According to the histories, three big motivators led ancient mariners on their risky expensive quests: spices, gold, and shortcuts. Without refrigeration, microwaves, or hermetically sealed pouches, food was preserved by drying or salting. It went bad fast, so spices made it palatable longer. Spices were a big deal. With wars in the rear … Continue reading Spices, Gold, and Shortcuts
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