogen allowances in Western countries. [Read more…] about How much of digestible protein does a cooked egg have?