Tag: Culinary History
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Caesar Salad Was Not Named After the Roman Emperor
Despite its imperial-sounding name, the Caesar salad origin has nothing to do with the famed Roman ruler Julius Caesar. In fact, this iconic dish was invented by Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant restaurateur, in the early 20th century. Cardini operated a popular restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico during the 1920s, which attracted many American celebrities and…
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3,000-Year-Old Edible Honey Has Been Found by Archaeologists
Archaeologists have made a big find. They discovered pots of 3,000-year-old edible honey in ancient Egyptian tombs. This shows how well honey can be preserved over time. The honey was found with other old items, giving us a peek into ancient Egypt’s food ways and culture. The honey was in its original clay pots, ready…