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Joan Russell
Food History and Culture



Celebrate National Hamburger Day
Brief History of the Hamburger Photo Source: Giphy National Hamburger Day on May 28 is close to Memorial Day. We all love hamburgers so...
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May 23, 20235 min read


Chef Jamie Oliver and The Obesity Epidemic
Photo Source: Digga Chef Jamie Oliver from the UK has been actively involved in working to change the diets of children and adults for...
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May 17, 20233 min read


How Anthony Bourdain Contributed to Food Culture
Animation Source: Giphy/CNN Anthony Bourdain lived in New Jersey and his mother was a copyeditor and his father a music executive. He...
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May 15, 20232 min read


Celebrate National Public Garden Week
National Public Garden Week is celebrated May 12 -21st. It brings awareness of public gardens, botanical gardens, historic gardens,...
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May 12, 20232 min read


South Carolina Mustard Barbecue Sauce
History of South Carolina Mustard Barbecue Sauce Yellow Mustard Photo Source: Wikipedia South Carolina Mustard barbecue sauce is linked...
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May 10, 20233 min read


A Brief History Of Lemonade
The first mention of beverages with lemon occurred in the 12th century. It was recorded by a physician that made drinks using fruits and...
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May 7, 20233 min read


Chile Verde-Green Chili: A Popular Mexican Dish
Chili Verde: Photo Source: Flicker Steve Wertz A Brief History Chili Verde is a green chili or Mexican stew made with pork, green...
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May 5, 20234 min read


May is National Barbecue Month
Source: Giphy May is National Barbecue Month and a good time to cook on the gas, charcoal or electric grill and eat outdoors. The...
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Apr 28, 20235 min read


Celebrate National Picnic Day
National Picnic Day celebrated on April 23 can be celebrated at home inside or outside , by going to a local park, or the beach. You can...
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Apr 21, 20235 min read


Local CT Food Trucks Provide Diverse Menu For Customers
In the warmer weather your business, club, organization ,or family may plan a special event that requires food preparation. Why not try a...
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Apr 17, 20234 min read


National BLT Sandwich Month-Are BLT's Healthy?
Photo Source: Giphy April celebrates National BLT Sandwich Month and the first question you may ask are is bacon healthy. According to...
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Apr 14, 20232 min read


Fresh Tomato Day
A Brief History Did you know Fresh Tomato Day is on April 6 ? But, why not celebrate it any day of the year. The cultivated tomato...
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Apr 8, 20234 min read


International Carrot Day
Did you ever hear of International Carrot Day? What a great idea to get children and adults to eat more vegetables. It is celebrated on...
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Apr 3, 20234 min read


Women That Contributed To Food Culture
Women in food service and culinary jobs have shaped the food service, cooking, and restaurant industry making it a better place for women...
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Mar 30, 20237 min read


History of Texas Style Chili
History There are different types of regional chili made in the United State. Texas style chili originated in the 1800's with a group of...
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Mar 24, 20233 min read


What Happened to Ambrosia Salad?
Photo: Flicker: Steven Depolo Ambrosia salad originated in 1867 in cookbooks as a tasty dessert served on holidays and special occasions....
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Mar 15, 20232 min read


The Mediterranean Diet, And Its Health Benefits
The Mediterranean Diet has been designed to focus on how crops have been raised, harvested, fishing practices, food processing, and...
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Mar 10, 20238 min read


Alexander W. Livingston Developed The Heirloom Tomato
Alexander Livingstons Home Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons During the early 1880s many consumers believed the tomato to be unhealthy and...
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Feb 20, 20234 min read


Vinegar Valentines: The Dark Side of Valentines Day
Photo Source: Commons Wikimedia Photo Source: Nicubunu Photo Blog The article is not about food but a holiday associated with food that is romantic and sentimental. Valentines Day conjures images of chocolates, wine, dining out, flowers, lace, and romance. In the Victorian era vinegar valentines were designed to discourage unwanted suitors, enemies, business competitors and used to ridicule the traits of people you did not like. You might send a vinegar valentine to a
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Feb 16, 20233 min read


History of Sloppy Joe Sandwiches: A Popular American Sandwich
The Sloppy Joe sandwich originated with a man named Jose Abeal Otero that owned a bar in Havana. The time was 1917-1919. He changed the...
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Feb 12, 20233 min read
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