Feed Your Curiosity
Journey with me as we discover the stories behind what we eat.
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.
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.
Food Aphrodisiacs: The Foods of Love
Did ancient cultures believe figs symbolized fertility? Why did chocolate become a romantic food? And why have humans spent thousands of years searching for love through food aphrodisiacs?
Connections Hide in Every Historical Bite.
Let’s explore food history, global ingredients, and the ways cultures cook, celebrate, and share food.
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.
What Is Sumac? The Spice Used by Persians and Native Americans for Centuries
Most people think of sumac as a Middle Eastern spice. Few realize it also grew wild across North America and was used by Native peoples for centuries. The story behind this crimson berry is more surprising than you might expect.
Follow Me Inside a Chinese Banquet: Every Dish Has a Story
Whole fish for abundance, long noodles for a long life. Pull up a chair at a Chinese banquet and let me share the stories behind every course.
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. >