Sometimes, the origins of things we consume take some of the most ridiculous twists and turn to which you aren’t quite sure how to react. For example, the humble banana. It’s a delicious fruit enjoyed by many around the world. For Americans, it’s a popular food by itself and even helped create an iconic sample of a Harry Belafonte tune used by producer Bangladesh for Lil … [Read more...]
How the Original Twinkie Flavor Was Changed Forever Thanks to WWII
The Twinkie has been one of America’s favorite treats for years, but did you know that the modern-day Twinkie was originally invented with a totally different flavor? Well, we can thank World War II for the change in the original Twinkie flavor, and here’s why. Suggested read: The Story of Dr. Seuss's Political Cartoons During WWII The Invention of the Original Twinkie … [Read more...]