True or False? Ketchup was once sold as a medicine in the 19th century.
The Caesar salad was named after Julius Caesar.
It was actually named after Caesar Cardini, an Italian-American restaurateur
Lobster was once considered a poor man's food and was fed to prisoners.
The word "salary" comes from the Latin word for pepper, which was used as currency in ancient Rome.
It comes from "sal," meaning salt, which was used as a form of payment.
Caviar is harvested from salmon.
They are harvested from sturgeon
Potatoes are native to North America.
Potatoes are native to South America
Honey never spoils and can be eaten even after thousands of years.
Blueberries are native to North America.
Cucumbers are 50% water.
They are about 95% water!
Eating carrots can improve your night vision.
While eating carrots is good for your eye health, they do not give you better night vision.
Ranch dressing was invented in California.
The seeds of an apple contain cyanide.
The word "avocado" comes from the ancient Aztec word for "tree of life."
It comes from the Nahuatl word for "testicle" due to its shape.
The main ingredient in traditional haggis is beef.
The main ingredient is sheep’s offal, particularly the heart, liver, and lungs
The average American eats about 50 pounds of chocolate each year.
It's more like 10-12 pounds
Pistachio seeds are naturally red in color.
They are green, with sometimes a bit of purple
All tea comes from the same plant, Camellia sinensis.
Almonds are members of the peach family.
Known as the Rosaceae family
Balsamic vinegar is made from fermented grapes.
Red bell peppers have more vitamin C than oranges.
A cup of chopped red bell pepper packs nearly three times the vitamin C of an orange, delivering 190 mg. Additionally, red peppers are rich in vitamin A, which supports healthy vision.
Champagne can only be called "Champagne" if it comes from the Champagne region of France.
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Shai K.
8/22/2024
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