Black Mission (or Franciscana) Figs are a popular variety of the edible fig. They were introduced to California in 1768 by the Fransiscan monks and missionaries. The common fig bears a first crop, called the breba crop, in the spring … Continue reading
In 1891,Alexander Fergusuon MacLaren, introduced a new product, MacLaren’s Imperial Cheese, which became very popular. Made from ground cheddar and sold in small porcelain containers, it was one of the first soft, processed cheeses to be commercially distributed. MacLaren’s Imperial … Continue reading