Archive for the ‘Food’ Category

Who Invented Chocolate

Posted on January 22nd, 2011 by by Charles

Chocolate is the invention that we all love most. No one can avail the credit of being the inventor of chocolate. Inventor of today’s chocolate is not just a single person. History of chocolates can be traced from 1500 BC. Cocoa beans are the main ingredient used to create the chocolates. It is believed that [...]

A Brief History of Strawberries

Posted on January 12th, 2010 by by Big History

One of the most favored fruit in the world is strawberry. It is a delicious small fruit widely appreciated mainly for its characteristic aroma, its bright red color and it is consumed in large quantities whether fresh or in prepared foods. Strawberries are rich in vitamin B, vitamin C, fiber, folic acid and potassium. The word [...]

The History of Ratatouille

Posted on January 11th, 2010 by by Big History

Ratatouille is traditional French stewed vegetable dish. The word “ratatouille” is originated from French and is pronounced as rat-a-tooey. Ratatouille is usually served as a side dish but can also be served as a meal on its own. There is much debate on how to make a traditional ratatouille There are different views about the [...]

A Short History of Thanksgiving

Posted on January 6th, 2010 by by Big History

Thanksgiving is very closely related with American images of turkey dinners with family and friends that we haven’t thought of whether the holiday could be something more than remembering the Pilgrims. Actually, Thanksgiving has been celebrated not just in the Western world but in ancient times and in many different cultures. Ancient Times In ancient times, Thanksgiving [...]

A Brief History of Apple Fruit

Posted on January 1st, 2010 by by Big History

An apple is a type of sweet fruit having round shape with a central core containing seeds, while the bulk of the fruit has edible flesh and covered in a thin skin which is also edible. There is a great number of cultivated varieties of apple as well as many wild varieties not usually picked [...]

A Short History of Focaccia Bread

Posted on December 31st, 2009 by by Big History

Focaccia is a popular style of bread made in Italy and spreading around the world in Italian communities. The bread is fairly flat, plain from inside, topped with herbs and olive oil and sometimes with finely sliced olives. A range of focaccia varieties exist and in the 21st century new varieties have been created due [...]

Short History of Enchilada

Posted on December 29th, 2009 by by Big History

Mexican food lovers would have probably come across the enchilada. Enchiladas today are not only available at purely Mexican food outlets but can be found at restaurants that offer Tex-Mex specialties, diners and even many supermarkets sell either frozen enchiladas to make it quickly – using a microwave or they sell a package of ingredients that can help [...]