Feed Your Curiosity
Journey with me as we discover the stories behind what we eat.
The Empanada Was Invented on Four Continents at Once
Empanada, samosa, börek, pasty: four cultures independently invented the same brilliant idea. Here's how dough-wrapped meals conquered the world, one continent at a time.
What’s Behind the Stairs? A Gilded Age Kitchen Story.
At an 1880s Fifth Avenue dinner, opulence was served upstairs while exhaustion reigned downstairs. Meet the chefs, scullery maids, and forgotten workers who ran a Gilded Age kitchen.
Edible Poisonous Foods Hidden in Nature
Can you spot edible poisonous foods? Think about it. From fugu and ackee to kidney beans and wild mushrooms, discover the foods that can be deadly when nature’s toxins are left unchecked.
Connections Hide in Every Historical Bite.
Let’s explore food history, global ingredients, and the ways cultures cook, celebrate, and share food.
The First Food Influencers: Aristocrats and Chefs Who Shaped Taste Before Social Media
Way before social media, aristocrats and cooks were the true food influencers and shaped food trends. Royal courts set culinary standards and influenced elite tastes. Chefs such as Marie-Antoine Carême and Auguste Escoffier became early “celebrity chefs,” codifying French haute cuisine. Their cookbooks acted as the original food content.
From Poland to America: The Bagel Debate
From 17th-century Poland to the great New York vs. Montreal debate. Discover the fascinating history of bagels. A chewy, delicious story that spans centuries
Ancient? Not So Ancient, Ingredients We Still Eat Today
Ancient ingredients like honey, garlic, and barley are still important in today’s kitchens and medicine cabinets. Here’s a look at their history and uses.
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. >