12 California Dishes That Didn't Actually Come From Where You Think
California's iconic foods aren't always what they seem—discover the surprising true origins behind Golden State classics.
California's food scene is legendary, shaping American and global dining trends. Many dishes are stamped with the "California" label, but their true origin stories are layered with migration, reinvention, and culinary myth-making.
Their true origin stories are layered with migration, reinvention, and a little culinary myth-making.
Let's dig into California's most beloved foods—and reveal where they really began.
Author's summary: Uncovering surprising origins of California's iconic dishes.
- Avocado toast
- Fortune cookies
- Mission burritos