Question: Which civilization is credited with creating the first bacon?
Answer: The ancient Chinese. Over 3,000 years ago, they created the first form of bacon by curing pork bellies with salt. Later, the practice spread to other civilizations, including the Romans, who also made their own version of salted pork.
The word “bacon” comes from the Old High German word baho, meaning “buttock” or “ham.” Bacon is so beloved that it has its own holiday—Bacon Day—celebrated annually on Dec. 30!
