'Would you like fries with that?' This is one of the most common questions in foodservice in the United States. Whether dining out at a full-service restaurant or grabbing a fast bite at a QSR, French fries have become a ubiquitous side for many of our most loved dishes. But how did taking a modest potato, slicing, and frying it become so prominent? And are fries a uniquely American choice? Let's find out. The History of the French Fry While the origin of the French fry isn't entirely clear...
