accidental discoveries and unexpected inspirations that shape what we eat and drink
English language
Published Nov. 19, 2012 by Lyons Press.
"A smorgasbord of vignettes and tidbits about the quirky--and sometimes downright odd--origins of various kitchen inventions, products, and foodstuff, How the Hot Dog Found Its Bun includes seventy-five short essays that will dispel popular myths and draw lines between food facts and food fiction. Charming text combined with simple line illustrations makes this an attractive gift book and go-to source book for all food and trivia buffs"--
"A smorgasbord of vignettes and tidbits about the quirky--and sometimes downright odd--origins of various kitchen inventions, products, and foodstuff, How the Hot Dog Found Its Bun includes seventy-five short essays that will dispel popular myths and draw lines between food facts and food fiction. Charming text combined with simple line illustrations makes this an attractive gift book and go-to source book for all food and trivia buffs"--
Lots of information about food origins. Fun to read. Lots of trivia, including the conflicting origin stories for things that will never be resolved.
