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13 Popular Foods Named After People

Whether through the hard work of chefs or a random craving that leads to a new recipe, food innovation is a constant. The favorite cake of a ruler can become a well-known representation of a city or country, while a restaurant that invents a specific dish may become a hot

spot for that pasta.  Chefs and rulers are common sources of inspiration for naming dishes, but we can also credit botanists and hobbyists for naming grocery store staples. (Have you purchased a “Hass” avocado?) Knowing where our food came from provides us with connection to history. No matter how different...

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