history
How contact zoos were created: A brief history
If you love animals and want to spend some time with them without getting pets, you can try contact zoos - a nice alternative to regular ones. They aren't exactly new, and they become quite popular because of new opportunities they provide.
Kate Yakimchuk nature wildlife zoos Animals 4 October 2023
Worcestershire sauce: Know your food better
If you are interested in different cuisines and especially sauces, then you've probably tried Worcestershire sauce. Worcestershire sauce is a popular condiment that was created by accident in the 19th century in the English city of Worcester.
Kate Yakimchuk food sauce Cooking 1 October 2023
Gardeners of the past didn't know that: A bit of history
Gardening is a very old activity, and it evolves constantly - so modern gardening has lots of tools and knowledge that weren't known before. Gardeners of the past managed to grow lots of plants to feed themselves, but they still didn't know lots of things that we know these days.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening farming Garden 28 September 2023
How gardeners of the past fertilized their soil: A bit of history
Gardening is an old, old activity - and though it's still extremely popular and important, it's pretty much different from what it used to be. Life was way harder for gardeners and farmers of the past, because they didn't have access to tools and fertilizers we have now.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening fertilizer Garden 28 September 2023
Curious facts about dinosaurs: They were different from what you think
Lots of kids love reading facts about dinosaurs, but adults often forget them later. Meanwhile, lots of them are pretty curious, so if you used to love dinosaurs when you were a child, then it might be interesting for you to know them.
Kate Yakimchuk dinosaurs facts nature Animals 21 September 2023
Animals on board: Why sailors took animals with them
People need animals for many reasons, and they need them in different situations, including sea travel. Sailors had to take different animals on board with them - not only as food, but also as companions and friends.
Kate Yakimchuk pets travel Animals 18 September 2023
How calories were invented: A brief history
Nowadays, most people use calories as a convenient method to measure how much energy you can get from food. The concept isn't actually exactly new - people have been using them for a few centuries now.
Kate Yakimchuk calories food Cooking 17 September 2023
Unexpected canned food from the past: Food industry was weird
Americans used to love canned food, and though we still have plenty of canned food to choose from, things used to be way stranger. While nowadays you can mostly buy canned meat and legumes, people of the past used to have a huge variety of canned options to choose from.
Kate Yakimchuk food storage Cooking 13 September 2023
Things were better back then: Why gardening used to be better in some ways
Modern gardening is effective and beneficial in many ways - it's progressing and evolving, as it should be. Meanwhile, some aspects of gardening used to be better back then - or, at least, they were pretty good as they were.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening chemicals Garden 7 September 2023
How people discovered edible mushrooms: A long story of trials and errors
Nowadays, we know lots of mushroom varieties that are completely safe to eat. The discovery of edible mushrooms likely occurred through a combination of curiosity, observation, trial and error, and cultural knowledge passed down through generations.
Kate Yakimchuk mushrooms food Cooking 4 September 2023
How flower growing changed in a century: Gardening history
Some people love gardening only because of flowers - it's their way of growing and bringing beauty to this world. Over the past century, growing garden flowers has undergone significant changes due to advances in technology, shifts in gardening practices, environmental awareness, and evolving cultural preferences.
Kate Yakimchuk flowers gardening Garden 2 September 2023
How the pesticides were invented: A brief history
The development of pesticides can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where early agricultural practices involved the use of natural substances to protect crops. However, the modern era of synthetic pesticides began in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with significant advancements in chemistry and agriculture.
Kate Yakimchuk pesticides gardening Garden 1 September 2023
Popular dishes that have unusual history: Know more about your food
We don't usually think much about how certain dishes were created, but some of them actually have an unusual history behind them. Many popular dishes have fascinating and unusual histories that often involve unexpected origins, cultural influences, and unique stories.
Kate Yakimchuk food cuisine Cooking 30 August 2023
People have always dressed their pets: It has a long history
The practice of dressing pets has a long history that dates back to ancient civilizations. However, the reasons and approaches for dressing pets have evolved over time.
Kate Yakimchuk pets clothes Animals 26 August 2023
From a necessity to a hobby: How gardening changed its role in people's lives
Gardening's evolution from a necessity to a hobby is a fascinating journey that reflects shifts in societal values, technological advancements, and changing lifestyles. Here's how gardening transformed over time.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening facts Garden 26 August 2023
How housewives of the past were getting rid of stains: Hacks that worked
Housewives of the past used a variety of methods and household products to get rid of stains before the advent of modern stain removers and washing machines. They couldn't rely on modern detergents, so they had to use other solutions.
Kate Yakimchuk laundry stains tips Helpful tips 25 August 2023
Straight from the Ancient times: Modern grains that have always been with us
Modern grains have evolved over time through selective breeding and cultivation practices to enhance traits such as yield, resistance to pests and diseases, and adaptability to various growing conditions. While the specific types of grains we consume today may not have existed in their current forms during ancient times, there were ancestral varieties and closely related species that were popular and important in different regions.
Kate Yakimchuk grains food Cooking 25 August 2023
What gardeners of the past did from late fall to spring: Gardening history
Gardeners of the past followed various practices from late fall to spring to ensure the health and productivity of their gardens. These practices were influenced by the changing seasons, climate, and available resources.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening seasons Garden 24 August 2023
The Garden Gnomes: Learn more about why they used to be so popular
Garden gnomes were popular and continue to be recognized as iconic garden decorations due to several historical and cultural factors. While their popularity has fluctuated over time, they were particularly popular during certain periods for the following reasons.
Kate Yakimchuk decoration gardening Garden 22 August 2023
How gardeners of the past used to grow fruits: Gardening history
Gardeners of the past used a combination of traditional knowledge, practical techniques, and natural resources to grow fruits. While methods varied based on the specific time period, location, and available resources, there were common approaches that characterized historical fruit cultivation.
Kate Yakimchuk gardening planting Garden 17 August 2023