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Anthropology Bites
By Carmen Vega-ReinaEducation
Anthropology Bites episodes
- #31 Apple: Temptation wrapped in skin
Did you know that apples came from Kazakhstan and not the garden of Eden? That and more in this episode dedicated to the healthiest fruit that keeps the doctor away.
23 min - #30 Lettuce: Fresh and tender since the ancient Egypt
In this episode we will remember the history and mention some anecdotes regarding lettuce and its varieties.
20 min - #29 Rooibos, the earthy tea from South Africa
Rooibos is a very special tea, only grown in South Africa. Listen to it's history and some stories.
20 min - #28 Guava: Sweet enough to heal
In this episode we talk about guava as symbol of sweetness, survival, and cultural memory.
24 min - #27 Onions: Tears packed with flavor
My hometown symbol is an onion, honoring a remote agricultural past. Dedicated to Sabadell goes this episode about this flavorful and versatile vegetable.
21 min - #26 Lavender: From the Mediterranean to the world
Did you know that lavender is categorized as food and not just as flower or herb? Listen to this purple episode and you will visualize smelling it's fragrance.
25 min - 28 min
- #24 Marula: Roots, rituals, radiance
You might have heard or use marula oil but there is much more than the beauty aspect of it. Listen to some stories regarding this African tree and travel with me!
24 min - #23 Watermelon: From Pharaohs to Festivals
Summer is here, so what more fresh than watermelon? History and stories of this delicious fruit.
26 min - #22 Argan oil, the elixir of the desert
Stories regarding the mystique Argan, the famous oil from Morocco.
25 min
About Anthropology Bites
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Anthropology Bites is Carmen Vega-Reina’s vibrant podcast where food becomes a portal into culture, memory, and human connection. Each episode explores the history, symbolism, and personal stories…
behind everyday ingredients—from licorice root to shishito peppers—blending anthropology with storytelling in a friendly tone. It’s like sitting at the kitchen table or a coffee shop with a friend who sees the world in flavors and feelings.