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Switchel: the Original Energy-Ade

Posted on August 17, 2015 by jmalin1026

What do you drink if you’re worn out and need a little kick? An Ade, soda, an energy boost? In the 18th century, before supermarkets had shelves lined with this stuff,  many people drank a delicious beverage called Switchel. Beverages similar to switchel date … Continue reading →

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Did George Washington use Ketchup?

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Kevin Carter

O.k., so it may be an absurd question. The answer, however, is probably…but it may not be what you think. When I hear the word “KETCHUP,” the tangy tomato condiment immediately blots across the canvas my mind like a crimson … Continue reading →

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