The Mayans were among the first to cultivate cacao trees. They valued cacao beans highly. These beans were not just food; they were wealth. Cacao beans became a standardized form of currency. People used them to buy goods and pay for services. Archaeological evidence shows that Mayans traded ...
Mexico has been around since 8000 – 12000 BC. We all know about the Mayans and Aztecs, but fewer know about the Toltec Civilization. The Toltecs were a pre-Columbian Mesoamerican civilization considered one of the great civilizations of ancient Mexico, and their influence was widespread in wha...
In fact, they can carry carcasses weighing up to 800 pounds - an impressive feat of strength for an animal of their size. Jaguars are the third largest cats in the world, and their strength is a testament to their impressive physical capabilities....
Fact-checked by Karen Miles, writer Written by Jenny Des Jarlais | Jun 25, 2024 Photo credit: EasyBuy4u/Thinkstock Boy or girl? Sure, your doctor can tell you the sex of your baby, but where's the fun in that? Even parents who choose not to find out like guessing whether they're...
They introduced the alphabet to Europe, have well-preserved writings like The Iliad, and are remembered for Hypocrates the father of modern medicine as well as famous philisophers Socratis, Aristotle, and Plato. In fact they invented politics, science, philosophy, theater, olympics, and the ...
The majority of American wine comes from the vineyards of California. In fact, according to the Wine Institute,California makes up 81% of all U.S. wineand is the fourth-leading wine producer in the world. From Napa and Sonoma to the Central Coast, the Central Valley, and the South Coast...
Bruichladdich ‘Bere Barley 2006’(50%, OB, Kynagarry Farm, Achaba, Achfad Fields, 7200 bottles, 2012) The triumph of true artisan and terroir spirit, way beyond marketing and PR stunts. Maybe the most important bottling of 2012, in fact... ...