
Published on this day in 1896, "The Fanny Farmer Cook Book", except the original title was, "The Boston Cooking-School Book." Fanny Farmer was the author's name. Farmer's cook book was important to the history of cookery for the fact it standardized measurements of cups and spoons. It also emphasised the science of cooking both in the chemistry and in the dietary science. The importance of cooking healthy meals for the family. Fanny Famer Cookbook is still in print today.
Born this day in 1957,Katie Couric, American journalist. "Good Morning America", "ABC World News", "Nightline", "20/20", "60 Minutes",and her last seat was anchore for the "CBS Evening News"and in the Fall of 2012 she will host a new daytime talk show. Happy Birthday Katie!