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    What is the origin of Marmite? Was it a mistake or a by-product of something?

    Question #53704. Asked by tamarindgh. (Jan 04 05 4:46 PM)


    MaggieG 5

    		Here it is. From the guide to life, the universe and everything, the true story of Marmite.

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/h2g2/guide/A184097

    And reading all that has made me distinctly peckish. I may need to go and make some toast and dig out one of the 48 jars of that DELICIOUS substance I have in my kitchen cupboard...

    Jan 04 05, 4:53 PM
    great_emile

    		Marmite originated in Ancient Egypt as a by-product of beer brewing. The Egyptians spread it on their bread and believed that it was a useful medicine against chest ailments.

    Jan 04 05, 9:11 PM

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