Food

The Story Behind Oh, the simplicity of a cornmeal-battered hot dog on a stick! Many folks claim it's invention but it was patented in 1927 by Mr. S.S. Jenkins of Buffalo, NY. Over 630,000 are sold annually at the Texas State Fair. And yellow mustard is...

The Story Behind Long ago, strawberries were served at festivals and special occasions for peace and prosperity. The indulgence of chocolate combined with a fresh strawberry creates a favorite mouth-watering dessert popular today. Measurements: 3 X 2.25...

The Story Behind Delicious and slightly exotic, American Chinese cuisine is extremely popular in the United States. In fact, there are nearly three times as many Chinese restaurants in the U.S. as there are McDonalds! Instantly recognizable, uniquely...

The Story Behind The history of cheese predates recorded history. Cheese is valued for its long shelf life and high levels of fat, protein and calcium. With hundreds of varieties, it is hard to choose just one. This ornament is a perfect gift for a...

The Story Behind It s not really a baby cabbage, but it's from the same family. The edible sprout was grown near Brussels, Belgium & the French brought them to Louisiana in the 18th century. There are numerous ways to prepare this healthy & tasty...

Celebrate the coffee lover in your life with this coffee cup features a white cup with saying "Happiness Is A Cup Of Coffee" and a red ribbon hanger. FREE personalization with purchase! Make your gift a personal one by customizing with a name and/or date...

The Story Behind The bagel originates in Poland. Traditionally, they were formed by hand, boiled and then baked. Today, there are numerous flavors and styles that vary as much as the cities they re from. The dense, chewy inside and crisp exterior is a...

The Story Behind Bacon, a staple breakfast food often paired with eggs, seems to go in and out of favor in the culinary world. It currently is experiencing a dramatic increase in popularity. Now, it is even found in sweet foods such as donuts and ice...

The Story Behind Legend has it that the first avocado was eaten by a Mayan Princess in Mexico around 300 B.C. It is also known as the alligator pear which describes the fruit s texture and pear shape. This beautiful glass ornament was carefully crafted...

Are tomatoes a fruit or a vegetable? Either way, tomatoes are delicious and nutritious! Tomatoes are botanically a fruit but used in cooking as a vegetable. Early glassblowers enjoyed making tomato ornaments because of their vibrant colors and they re...

The Story Behind A cone-shaped temaki sushi, is a family favorite, made from a rolled cone of seaweed that is wrapped around rice and fillings. A platter is presented, and each person can make a handroll with favorite fillings. Measurements: 1.5 X 1.5 X...

Sriracha sauce blends simple ingredients of chili pepper paste, vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt to create an incredible hot sauce. With Thai and Vietnamese origins, sriracha has a delicious Asian heat flavor. Dip away, hot sauce enthusiasts!