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Breakfast Traditions

Breakfast Traditions

April 26, 2010 No Comments

The concept of breakfast in Western civilization is a comparative newcomer. In Medieval times, the Roman Catholic Church standardized the day with two meals – a heavy lunch and a light supper. Only children and the ill were served a small breakfast. It wasn’t until the 15th century that breakfast began to be socially acceptable. ...

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Cheese

Cheese

April 19, 2010 No Comments

History The origins of cheese predate the earliest historical records. It is speculated that the first cheese was made in the Middle East or Central Asia by accident when milk was stored in a container made from an animals stomach. As the making of cheese spread to cooler climates, less salt was required for preservation ...

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