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In 1943, Ignacio "Nacho" Anaya concocted nachos when tasked with feeding a group of hungry military wives late at night. Lacking a full kitchen crew, he improvised with tortilla chips, cheese, and jalapeños, creating a dish that the women adored, subsequently naming it "Nachos Especial."
Bubblegum
The invention of bubblegum was a happy accident when accountant Walter Diemer developed a less sticky gum in 1928. The result was a stretchy pink gum that was perfect for blowing bubbles, leading to the creation of "Double Bubble," which became hugely popular.