Historical Events tagged with "american cuisine"
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Economics & Industry
Hormel Foods Launches Spam Luncheon Meat
July 5th, 1937 87 years ago
Spam, a canned meat product, is launched by Hormel Foods Corporation. Introduced during the Great Depression, Spam became a popular and affordable source of protein. It was marketed primarily as a versatile and convenient product for a variety of meals. The unique combination of pork shoulder and ham gave it a distinctive flavor, leading to its widespread adoption, particularly during wartime.
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