Savor

Although sometimes thin skinned, cucumbers have only rarely lost their cool factor over the millennia. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind this popular su...

7 Mai 202533min

The leaves of this aromatic tree add a complex bright, herbal, earthy spice to all kinds of savory dishes. Anney and Lauren go out on a limb with the botany and history of the curry tree.See omnystudi...

2 Mai 202525min

This wide category of crisp, yeast-forward ales has a murky history. Anney and Lauren dip into that history, plus the science behind saisons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 Mai 202531min

This brand of doughnuts and coffee is famous for its fresh in-shop experience but poised to distribute its treats on a massive scale. Anney and Lauren don’t glaze over the science and history behind K...

25 Apr 202547min

This savory pie with a filling of greens, cheese, and eggs satisfies around Easter -- or any time of year. Anney and Lauren slice into the history and cultures behind torta pascualina.See omnystudio.c...

18 Apr 202526min

This delicious fungus grows on hardwood and can help make biofuel. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of the shiitake.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Apr 202529min

These fish cakes can inspire a lot of nostalgia -- and other strong opinions. Anney and Lauren dip into the science, history, and many forms of gefilte fish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

10 Apr 202533min

This soft, chewy jelly candy ranges from a simple treat to fabulously fancy. Anney and Lauren dig into the sweet science and sticky history of Turkish delight (aka lokum).See omnystudio.com/listener f...

4 Apr 202527min