Feed Your Curiosity
Journey with me as we discover the stories behind what we eat.
One Thousand and One Nights of Hummus
A dish with many traditions! Explore the different flavors of Middle Eastern hummus, from silky Lebanese recipes to warm Turkish variations, with my Syrian-Egyptian family recipe passed down through generations.
The Covered Wagon Diet: They Ate What??
What did pioneers eat on the prairie? It's what you imagined and more. Discover the food traditions of the Great Plains, including the Indigenous knowledge and contributions that helped people survive. Get a taste of pioneer life with a hearty recipe for beans and cornmeal dumplings.
Peeling Back the Onion About Restaurant Dining: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly (& The Stinky)
Have you ever had dinner served before your drinks, been seated next to a sewer grate, or been told a restaurant was closed while diners were still eating inside? Bob has! But restaurant dining is more than a bad night out. Here's a look at what really goes on behind those kitchen doors.
Connections Hide in Every Historical Bite.
Let’s explore food history, global ingredients, and the ways cultures cook, celebrate, and share food.
Food Became Movie Magic Through Foley Sound
You’ve been hearing food in movies your entire life and never noticed. Through Foley sound, celery snaps like bones, and melons become a horror movie. Discover how groceries run in Hollywood sounds.
A History of Christmas Food: From Boar’s Head to Candy Canes
Christmas food didn’t start with turkey and candy canes. Discover the ancient ingredients and historic dishes that shaped the holiday meals we still love today.
Antarctica Dining – What’s on the Menu!
In the harshest place on Earth, food gets creative. Think year-old eggs, Italian pasta, British roasts, and even sushi. The Antarctica dining scene is surprisingly international.
What Stories and Secrets Are Hidden in the Foods We Eat?
Every food has a story. Some may surprise you, some are forgotten, and some reveal how closely our cultures are connected. Come explore them with me.
Let’s begin our adventure here. >