Do you know why we eat turkey at Christmas? Why are they called French fries? Which ancient civilisation prized chocolate so highly they used it as currency? We’re serving up the fascinating stories, flavours, and traditions that makes food the world’s most talked-about subject, one delicious bite at a time.
Food History
Food History
From haggis to hamburgers and caviar to crisps, here’s the inside scoop on the history of your favourite food (and some you've never heard of!)
Food History
From haggis to hamburgers and caviar to crisps, here’s the inside scoop on the history of your favourite food (and some you've never heard of!)
Do you know why we eat turkey at Christmas? Why are they called French fries? Which ancient civilisation prized chocolate so highly they used it as currency? We’re serving up the fascinating stories, flavours, and traditions that makes food the world’s most talked-about subject, one delicious bite at a time.
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The Oil Files: How Cooking Oils Work, Why They Matter, and Where They Came From
Oils are an essential part of cooking, but what are they, where do they come from, and what exactly is a smoke point? Let’s pour over the facts about cooking oil.
Smoke Signals: The History of BBQ, From Pitmasters to Backyards
Think summer, think barbecue, but when did the tradition of cookouts begin? Spoiler, it’s earlier than you think. We’re smoking out the origins of BBQ.
Hollandaise to HP: How Sauces Became the Star of the Show
What are the sources of sauces? From sidekick to superstar, let’s dip into the story of sauce.
The Recipes Time Forgot: The Dishes History Left Behind
From a clanger in Bedfordshire to a pond in Sussex, this is the story of the fabulous foods that are gone but not forgotten.
Bayou to Backroads: The Dishes That Define the Deep South
From gumbo to grits, and fried chicken to fried green tomatoes, here’s the story of the delicious dishes that define the American Deep South.
Roots, Rhythm, and Recipes: A Brief History of Soul Food
It’s one of America’s oldest cuisines, but what is soul food and where does it come from? Let’s dig deep into the roots of soul food.
Stalls, Stories, and Smart Eats: Britain’s Street Food Phenomenon
Street food feels like the hottest trend in British eating, but it's actually one of the oldest. This is the story behind British street food.
Cold Comfort: The Delicious History of Ice Cream
Did Marco Polo bring ice-cream to Europe from China, and did King Charles I have his own personal ice-cream maker? This is the inside scoop on the story of ice cream.
From Tyres to Tables: The Unexpected Story of The Michelin Guide
From two brothers who sold tyres to the world’s most revered culinary award. This is the fascinating journey of the Michelin Guide.
Carving Out A Classic: The Story of the Sunday Roast
The Sunday roast is an absolutely iconic British staple, but when did the tradition start? Tuck into the juicy history of this very British classic.
Hand‑Wrapped Heritage: The Tamales That Tell Mexico’s Story
An icon of Latin American cuisine that dates back thousands of years, but what exactly are tamales? Let’s find out.
Lamb, Loaves, and Legend: The Easter Feast
Easter is a veritable hotbed of foodie traditions, but how did the Easter feast begin, and why does Greek bread have an egg baked into the crust? Let’s find out.