Watermelon Health Benefits: From Rind to Seed and Florida’s Melon King
Are you missing out on the best watermelon health benefits when you throw away the rind and spit out the seeds? Find out and learn about Florida’s Melon King.
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Category: history
America’s Forbidden Fruit: History of Apples in America
The history of apples in America may have roots in the Garden of Eden, but it traveled from Asia, to France, to Virginia because of its benefits for healing body and soul…find out more
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Key West and Key Lime Pie: Florida’s Sweet Legacy
Florida’s Key Lime Pie is something you love or don’t. However, as one of the darling citrus fruits from the southern states, you are sure to find your favorite variety among its history. Learn more.
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Eating Curds and Whey: History of Cheese in America
Nursery Rhymes, Stomach Lining, and the History of Cheese in America. Did you know that folklore was passed down in songs as well as on the plate. Follow the trail of cheese to America.
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Strawberries: America’s Love Affair with the Berry that’s Not a Berry
Strawberry Fields Forever… Strawberries are a colorful, fresh, organic healthy choice for...
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Is Chocolate Healthy: Benefits Before a Workout
Dancing All Night Until the Chocolate Runs Out…and Other Party Favorites If you are the parent of...
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What Do Ancient Tales Reveal about Where Chocolate Comes From?
Were the goldens days of Anahuac filled with chocolate gardens? Mexican mythology enlightens us to...
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Chicken: Deep Fried Southern Cuisine From…Scotland?
From the hills of Scotland to the shores of the New World, the journey of fried chicken didn’t start with the colonel…or a gas station. Learn more about one of America’s favorite fried foods.
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Chocolate on the streets of Oaxaca: A Travel Experience
Chocoholics can blame the Olmecs for their obsession…but we aren’t complaining. Join me on a chocolate tour in Oaxaca and get a taste of chocolate and history
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Pilgrims and Oysters: Foodie Roots in the Colonies
Early American Cooking: Ocean cockroaches were out; swan stew was in. Explore our foodie roots in the coloinies and a brief history of American recipes – dig in!
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Cookbooks Throughout History: Foodie Treasure Troves
Review this collection of vintage cookbooks to learn how to cook in the most basic kitchens.
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