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April 2014

The Apricot: an Origin Story

This article was written by Phin Upham For much of its contemporary life, the apricot was assumed to be a form of …

Ice Cream Can Be Good For You

  Sure, it’s fattening, but is there anything about this delicious frozen treat that can be good for you? Yes, plenty! Ice …

The Cultivation of Dates

Written by Samuel Phineas Upham Dates were first cultivated in the Middle East, in hot climates where most plants would not be …

The Origins of Guacamole

This article was written by Samuel Phineas Upham Guacamole is considered a gift by denizens of California, who eat it by the …