Mirepoix Taste Buds

These crook-shaped candies are having their moment, but what is their origin? Why the shape, the flavor, the craze? Let's chat peppermint and debate whether this holiday treat is worth the hype.

Fruitcake is ancient! Give this a listen to find out just how ancient! Often bathed in alcoholic spirits and left to mature for months, these confections have been gifted for centuries. Don't ask us the science, that may be a mystery forever. 

What the heck is the deal with a bakers dozen? Not that we are complaining. After all, who doesn't love an extra baked good? Bumping your bread order up from 12 to 13 wasn't just to delight the customers; there was a much more sinister motivation pulling the strings. Find out why being a medieval baker wasn't all it was cracked up to be.

Can you always spot the real from the fakes? Nowadays plant-based meat substitutes are getting closer to the real deal thanks to advances in food science. This week we talk about a few ways you can replace some of the animal protein in your diet, and embrace Meatless Mondays. 

Moo-sa-ka...Say it with us and then go find the nearest place that has it and give it a try! We promise this twist on an eggplant-like lasagna will be making you want to whip up your own at home.  

In honor of Native American Heritage month in November, we talk about the first peoples to call America home and the challenges colonization has presented for their food systems. Check out our Linktree for amazing organizations to support, chefs to seek out, and information on incredible native food practices.

National Candy Corn Day is October 30th! Get ready to learn how it's made and why this candy was originally called "Chicken Feed". Top down, bottoms up! 

Why do beans make you fart?!? This week we talk about these nutrient-dense powerhouses that have been keeping humans satiated for eons. 

For god sakes, NO HONEY. Well, maybe not yet. But honey isn’t the only thing to steer clear of with your little one. These proud aunties learn all the dos and don'ts when it comes to feeding kids from our very own sister! Join us as we talk pregnancy, breastfeeding and baby friendly foods.

Correction: Emily mentioned the National Dairy Council of America in regards to the “got milk?” campaign that dominated the mid 1990s, but it was actually the California Milk Processor Board and the the American advertising agency Goodby Silverstein & Partners.

Nicole also mentioned Offal meats which quite honestly may be a future Small Bites in the making as Emily was not aware of the term!

Resources for new parents recommended by our guest:

**Our deepest apologies. The initial upload abruptly cut off! If you are looking to pick up where you left off, fast forward to 1:47m to hear what Nicole's final meal would be on death row and how she finds where to eat when she travels! 

This week we are popping off about the tea trend from Taiwan that started to sweep the world in the 1980s. Can you guess which slang word is Chinese for a female body part and is usually featured in this drink?!?