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The Global Journey of Noodles: From Asia to America
This chapter explores the rich history of noodles, tracing their origins from Asia to the West, and debunking the myth of Marco Polo’s role in their introduction to Italy. It also highlights the marketing success of dried pasta in the U.S. during the 1920s and the cultural impact of Chinese immigrants on Japanese ramen.
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