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Fortune cookies were invented in America

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The definitive symbol of global takeout wisdom is entirely an American fabrication. Japanese immigrants living in San Francisco and Los Angeles in the early 20th century modified a traditional Kyoto cracker, stuffing it with vague inspirational quotes. They are virtually nonexistent across mainland Asia, proving authenticity is easily baked.

Fortune cookies were invented in America
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