Popcorn history is as interesting as the popcorn types and so the question – why does popcorn pop? Popcorn is a convenient short form of a variety of corn, which bursts from the kernel and puffs up when near a source of heat. The popcorn became a popular snack especially when watching movies in theatres, at a time when the United States was in the grip of the Great Depression. The popping quality of the corn was first discovered thousands of years ago by the Native Americans. Some native tribes believed that when the corn popped, it was noise made by an angry god who escaped the kernel.
Ever Wonder Why Does Popcorn Pop?
August 28th, 2009
Chocolate – The Interesting Facts You Might Not Know!
July 16th, 2009Way Back When…
The history of chocolate, types of chocolate and the consumption of chocolate have proven to be a perennial source of inspirational conversation for people who have a sweet tooth, for those fighting depression or simply those who want to experiment with a natural aphrodisiac. The English word ‘chocolate’ has its origins in the Aztec word ‘xocalalt’, where ‘xococ’ means bitter and ‘alt’ means water.
Pasty – A Michigan Food, A Miners Cuisine
June 24th, 2009
The Pasty has traveled a long way from being a Miners cuisine to a Unique Michigan Food in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The past is believed to have originated in Cornwall and was considered to be a tin miner’s cuisine. It is made by placing the filling in the center of the circular pastry dough and folding it to cover the filling, crimping the semi-circular edge to seal it. This gives it the raised half – moon shape. The Cornish pasty traditionally contains sliced meat, potato, onions and parsley.
GPS Dining Challenge: The Chapatti (Royal Oak)
June 19th, 2009This is an easy one to find. Many know of this site as the place to go after the bars close in Royal Oak for their spin on the baked potato. This is a  true mom and pop eatery, nestled quietly in the otherwise exciting nightlife. Pull up at a table and enjoy your food while looking at the “old world” pictures on the brick wall.   The eatery is family friendly and with a great staff. Over the last year a buzz has started about a new dish called the “Chipatti” that was reinvented by the owner, Marilyn. If Marilyn is there, be sure to ask about the pictures and her name.