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1 week ago

Russian Dressing Isn't Actually From Russia. So Where Did It Originate? - Tasting Table

Hawaiian pizza? Ontario, Canada was its birthplace. These are just two of many foods named after places that they didn't actually originate from. Another is Russian dressing. Occasionally used on salads, Russian dressing is best known for what it brings to classic grilled Reuben sandwiches. This lightly spicy, creamy vinaigrette was most likely to have been originally dreamed up by a regular Joe or ... er, James, a New England grocer by the name of James E. Colburn of Nashua, New Hampshire.
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1 month ago

10 Iconic Foods And Drinks That Were Invented In California - Tasting Table

California invented many popular foods that reflect its cultural diversity, progressive culture, and emphasis on novelty and convenience.
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1 month ago

A Historian Made a Stunning Claim About a "Classic" Italian Food. I Went on a Wild Journey to See if He's Right.

Many celebrated Italian dishes and cooking practices, including carbonara and olive oil's widespread use, were invented or popularized in the 20th century.
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