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IN THIS CHAPTER

Meeting one of the oldest known species of bees

Appreciating the significance of bees and honey in ancient Egypt

Discovering a not-so-pleasant use for honey

Glimpsing the oldest known beehives

Tracing honey’s arrival in America

Appreciating honey’s role in today’s culture

The history of honey predates record keeping. But there are clues and documents that validate the significant role this remarkable and treasured food has played since the early days of life on earth. Honey is a celebrated food that has filled entire books. In this chapter I’ll share some betcha-didn’t-know information about honey’s role throughout history. The information is sure to make you a trivia celebrity at your next party.