What the Food?

What the Food?

By Miles, Andy and DomArtsFood
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What the Food? episodes

  • Guacamole's Timeless Appeal Across Centuries

    In the twelfth episode of What The Food?, the boys cover one of the worlds most Instagrammable foods: Guacamole. A dish that seemingly came out of nowhere one day and conquered the globe in next to no time at all. Well, as we will see, Guac's been around for thousands of years and has a rich, creamy history that includes the Aztecs, Gwyneth Paltrow and clever marketing techniques.


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    1 hr 1 min
  • Medovik: A Sweet Russian Celebration of Honey and Lots of Layers

    In this episode, the boys take their first step into the Russian Empire as they explore the sweet existence of Medovik. Medovik is a layer cake that celebrates the incredible honey those Russian bees are known to produce. The cake itself takes a ridiculously long time to make and has an incredible origin story that involves an Empress and her disdain for all things Russian. So grab your Ushanka, pour yourself a shot of Vodka and join us we explore the history of Medovik.


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    57 min
  • Clam Chowder: A Comforting Seafood Legacy

    In the 10th episode of What The Food?, the boys head stateside to take a closer look at one of America's first-ever recipes: Clam Chowder.  On the surface, clam chowder is a simple and delicious soup that can be found in many restaurants across America. But as we dig into its history, we'll see this comforting dish is responsible for starting a war, being accused of Witchcraft and much, much more...


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    59 min
  • Bread Bowls Born in Apartheid South Africa: The Story of Bunny Chow

    On this rollercoaster of an episode, we're heading to the nation of South Africa to discover all there is to know about the elusive Bunny Chow! This could be one of the strangest dishes we've covered on the show and the story of its conception is no doubt, one of great importance.


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    58 min
  • Bao: The Steamed Buns That Crossed Continents

    In the latest episode of What The Food?, the boys take their first step into Asian Food history with the incredibly photogenic Bao. From legendary military leaders to stepping stones made from severed heads, the history of the Bao is as complex as it is fascinating.  Join Miles & Andy as they absolutely butcher pronunciations and discover how the bao has grown from a local delicacy to a worldwide phenomenon.


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    53 min
  • The Rise and Fall of London's Slimy Delicacy: The Story of Jellied Eels

    Today the boys will be exploring the enigma that is Jellied Eels. One of the most traditional British foods dating back to the 18th century, eels in jelly was (is?!) considered a delicacy by some Brits and to be honest, it's a challenge to understand why. Join Miles & Andy as they try to grip onto the slimy, wriggling story of the questionably edible Jellied Eel!


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    1 hr 1 min
  • Strudel: The Sweet Austrian Symphony of Layers and Tradition

    In this episode, we take a deep dive into one of Europe's favourite pastries: The Strudel.  We explore the pastries Austro-Hungarian roots and how the battle for Europe was one of the key factors that led to the strudel's invention.  From apples to cabbages, it turns out you can roll anything in puff pastry and call it a strudel these days!


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    50 min
  • Pizza: From Simple Origins to Global Sensation (Part 2)

    Following on from last episode, Pizza Part II picks right back up where it left off. How did this iconic dish make its way overseas and to the world beyond? How did it become involved in an epic criminal conspiracy? And which misconceptions and false-truths are finally put right? Discover all this in the final episode of our mini-series on the origins of Pizza! No slice is left uncovered...in cheese...and tomato...and pineapple (if you were dropped as a baby).


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    58 min
  • Pizza: From Simple Origins to Global Sensation (Part 1)

    In this episode Miles and Andy dive crust first into the delicious world of pizza. In part 1 of our very first 2-part episode, we explore pizza's ancient beginnings and examine just how far down the history rabbit hole pizza takes us.  As self-proclaimed pizza experts, we know our way around a slice or two so you won't want to miss this episode!


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    1 hr 8 min
  • Fish & Chips: The Classic Pair That Defined British Cuisine

    In this episode, Miles and Andy explore the quintessentially British dish, Fish & Chips. Which came first, the fish or the chip? Who did it first, the North or the South of England? Rug Weavers frying fish?  Join us as we take a deep dive into all things chippy tea!


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    Theme music: “Celebration” by Alexander Nakarada. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    1 hr 9 min

About What the Food?

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Welcome to What the Food?—the podcast that dives into the weird, wild, and fascinating history of food, drinks, and dining cultures around the world. We’re Miles, Andy, and Dom—just three friends with…