The Battle of Saratoga in 1777 saw the American colonies defeat the British in New York, proving they could hold their own. The British plan to retake New York failed due to unfamiliar terrain, lack of expected troops, and Native American abandonment. The battle involved two battles and a pursuit, resulting in the surrender of […]
French fries were invented in 1853 by chef George “Speck” Crum, who tried to please a customer at Moon’s Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York. Crum sliced potatoes thinner and added salt, creating a new craze. The origin of Saratoga chips is unclear, but they became popular in New England and New York. French […]
