Mastication Nation - a food podcast without the fuss.

It's the most wonderful time of the year....FOR EATING! We dive headfirst into holiday feasts from around the world and throughout history. And along the way we settle some old scores like Turkey vs Beef and what absolutely does NOT belong on a Holiday table (hint: brandy butter.)

Finally we talk about something sweet! Ice cream in all its beautiful glory. What makes it good, what makes it bad, the best, worst, and weirdest - it's all inside episode 009 of Mastication Nation.

Woo boy, was this one a doozy. A huge technical problem in the post production process meant that it's taken hours and hours to put the track together. So apologies for the delay but I hope you agree it's been worth the wait. A fun episode about a sticky, sweet substance that is far more interesting than it's simple appearance belies. LISTEN IN!

We break protocol here and talk about a DRINK! A great drink though, the wonderful Gin. Where does it come from? Did the British invent it? How do you use it? Featuring our very first guest who tells us how to make some classic gin cocktails.

Tiny little balls of deliciousness, these chickpea....or fava...or both (contentious)Middle Eastern staples are hearty, satisfying, delicious, AND interesting. Sounds like the perfect date!

Eggplant, aubergine, brinjal...it goes by many names but it always means delicious. Versatile, dependable, and SUPER interesting, eggplant is full of surprises in Episode 005 of Mastication Nation.

It may seem intimidating at first but Dim Sum is one of the most laid back, inclusive, downright FUN foods in all of Asia. There's something for everyone in these beautiful bite-sized treats...and we explore them all in Episode 4 of Mastication Nation.

What makes a great chili? IS it Mexican? Do beans belong anywhere near it? Is Alex's chili the best in the entire world? All this and more in Episode 003 of Mastication Nation.

What makes a burger? What makes a GREAT burger? Does lettuce have any place on a burger? What's the best burger in the world? All this in more in Episode 002 of Mastication Nation.

Do you like alligators? Do you like testicles? Then do we have a food for you...the avocado! Great for guac, of course, but the humble avocado is so much more than a taco topping. We also discuss whether avocado toast is a great way to start your day or more hipster nonsense.