Channel: Mental Floss

Category: Education

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Description: The history of tea and coffee touches on science, politics, culture, and more. Did you know that coffee doesn't come from beans? Or that the history of tea is directly related to the Opium Wars? Learn all about coffee and tea's fascinating history. Food History is a show all about... well, the history of food. Join host Justin Dodd as he brings you the stories of how your favorite meals ended up on your plate. Today, we're talking coffee and tea. How did these two simple beverages become two of the most consumed beverages in the world? ----------------------------- Website: mentalfloss.com​ Twitter: twitter.com/mental_floss​ Facebook: facebook.com/mentalflossmagazine