What explorer introduced Italians to spaghetti in the 14th century?
There's a common misconception that Marco Polo introduced spaghetti to Italy in the 14th century. This is incorrect.
Here's why:
* Spaghetti existed in Italy long before Marco Polo's travels. Evidence suggests that pasta was already being made in Italy in the 11th century.
* Marco Polo's travels focused on Asia. While he traveled extensively in Asia, he didn't introduce any new types of pasta to Italy.
* The origins of spaghetti are debated. Some historians believe it originated in ancient Rome, while others think it developed in Arab-ruled Sicily.
It's likely that spaghetti evolved gradually in Italy and wasn't introduced by a single individual.
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