Today in Food History

Today in Food History

by Chef Rick Powless
Posted on March 27, 2017March 27, 2017

Also, on this day in 1900 Joseph A. Campbell died (born May 15, 1817). A…

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Foodie Facts

Quinoa

by Chef Rick Powless
Posted on January 30, 2017January 30, 2017

Quinoa is an Andean plant which originated in the area surrounding Lake Titicaca in Peru and…

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Foodie Facts

Spanish Black Radish

by Chef Rick Powless
Posted on January 11, 2017January 11, 2017

Spanish Black Radish (raphanus sativus) has an interesting sooty looking exterior and a creamy white…

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Foodie Facts

Chorizo

by Chef Rick Powless
Posted on January 9, 2017

In simple terms, chorizo refers to a spicy pork sausage that’s sealed in a casing…

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Foodie Facts

Polvorón

by Chef Rick Powless
Posted on December 9, 2016December 9, 2016

A polvorón is a type of heavy, soft and very crumbly Spanish shortbread made of flour, sugar, milk, and nuts. They are produced mostly…

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