Macaroon versus Macaron – They’re Different, But Also Kind of Related

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Know What’s What. Two different desserts often mispronounced. And yet, they are actually related! Learn the similarities and differences between…

Sandwich History: The Sandwich Before the “Sandwich”

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The Sandwich before the “Sandwich”. The sandwich history comes with a fun story about how the sandwich was named. And…

Apple Pie History: Not Quite “As American as Apple Pie”

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The Real History of Apple Pie. Two food facts about apple pie: 1) apples did not originate in the Americas…

Chocolate Chip Cookie History

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Origins of America’s Favorite Cookie. The history of the cookie begins in 7th century Persia where sugar cane was first…

Focaccia History: Origins of Italy’s Favorite Bread

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All About the Italian Bread & Its Regional Variations Focaccia - Italy’s famous flat unleavened bread. Some say it's the…

Cacio e Pepe History: All About Italy’s Oldest Pasta Dish

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Cheese, Pepper, Pasta, Hot Water. That’s It. While cacio e pepe is widely popular today, rivaling the love of carbonara,…

Tiramisu History & Its Debated Origins

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What is the True History of Tiramisu? Tiramisu is one of the world’s most beloved Italian desserts. And like many…

Ravioli History

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All About Italy’s Famous Dumpling. Ravioli is one of Italy’s most enjoyed dishes. It’s a main dish, it’s a side…

New York Pizza History: Origins of the Slice

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The History of Pizza By-The-Slice There’s nothing like that first slice of pizza when you get to New York City.…

Katsu Sando History & Origins

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Western Influence, Japanese Popularity. Today, the katsu sando can be found everywhere in Japan, from convenience stores to train stations…