Food

General Food Resources
 Specific Foods
 Science of Food


The Food Timeline - http://www.foodtimeline.org/
Ever wonder what the Vikings ate when they set off to explore the new world? Who invented the potato chip...and why? Food is the fun part of social studies! The tricky part is finding recipes you can make in a modern kitchen, with ingredients bought at your local supermarket and bring into school to share with your class. This page is for you!

PBS: Meaning of Food - explore culture through food, what we eat, how we get it, who makes it, how it defines families, and more.

Types of Food
Yahooligans has an extensive library of resources

Fact Monster Food
An on line almanac that has lots of informati

History and Legends of Favorite Foods
A wonderful site with lots of specific information.

Culinary Dictionary
Finding words you don't know?  Look them up here.
Ice Cream
Information and links on ice cream

Ice Cream History - read some of the myths behind how ice cream was invented, and learn what we do know about its creation.
The Story of Corn - http://www.campsilos.org/mod3/
Gives the history of corn and how it is used. Includes sections for students and teachers.
Butter  - find out how butter is made, its history, and its presence in countries around the world.

American Egg Board - find eggs-actly what you're looking for including egg recipes, answers to FAQ's, an eggcyclopedia, egg nutrition, egg safety, and more!

 Honey.com  - Honey Bee facts, trivia, history, and games!

History of Spice  - explore the use of spice throughout history, from medicine, perfume, incense, and flavorings.

Spice Encyclopedia - fascinating facts and useful ideas for spices from anise to vanilla!

History of Tea  - tea is nearly 5000 years old

Riceworld - an online museum dedicated to the history and culture of rice.
Rice.org
A source of some information on rice
The Potato Then & Now  -
 includes info on the science and history of potatoes as well as fun facts.

Peanut Butter Lovers 
The history of peanut butter, how it's made, nutritional facts, and recipes.
Cheese.com
Includes: Cheese by names; Cheese by countries; Cheese by textures; Cheese by milk; Vegetarian cheeses; Cheese facts; Cheese recipes; and cheese links.

Cheese History - trace its path back through time.

All About Cheese  - check out cheese profiles, recipes, and a history of this popular food.

CheeseNet  - includes an index of cheeses around the world, cheesey poetry and stories, and other cool facts about the food!

Coffee
A lot of information including history and growing regions

History of the Hot Dog - learn how this food came to be, the cities that claim it originated with them, and how it came to the U.S.
Exploring Chocolate 
The Exploratorium examines the history of chocolate, follows the chocolate-
Myths and Stories - Chocolate - discover the legends and history behind chocolate and find out where chocolate trees grows.

Soybeans  - learn about this high-protein food, how it's eco-friendly, and other interesting facts.
BREAD - Chemistry - http://www.ktca.org/newtons/12/bread.html
From Newton's Apple, find out what happens to make bread rise, then look at yeast cells in the related activity.
Dairy Science and Technology 
Information on milk production, dairy processing, and dairy products including cheese, yogurt, ice cream, and butter.
Science of Cooking - learn about eggs, bread, pickles and more.

Science of Cooking: Pickle Lab - find out all about pickling, enter the pickle lab to experience the fun of pickle-making for yourself, and learn about the history of pickling.