Welcome To Mr Waffles

The history of waffles goes back to ancient Greece, where flat cakes called “obelios” were prepared and baked between two metal plates. The early versions were plain and salty, which is very different from today’s sweet waffles. In the Middle Ages, the Greek “obelios” evolved in Europe into thin, crispy wafers baked in decorative iron molds. The molds often had religious symbols, and the baked goods themselves were initially used as communion wafers. Over time, waffles began to appear on city streets as a popular delicacy. During the Renaissance, the name “waffle” appeared, derived from the Dutch word “wafel”, meaning cake or honeycomb. Recipes began to become more elaborate, including spices, wine and leavening agents. The first written waffle recipe appeared in an anonymous manuscript at the end of the 14th century. The 19th century brought a new look to Belgian waffles, which are characterized by deep indentations and a light, fluffy structure. They gained international fame at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York. Today, waffles come in many varieties, from traditional to modern versions with a variety of toppings.