This is a Big Question. I can imagine a pig falling into fire inspiring steaks, or a forgotten stash of grapes found in a time of extreme drought giving the idea for wine. But how ... moreThis is a Big Question. I can imagine a pig falling into fire inspiring steaks, or a forgotten stash of grapes found in a time of extreme drought giving the idea for wine. But how would anyone see some grain growing and decide they have to reap it, dry it, pulverize it, mix it with water, let it sit, and on and on all the way to a loaf of bread?
Let's grow this plant, pick the berries, take the seeds out, roast and then grind the beans, pour hot water through the grounds, and throw the beans away. Drink the water! How did ... moreLet's grow this plant, pick the berries, take the seeds out, roast and then grind the beans, pour hot water through the grounds, and throw the beans away. Drink the water! How did we get there?