One of the most delectable winter treats in Japan are their strawberries. Eaten sugar-coated, as mochi, in ice cream, and of course- alone; strawberries sell almost 10x any other fruit in Japan.  Why does a spring-grown fruit sell in the winter?  Before the demand increased to its popularity today,...

Prior to the integration of technology in our daily lives, it was common for small businesses such as shops, cafes, and restaurants to have a receptacle labeled “tips” that would either be brimming with cash or only contain a few coins. It was not mandatory for customers to leave...

Obesity and food insecurity have been one of society’s ever-changing trends throughout centuries. In the 17th to 19th centuries, obesity was a sign of wealth or even royalty, because of the scarce amount of fresh carbohydrates many areas offered to their citizens. Growing to the 20th and 21st century...