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Was popcorn created before or after Columbus discovered America?
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∙ 15y ago
thousands of years before Columbus discovered America (go to answers.com)
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Who invented popcorn and when?
Popcorn was first discovered thousands of years ago by Native Americans in North America. First traces of popcorn are from 3600 B.C. It is one of the oldest forms of corn. Because of popcorn's history, it's hard give credit to one particular person.
What was Columbus's longest trip before 1492?
His third voyage was the longest one. :)
What year was microwave popcorn invented?
The American Indians. Of course, popcorn was not actually invented per se; it was discovered by them. Because the Indians were big corn eaters, they ate corn every way possible for variation. It is said that kernels of corn had dropped into the campfire and they discovered they could eat the kernels that popped as well. That could just be folklore, but it is interesting.It is not possible to identify the first person to pop pop-corn, as no written history exhists. Corn (maise) was first grown by natives in North America. Popped corn was discovered and dated to 3,000 BC in the area now known as New Mexico.
Did ancient Egyptians eat popcorn?
No! corn or maize came from south america and Egypt is in Africa. Popcorn was developed in Guatamala c.2700B.C. Europeans were first introduced to popcorn in the 17th century when they began to colonise the Americas. It became popular during the great depression of the 1930's as an inexpensive source of food. The increase in the consumption of popcorn saved mainly middle-western farmers from bankruptcy. Most of the maize variety used to make popcorn is farmed in Nebraska.
How old is popcorn?
popcorn is over 5,000 years old
Who invented popcorn and when?
Popcorn was first discovered thousands of years ago by Native Americans in North America. First traces of popcorn are from 3600 B.C. It is one of the oldest forms of corn. Because of popcorn's history, it's hard give credit to one particular person.
When was Popcorn Shrimp created?
Popcorn Shrimp was created in 2001.
When was Popcorn maker created?
Popcorn maker was created in 1893.
Who first invented the popcorn?
Popcorn was discovered by Native Americans. Evidence of popcorn from around 3600 B.C. was found in New Mexico.
Where did popcorn originate from?
Popcorn was invented in North America by the Native Americans. When Pilgrims came over on the Mayflower the Indians taught them how to make popcorn, which was by putting maize (corn) in a pot or pan and putting it over a fire. The corn would then pop, creating the delicious snack that we love today.
When was Buttered Popcorn created?
Buttered Popcorn was created in 1961-04.
When was Mother Popcorn created?
Mother Popcorn was created in 1969-06.
Who is the founder of popcorn?
Popcorn was discovered one very hot day when the corn just started popping!
When was PopCorn - video game - created?
PopCorn - video game - was created in 1988.
When was Weaver Popcorn Company created?
Weaver Popcorn Company was created in 1928.
When was Chutney Popcorn created?
Chutney Popcorn was created on 1999-07-09.
When was Popcorn - instrumental - created?
Popcorn - instrumental - was created on 2005-08-22.
