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20 most significant events in the history of food technology: 1750 - 2020
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The Sandwich Is Invented
Created portable and individual meals for families, easy and fun. Able to eat a variety of foods at once, in an easy and mess free way. -
Bottling Begins
This was the first step that allowed for further inventions into cans. This also aided in transportation of products (liquid or stored in liquid). -
First patent for preserving food in tin cans
Ability to put food in an airtight container that would keep it edible for much longer -
The First Brewery In America Opens
Yuengling’s is the first brewery to open up, paving the way for what we know as modern breweries. -
Chocolate is made
Coco has existed for a long time, however this was the first time it was made into what we know as chocolate. -
Chewing Gum is Invented
Improves oral health and has had large success as a candy. -
Horse power is used instead of hand power
Production was faster and more efficient as well as cost effective. -
Pasteurization is invented
Foods such as milk and juice have longer shelf lives. -
Coca-cola is founded
The foundation for carbonated beverages and a business model were established -
Refrigeration is Introduced
Ability to keep foods colder and fresher for a long period of time. -
Electric Dishwasher
Saves time, instead of having to hand wash items individually -
Processed Cheese is introduced
Longer shelf life than traditional cheese -
Garbage Disposal
Easy sink cleaning, less food waste in trash, fewer clogs in water pipes -
Food Drug and Cosmetic Act
Second major legislation in food safety and production that is still used today -
Microwave was invented
Gave the ability to reheat food items and cook using radiation. -
Tv Dinners
Entire meal that can be frozen for long periods of time and made to eat in minutes. -
Home Vacuum Sealer
Allowed food storage in a low oxygen environment to lengthen shelf life -
Sous- Vide
Gave the ability to cook items evenly without overdoing the outside and undercooking the inside -
MRE’s (meals ready to eat)
Introduced for military and civilian uses. Provided instant meals and nutrition that could be preserved for long periods of time -
Flavr Savr Tomatoes
First genetically modified food.
