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Food History

  • Fig pizza

    The Ancient Culinary Ancestor To Pineapple Pizza

    Pizza (in some form) has been served for nearly 2,000 years. One of the most popular versions was topped with figs, proving fruit really does belong on pizza.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley December 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Donuts on a cooling rack

    The Origin Of Donuts And How They Got So Popular

    Donuts are now an ever-popular breakfast treat, and their history - as well as growth into the pastries we love today - dates back thousands of years.

    By Buffy Naillon November 25th, 2023 Read More
  • Skillet of Shepherd's Pie from above

    The Complete History Of Shepherd's Pie

    From politics to agriculture, lots of factors went into creating shepherd's pie, and its history is as interesting as the classic dinner recipe is delicious.

    By Hannah LaFond November 12th, 2023 Read More
  • Peanut butter and jelly sandwich

    PB&J: The History Of The Peanut Butter And Jelly Sandwich

    Most accounts date the peanut butter and jelly sandwich to the early 1900s, and its popularity slowly grew from there into the beloved meal it is today.

    By Greg Stegeman September 26th, 2020 Read More
  • fried fish french fries

    A History Of Lenten Fish Frys

    Fish frys are common throughout the U.S., but there are many facts and theories about this tasty tradition's origins - including some that date back centuries.

    By Daphne Chen February 21st, 2020 Read More
  • red sweet sour sauce bowl

    The History Of Sweet And Sour Sauce

    Sweet and sour is a tangy and sweet condiment beloved by millions, and it's got interesting origins dating back to early Chinese immigrants in America.

    By Kristine Wen November 26th, 2018 Read More
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