Chapter
The Strange History of Fortune Cookies
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Despite popular belief, fortune cookies are not originally from China and were created in America. However, despite their popularity in the US, fortune cookies did not catch on in China.
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Despite its association with Chinese cuisine, the fortune cookie has an American origin story.
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Fortune Cookie
Summary
Despite its association with Chinese cuisine, the fortune cookie has an American origin story. In fact, the treat was first created in San Francisco in the early 20th century.