Stories tagged ‘The History Kitchen’
Join Tori Avey as she explores the story behind the food why we eat what we eat, how the foods of different cultures have evolved, and how yesterdays food can inspire us in the kitchen today.
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StoryThe History of School Lunch
School lunch has evolved quite a bit over the last century. Serving a standard lunch to school children started, in both Europe and the…
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StoryWalt Disney's Family Recipe for Cold Lemon Pie
Try Walt Disney's family recipe for cold lemon pie and learn more about Disney's eating habits from The History Kitchen.
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StoryAmerican Cakes Throughout History
Did you know German chocolate cake...is actually from Massachusetts?
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StoryThomas Jefferson, Asparagus and American Independence
His Virginia plantation at Monticello was a place of horticultural creativity and study.
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StoryWhat Artist Paul Gauguin Ate in Tahiti
Post-Impressionist Artist Paul Gauguin traveled extensively in his beloved Tahiti.
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StoryAudrey Hepburn: Iconic Actress and Home Cook
Did you know the iconic British actress was actually a fan of homemade Italian cooking?
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StoryWhy We Drink Mint Juleps at the Kentucky Derby
The Mint Julep has been the official drink of the Kentucky Derby for almost a century. Nearly 120,000 juleps are sold at Churchill Downs…
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StoryAre There Cancer Fighting Foods?
Food has a huge effect on our overall health, but it can also prevent illness and support healing.
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StoryWhat is the History of Turmeric?
Turmeric is a golden colored, strongly flavored spice that has ancient origins and medicinal value.
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StoryFood of the California Gold Rush
With fewer women in the population, men cooked for themselves with limited options.
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StoryWhat Is the History of Eggnog?
Eggnog is a traditional Christmas beverage, but why do we drink it?
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StoryHistory of Pumpkins and Recipe Round-Up
Pumpkins are believed to have originated in Central America over 7,500 years ago.
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StoryMark Twain: A Little Bill of Fare
Twain's A Tramp Abroad lists foods that Twains character missed fiercely during his European travels. This section is often referred to as…
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StoryDiscover the History of Beets
Beets are most commonly a dark red color, and often a divisive ingredient amongst vegetable eaters.
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StoryHistory in a Jar: The Story of Pickles
Pickles have been around for thousands of years, dating as far back as 2030 BC when cucumbers were pickled in the Tigris Valley.
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StoryJudy Garland and Her Favorite Vegetable Salad
The incomparable actress also had an affinity for one vegetable salad. Learn more about her life from PBS Food.