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The first pretzel in the world was created by a monk in Italy around 610. Some say that a pretzel was initially called a “bracellae”. Strips of dough are baked by the monk and he folded the strips into crossed arms shape which looks like the posture of a child crossing his arms in prayer. Baked pretzels were given to children who were able to memorize and recite the prayer correctly. However, there is no documented evidence to prove that this story was real. The three holes of pretzel represent the Holy Trinity which comes with Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The twisted part of the pretzel brings the meaning of good luck, prosperity and long life. It was quite surprising when we got the pretzel that we have ordered. The size of the pretzel was big and the shape was formed almost perfectly. All of us think that it worth the price since it is cheaper compared to other pretzels out there. The color of the pretzel was golden brown and the surface was covered with the mixture of cinnamon and brown sugar. The texture of the pretzel was soft inside and crispy outside. It was in a warm temperature when we got it. It …show more content…

Waffle is origin on Medieval of Belgium. Which is around 9th-10th centuries, in this period they use communion wafer iron and wafer iron for making waffle? The beginning of the basic waffle ingredients was just having grain flour and water only. After that, until 11th century they began added some flavoring for the waffle. However in the 14th century the first waffle recipe was form which was written by a husband for his wife. The recipe was contains of eggs, salt, wine and flour. First beat the eggs in a bowl, add some salt and wine, after that add in flour mix it. As time progress, they try to improve for making the better and simple waffle by eggs, sugar, butter, flour and so on. Waffle has become popular in Europe on 19th century. In 21th waffle also become a popular dessert for the human to having

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