sliced vegetables on brown wooden chopping board

moments in cooking history...

Tortellini

Tortellini originated in the region of Emilia Romagna in 1570. It was originally stuffed with meat and sold fresh and homemade and is now mass produced and sold frozen, refrigerated or dried all over the world.

Banana Bread

Banana Bread was first seen in the United States in the 1870's. However it did not become popular until the depression of the 1930's. In order to avoid waste, housewives used over ripened bananas in their banana bread recipes.

Peri Peri Sauce

Peri Peri sauce originated with the African Chili Pepper in the coastal regions of Southeast Africa during the 15th century. Both Portuguese and Native African cultures of Mozambique and Angola embraced the sauce and incorporated it into their cuisines. During the 20th century, Peri Peri Sauce made its way around the world.

Black Raspberry

Black raspberries were first domesticated in North America in the 1830's. Production slowed in the 1920's, however they are used to make preserves as well as black raspberry liqueur like Chambord.

Seasoned Salt

The first seasoned salt recipe was in the United States from a Los Angeles restauranteur over 80 years ago in 1938. Lawrence Frank owned a Beverly Hills restaurant where he created the first seasoned salt, and it became an instant hit amongst his patrons and others.

Brussel Sprouts

Brussel Sprouts first appeared in Northern Europe during the 5th century. They were cultivated in the 13tth century near Brussels, Belgium, hence the name "Brussel Sprout."

Casserole

Casseroles dates back to the 1520's and the word "casserole" refers to the "French Saucepan" that is baked in the oven. American immigrants introduced the casserole to North America in the late 19th century.

Sloppy Joe

Many historians believe the "sloppy joe" originated in Havana, Cuba in 1917 by a local bar owner. Jose "Sloppy Joe" Abeal y Otero created a simple sandwich filled with ground beef stewed in tomatoes.