If penicillin comes from mold, and our ancestors were forced to eat moldy bread, shouldn’t they have been accidentally ‘medicating’ themselves into perfect health? It’s a common piece of internet logic that suggests we’ve lost a secret, natural immunity. But there is a massive biological chasm between a life-saving antibiotic and a fuzzy crust of … Read more
Did people in the Middle Ages really eat moldy bread? It’s a common belief that our ancestors had iron stomachs capable of handling food that would send a modern person straight to the ER. While it is true that medieval Europeans frequently consumed stale, hard bread that was beginning to turn, the reality of their … Read more
In the world of Southern cooking, ‘fish fry’ is more than just a recipe—it’s a social institution. But for Zatarain’s, the legendary New Orleans spice company, the term became the center of a decades-long legal battle. At stake was a fundamental question of food law: can a company own the exclusive rights to a name … Read more
We use the term bundt pan and bundt cake generically for a type of cake pan and a type of cake baked in this pan. However, the term BUNDT for a fluted and scalloped ring-shaped tube pan is trademarked by Northland Aluminum, makers of NordicWare. The trademark case of the term “Bundt” for a type of cake mix provides … Read more
In the 1970s, Miller Brewing Company attempted to do the impossible: own a common word. By spelling ‘Light’ as ‘Lite,’ the company argued they had created a unique brand name that no other brewer could touch. What followed was one of the most significant trademark battles in beverage history. Miller didn’t just lose the case; … Read more
If you’ve ever reached for a recipe and paused at the choice between fleur de sel vs. kosher salt, you’ve hit one of the most common crossroads in the kitchen. While they are both technically salt, they serve very different purposes in your cooking. ⚡ Quick Verdict: Which one do you need? In practical terms, … Read more