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What was a key factor that significantly increased the popularity of cupcakes in the 1990s?
What was a key factor that significantly increased the popularity of cupcakes in the 1990s?
- A government campaign promoting the consumption of baked goods.
- The introduction of new cupcake flavors by European chefs.
- New York bakeries using leftover cake batter in muffin tins, alongside the rise of food blogs and TV channels. (correct)
- A decrease in the price of sugar, making cupcakes more affordable.
What is a key characteristic of pistachios that contributes to its classification as a drupe?
What is a key characteristic of pistachios that contributes to its classification as a drupe?
- Growing exclusively in Mediterranean climates.
- Having a single seed inside the fruit. (correct)
- Having multiple seeds within the fruit.
- Being primarily used for ornamental purposes.
What led to the shift in the United States becoming a leading pistachio producer in 2008?
What led to the shift in the United States becoming a leading pistachio producer in 2008?
- Increased consumer demand for nut-based snacks.
- A trade agreement that eliminated tariffs on American-grown pistachios.
- Government incentives combined with a poor Iranian pistachio harvest. (correct)
- The discovery of a new pistachio variety that thrived in American soil.
How does the high cost and limited accessibility of certain foods contribute to their trendiness?
How does the high cost and limited accessibility of certain foods contribute to their trendiness?
What role has the food industry played in shaping food preferences and reversing negative perceptions, as seen with bacon in the U.S.?
What role has the food industry played in shaping food preferences and reversing negative perceptions, as seen with bacon in the U.S.?
Which factor primarily explains why humans are naturally inclined to prefer foods high in fat and sugar?
Which factor primarily explains why humans are naturally inclined to prefer foods high in fat and sugar?
In what way does social context influence an individual's food choices, according to the information?
In what way does social context influence an individual's food choices, according to the information?
What prompted American farmers to begin planting pistachios in California during the 1970s?
What prompted American farmers to begin planting pistachios in California during the 1970s?
Besides the United States, which two countries currently account for the majority of global pistachio production?
Besides the United States, which two countries currently account for the majority of global pistachio production?
What was the initial purpose of pistachios when they were introduced to the United States in the 19th century?
What was the initial purpose of pistachios when they were introduced to the United States in the 19th century?
Flashcards
Magnolia Bakery
Magnolia Bakery
NYC bakery that gained popularity after being featured in 'Sex and the City'.
Pistachio: A Drupe
Pistachio: A Drupe
A fruit with a single seed, in the same family as mangoes and cashews.
Pistachio Introduction to Europe
Pistachio Introduction to Europe
Romans introduced these to Europe in the first century AD.
US Pistachio Production
US Pistachio Production
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Evolutionary Taste Preferences
Evolutionary Taste Preferences
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Social Context of Food
Social Context of Food
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Food Trends
Food Trends
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Bacon's reputation Restoration
Bacon's reputation Restoration
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Dadinho de Tapioca
Dadinho de Tapioca
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Study Notes
- The "Sex and the City" series, specifically an episode in 2000 featuring Carrie and Miranda eating cupcakes, significantly boosted the popularity of Magnolia Bakery in New York City.
- In 1796, cupcakes first appeared in a recipe book, however, they did not gain significant popularity until later.
- Cupcakes experienced a surge in popularity in the 1990s due to New York bakeries utilizing leftover cake batter and baking it in muffin tins, coinciding with the rise of food blogs and TV channels.
- Pistachio has become a recent food trend, used in cakes, panettone, pasta, and even perfumes.
- In 2024, Brazil imported 1,000 tons of pistachios, triple the amount from 2022, correlating with a global increase in online interest in pistachios since 2019.
- Pistachio comes from Central Asia.
- Pistachio is a drupe, a fruit with a single seed, belonging to the same family as mangoes and cashews.
- Pistachio trees can live for over 300 years.
- Romans introduced pistachios to Europe in the 1st century, where they thrived in the Mediterranean climate, especially in southern Italy.
- Pistachios were introduced to the United States in the 19th century, initially as garden decorations.
- American farmers started planting pistachios, particularly in California, in the 1970s, due to government incentives and a decline in Iranian exports.
- In 2008, the US became the leading pistachio producer due to a poor Iranian harvest; producing over 409,000 tons annually.
- In 2009, the American Pistachio Growers Association was formed to promote pistachios through research, chef partnerships, and global promotion.
- The per capita consumption of pistachios in the United States has tripled since the beginning of the 21st century.
- Starbucks was one of the first fast-food chains to introduce pistachio-flavored beverages in the United States.
- Currently, the United States, Turkey, and Iran account for 90% of global pistachio production.
- Imported pistachios in Brazil can cost up to 200 reais per kilogram.
- Plans exist to cultivate pistachios in Ceará, Brazil, although this is a long-term prospect.
- Human palates have evolved to prefer fat and sugar, as they were essential energy sources for survival.
- Aversion to sour and bitter tastes is an evolutionary trait.
- Food choices are influenced by social context, where observing others' diets provides survival cues.
- The desire to fit in socially can influence the first experience with certain foods, such as beer.
- Food trends are often driven by the exclusivity and status associated with expensive and less accessible items.
- Pistachios embody these qualities due to their fat content, versatility in desserts, and relatively high cost.
- The dadinho de tapioca (tapioca dice) was invented 20 years ago by chef Rodrigo Oliveira.
- The food industry can significantly impact food trends.
- Bacon's reputation was restored in the US through collaboration between pork producers and fast-food chains, introducing pre-cooked bacon.
- Nestlé heavily marketed condensed milk in Brazil,.
- Increased competition in the food sector is pushing companies to listen to customer needs to lead trends from kitchens rather than through lobbying.
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