But,if crunchy,salty treats like potato chips are your preference,then you owe a debt of gratitude to a cranky chef and a picky diner who lived over 150 years ago.On August 24,1853,George Crum was working as a chef in a restaurant when he became frustrated with a customer.The customer had repeatedly sent back his french fries, complaining that they were too thick and soggy.Fed up,Crum decided to teach him a lesson. Crum sliced the potatos as thinly as possible and fried them in grease.To Crum's astonishment,the customer thought the chips were delectable.They became a regular item on the restaurant's menu and,in time,became a staple of the global fast food industry.
Clearly not all accidents are bad.Some have made our lives richer,sweeter,and tastier!!