Mirepoix Taste Buds

Today we bid Melissa adeus! Before she left we had a quick chat about all the good food and adventures ahead. 

Just in time for Oktoberfest we talk PRETZELS! Don't get it twisted, we love all types of this carb-tastic snack, but soft pretzels with beer cheese and a mustard sauce hold a special place in our hearts. You too? Then press play and let's salivate together.

These are so much more than food. Steeped in a deep cultural tradition, folklore, legend, and the magic of the moon goddess, mooncakes are both art and a tie back to family and reunion. 

Check out Netflix's "Over the Moon" which we reference on multiple occasions in this episode. 

Soup season is back! Some of you've probably been enjoying this ingredient without even realizing it. Try making this Japanese soup stock to pack your meals with umami. 

Feeling saucy? This week we dip into the underrated condiment that complements your favorite Southern fried foods.

The name could sound odd but this Southern staple might have you wanting to lick the pot clean. 

Why is Sylvester Graham rolling in his grave over this ooey gooey excuse for flirtation?!? Cozy up around the fire and get your mallows ready because this week we expose the mystery around S'mores. 

This week we give it to you straight and catch up with an old friend Maissah Amin. We talk about culture, faith, and rediscovering what our cities have to offer post-pandemic. 

You've heard of sugar...maybe even brown sugar, but have you heard of jaggery? This non-centrifugal sugar might even have a few health benefits that may surprise you. 

Although what first comes to mind may just be pickled vegetables, this term also refers to a vinegary fish stew popular in Latin America.