Pasta is a staple food in Italian cuisine and has a long history dating back to the Roman Empire. During that time, various types of pasta were enjoyed, including lasagna and macaroni, but it wasn’t until the 14th century that the first known reference to pasta as a dish in its own right appeared in […]

Breakfast is often referred to as the most important meal of the day because it provides the body and brain with much needed energy and nutrients after an overnight fast. Eating breakfast has been shown to have several benefits, including: Improved metabolism: Eating breakfast kick-starts your metabolism and helps regulate blood sugar levels, which can […]

Boulder, Colorado winters are typically cold and snowy. Temperatures can range from the low 20s to the high 30s (Fahrenheit) with occasional cold snaps and wind chill. Snowfall is common and can vary greatly from year to year, with an average of around 80 inches per season. Despite the cold and snow, many outdoor enthusiasts […]

The pizza slice as a form of serving pizza has its origins in the United States, specifically in New York City. In the early 1900s, pizzerias in the city started selling pizza by the slice to make it more convenient and accessible to working-class immigrants and laborers who wanted a quick and inexpensive meal. The […]

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Water in my opinion is the key to life. Makenna adds to this by stating that water is to say the least, relaxing and peaceful. Peace being something that we as humans have fought for and looked for now for centuries. Makenna, being a CU graduate, presents the idea that we’ve been looking for something […]

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Coffee is believed to have originated in the highlands of Ethiopia in the 9th century and was first consumed as a beverage by the Oromo people. From Ethiopia, coffee spread to other neighboring countries in the horn of Africa, then to the Middle East, and eventually to Europe, where it became very popular in the […]

Desserts have been a part of human cuisine for thousands of years and the exact origin of desserts is not clear. Ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans were known to have enjoyed sweet dishes, and in medieval times, sweet courses became more elaborate and were a symbol of wealth and prestige. The rise […]