According to legend the sandwich was invented in England in 1762 when John Montagu, Fourth Earl of Sandwich, demanded his valet bring him salt beef between two slices of bread. His idea was simple: he wanted to dine without pausing his all-night poker session or, perhaps worse, … [Read more...]
SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE: Caesar salad has mixed history, but got its start in Tijuana
It was something a little bit thrilling to see my first article in the San Diego Union-Tribune as the lead article of the Food section on May 15th. Just about everyone loves the Caesar salad. There is something about the elegant perfection of a few good ingredients … [Read more...]