Monday: Food
Which of the following foods was not originally cultivated in the Americas?
Make Your Pick!
Hint: It spread westward via Arab traders into the Mediterranean.
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While many staple crops like quinoa, tomatoes, and maize (corn) have their origins in the Americas, the eggplant has a different story.
Eggplant, also known as aubergine, was first domesticated in Asia—likely in India or China—well over 1,500 years ago. It spread westward via Arab traders into the Mediterranean, where it became a popular ingredient in cuisines like Italian and Greek. In contrast, maize was central to Mesoamerican civilizations, tomatoes were cultivated by the Aztecs, and quinoa was a vital crop for the Inca Empire. The eggplant’s journey from Asia to European and then global cuisine showcases the fascinating web of food migration across continents.
