Understanding the coleslaw origin requires a quick trip back to the late 1600s. Originally known as koolsla by Dutch settlers in New York, the dish literally translates to “cabbage salad.” While it’s now a staple of modern comfort food, the journey from Dutch “koolsla” to American “coleslaw” is full of fascinating etymological twists. Coleslaw Origin: … Read more
Most people who like to cook and eat mussels believe that they are done cooking when the shells open. Furthermore, any mussels that don’t open cannot be eaten because the mussels were dead. You should always throw away unopened mussels! Is this true? Are closed mussels bad? Can you eat dead mussels? The truth is, … Read more
One of the most enduring legends in food history claims that Marco Polo introduced pasta to Italy upon his return from China in 1295. The story has been repeated so often in classrooms, guidebooks, and casual conversation that it is widely accepted as established fact. Specifically, the claim is that without the Venetian explorer’s overland … Read more