Feed Your Curiosity
Journey with me as we discover the stories behind what we eat.
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.
Could GLP-1 Medications Rewrite American Food History?
America spent decades telling us to supersize. Extra fries? Yep! But what happens when millions of people aren't hungry anymore? GLP-1 medications are changing grocery carts, restaurant spending, and possibly the future of American food culture. Could a prescription drug rewrite the history of how we eat?
Connections Hide in Every Historical Bite.
Let’s explore food history, global ingredients, and the ways cultures cook, celebrate, and share food.
5 Indigenous Foods To Be Thankful For (Number 2 Will Surprise You)
The Indigenous Americans have added variety to our diets and prevented mass starvation. These foods sparked economic booms and influenced world politics. Potatoes fueled Europe's Industrial Revolution. Tomatoes created Italian immigrant cuisine in America. Corn subsidies shaped U.S. agricultural policy for a century.
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.
King’s Day Worldwide Celebrations and Hidden Surprises
Who won the prize? Travel the world of King’s Day pastries and traditions to discover jewel-topped Rosca de Reyes, flaky Galette des Rois, and lucky Vasilopita. Discover the playful historical moments that make this Epiphany celebration a beloved cultural feast.
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. >