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Pop corn can be traced back as the 1500.In 1519, Cortes got his first sight of popcorn when he invaded Mexico and came into contact with the Aztecs.Popcorn was an important food for the Aztec Indians, who also used popcorn as decoration for ceremonial headdresses, necklaces and ornaments on statues of the gods, including Tlaloc, the god of rain and fertility.The motive popcorn pops was clarified by native Aztecs...

Gourmet olive varieties are widely available and come in a range of flavors.Here are just ten of the more common kinds of olives and a brief description of each.Green olives with herbs de Provence: This vibrant citrus flavored olive is a fantastic match with fish and in recipes calling for sweet spices.Herbs de Provence is a beautiful blend of spices which may be utilised in everything from eggs to soufflé...

Olives and olive oil have a very long history.It's been suggested that olives and olive oil have been around as long a 6000 decades.The Bible even references olive branches in the story of Noah's Ark.It's unknown as to when people began to eat olives and their oil but its roots of use indicate that initially it was used in lamps as gas as well as for cooking.There are two primary types of olive oils, extra virgin olive oil and olive oil...

The most popular type of restaurant food is Italian food, so it is no surprise that there's a fantastic choice of gourmet Italian gift baskets available.If you're looking for a gift for a food lover, you can not go wrong with gourmet Italian gift baskets.There is all sorts of tasty food in gourmet Italian gift baskets.Everything from pasta to pastrami could be contained.Do not forget to Italian specialties such as minestrone soup, balsamic vinegar, Italian desserts and cheese...

Today's barbecue choices have never been higher.The layouts and choices are wonderful, there is in fact a barbecue that is suitable for your personal barbecuing needs.Barbecues come in both natural gas and propane grills.Barbecues can be found in portable fire pit versions excellent for a patio or backyard, providing the sensation of being around a genuine fire pit.Other barbecue designs include charcoal-wood grills, portable grills and outdoor stoves...