History

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March Anniversaries

Momentous or Merely Memorable

Paul Jennings' account amplifies the rescue of Washington's portrait; Jennings' descendants gathered to see the portrait at the White House this past August.

Witness to History

The first memoir by a White House slave recreates the events of August 23, 1814

Robért Fresh Market’s cake came with Mardi Gras beads, and a Mardi Gras plastic cup, but much to our disappointment, the baby was nestled on the outside of the cake, so there was no suspense in consumption process. Still, we had no problem eating the entire cake. The dough was delicate and layered, and the icing not overwhelming. A delicious prospect even without the surprise.

The King of Cakes at Mardi Gras

King cake may have gained fame through American Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, but it got its start in Europe

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Going Red Velvet for Valentine's Day

Sweets are not in short supply around Valentine's Day. But here's an option a little more sophisticated than candy hearts or chocolate kisses

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The Evolution of the Sweet Tooth

There's a reason sweethearts don't give each other boxes of radicchio for Valentine's Day. Humans have a soft spot for things that taste sweet

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Gumbo: The Superest Bowl of All?

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Thinking Outside the Cereal Box

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February Anniversaries

Momentous or Merely Memorable

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The Most Successful Food Commercials

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The Oyster's Ouster From Our World

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The Foods That Passed Through Ellis Island

A look at recipes from immigrants who passed through the historic New York entry point

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January Anniversaries

Momentous or Merely Memorable

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A Decade in Food Trends

Organic becomes a household name, chefs become celebrities and exotic ingredients become ordinary

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The Stories Behind Forgotten Holiday Treats

Recipes, like songs and poems, are passed down from generation to generation. But some holiday recipes seems to have fallen through the cracks

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Barley Candy, a Victorian Christmas Goody

Caveman Cereal Raises a Question: Do Humans Need Grains?

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What is this Junket, Anyway?

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Cooking With My Great-Grandmother

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Hanukkah Gelt, and Guilt

The author reflects on traditions new and old

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The Inevitable, Detestable Fruitcake

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