Monthly Archives: October 2019

The life of John Marshall

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

he life of John Marshall, 1755, Germantown, Virginia, VA Died: July 6, 1835, Philadelphia, PA Founding Father and America’s premier chief justice In 1801-1835, a genial and brilliant Revolutionary War veteran and politician became the fourth chief justice of the … Continue reading →

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The Origin of Cultivated Fruits and Vegetables

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

The Origin of Cultivated fruits and Vegetables Most plants are poisonous. Humans have cultivated those few that were edible and nutritious or good tasting, and have selectively bred them over thousands of years for a variety of traits including size, flavor, and … Continue reading →

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Early Humans Mated With Inbred Neanderthals

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

Early Humans Mated With Inbred Neanderthals Early interactions between Homo sapiens and Neanderthals constitute one of humanity’s first dealings with an intelligent species other than ourselves — something to keep in mind as we ponder futuristic first contacts with alien … Continue reading →

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF VEGETABLES

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

A BRIEF HISTORY OF VEGETABLES By Tim Lambert Artichokes Artichokes are native to the Mediterranean. They were eaten by the Greeks and Romans and later by the Arabs. However, after the fall of Rome artichokes were rare in Europe until … Continue reading →

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF FRUITS

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

A BRIEF HISTORY OF FRUITS By Tim Lambert Almonds Almonds are native to western Asia. They are mentioned in the Bible and the Egyptians grew them. The Romans grew almonds and they have been popular ever since. Apple The apple … Continue reading →

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Oldest Foods

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

6 Oldest Foods Here are the 6 oldest foods or source of nutrients in the world found by archeologists Roman Tomb Wine. Burnt British Bread, Chinese Bone Soup. Ireland butter. Chinese Noodle, Beef Jerky. Earliest Known Cultivated Fruit Crop In … Continue reading →

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Pear Cider

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

“Pear Cider”, A traditional perry (poiré in French) bottled under cork and cage from Normandy and Anjou. It is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented pears, similar to the way cider is made from apples. It has been common for … Continue reading →

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Chicha

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

Chicha is an ancient Peruvian beer brewed with corn and is one of our most talked about brewing creations. In Peru, small communities produce it from masticated maize, naturally fermented in large clay pots and often flavored with indigenous fruit … Continue reading →

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20th Century Food (part 4)

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

20th Century Food (part 4) Ordinary people ate better food in the 20th century. In 1900 some families sat down to a meal of a plate of potatoes and malnutrition was common among poor children. Food was also expensive. In … Continue reading →

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FOOD IN THE MODERN WORLD (part 3)

Posted on October 30, 2019 by beaugrand

FOOD IN THE MODERN WORLD (part 3) 16th Century Food In the 16th century, rich people still ate a variety of food with a great deal of meat. However poor people usually ate dreary food. In the morning they had … Continue reading →