Feed Your Curiosity
Journey with me as we discover the stories behind what we eat.
Southern Comfort Food: A Rich Culinary History of Odds and Ends
Alabama’s mysterious Jubilee to Mississippi’s Kool-Aid pickles and slugburgers, Southern comfort food is full of fascinating stories. Explore traditions, celebrations, and culinary oddities that shaped the South’s food culture.
The Pies We Know as “American” Have Unexpected Origins
Each slice of Thanksgiving pie evokes history, tradition, and shared family memories. Uncover the journey of these beloved holiday treats. From their ancient beginnings to their place on your table, discover the heartwarming story of how they bring generations together.
Why Do We Celebrate with Sweets?
Why do we celebrate with sweets? Discover the intriguing history and cultural meaning behind sugar, from Mexican sugar skulls and Chinese tang yuan to Indian mithai, baklava, and Japanese wagashi.
Connections Hide in Every Historical Bite.
Let’s explore food history, global ingredients, and the ways cultures cook, celebrate, and share food.
Once Peasant Food: How Six Humble Staples Became Trendy
There was a time when peasant food like polenta, oats, or offal wasn't trendy. Today? That polenta is served with black truffles, heirloom beans are a gourmet ingredient, and bone marrow is served on tiny pieces of toast. Let's go on a journey through poverty, migration, tradition, and a wee bit of culinary snobbery.
Sipping and Savouring an Indian Afternoon Tea
Step into the world of Indian Afternoon Tea. A fusion of tradition and taste. Steaming chai, spiced snacks, and sweet treats transforms a British ritual into a uniquely flavorful Indian experience.
What Did Pirates Really Eat?
What did pirates really eat? Not a Hollywood feasts. Life at sea meant hardtack, salted meat, and whatever fresh food a crew could catch, trade for, or steal. Archaeology from Blackbeard’s ship reveals surprising clues about the real pirate pantry.
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. >