A Taste of the Past
Heritage Radio NetworkCulinary historian Linda Pelaccio takes a journey through the history of food. Take a dive into food cultures through history, from ancient Mesopotamia and imperial China to the grazing tables and deli counters of today. Tune in as Linda, along with a guest list of culinary chroniclers and enthusiasts, explores the lively links between food cultures of the present and past.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 411 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureArts | |||
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Marion Nestle, America’s preeminent nutrition and food activist joins Linda to discuss her new book, What to Eat Now, a rewrite of her 2006 groundbreaking book, What to Eat. In those twenty years food in America has undergone a radical change. Ultra-... more
Katie Parla is a Rome-based food and beverage writer, cookbook author, and culinary guide. She is known for her expertise on Italian food culture, having written or edited over 35 books. In her new book Katie has gone even deeper into the history an... more
In this episode Linda talks with Lucinda Scala Quinn about the history of immigrant Italian women who came to America between 1880 and 1924, fleeing the poverty of their southern Italian homes. They cooked the food they knew, often substituting ingre... more
Nigerian food writer and cookbook author Ozoz Sokoh describes the historical foodways and evolution of the cuisine of Nigeria and its regions. From her new book, CHOP CHOP:: Cooking the Food of Nigeria, Ozoz shares descriptions and background of many... more
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This podcast always introduces me to someone new, and I learn so much (and develop a long list of cookbooks to check out from the library) along the way. It’s like sitting down with an old friend—and her guest, to hear them catch up. I love the wholesome accent of the host, and that it’s not hyper edited. Let me just enjoy some quiet time with some culinary friends!
Apple Podcasts5Bee V. Brown
Canadaa year ago - Needs another host
To be fair, I’ve okay listened to the Peruvian episode. But even being one episode in I know I won’t be revisiting. I loved the guest. He had incredible knowledge and sounded very excited to discuss immigrant history and its impact on food. And the host was trying to hurry him along, and redirect him to talk about the food, but his build up was great! I wanted to hear more about the immigrant history. I’m glad he continued with his story and then connected it to food. The host is also very bland... more
Apple Podcasts2Food history lover
United Statesa year ago - Excellent podcast - ignore the crazy 1 stars
This is a wonderful podcast if you’d like food and history. You will learn much. It’s unfortunate that some rather uneducated people have come here to post negative comments because they are obsessed with Gaza and have succumbed to propaganda,
they cannot handle even mention of Israel or anything Jewish. If you don’t like a subject, you can skip it without trashing the entire podcast because you can’t think straight.
Apple Podcasts5unehistoiredeplageUnited States2 years ago - Hamburger America episode
Thankfully the creator of Hamburger America, George Motz, was interesting. Kudos to him. A lack of pre-interview preparation by the “culinary historian” host is obvious. Clearly she didn’t know much about the history of hamburger nor of Hamburger America. A historian should not have to be constantly corrected by the guest. A skillful interviewer she is not. As a first time listener and bit of a foodie, it’s a disservice to the guest and listener.
Apple Podcasts1J T in AZUnited States2 years ago - No more!
Loved this show, looked forward to new episodes. The content was good. (The host’s voice is snobby but it was charming somehow, like nerdy snobby.)
Then they dropped the most recent Zionist episode (March 2024). Unfollowing. Huge disappointment.
Apple Podcasts1Tara PurUnited States2 years ago
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Focusing on culinary history, the content explores food cultures from ancient civilizations to contemporary dining trends. The episodes feature a range of topics such as the evolution of food choices, cultural significance of various cuisines, and the roles women played in shaping culinary traditions. The discussions often involve notable guests who share their expertise on specific food topics, making complex histories relatable and accessible to listeners. This podcast stands out for its combination of historical depth and personal storytelling, offering a rich auditory experience for those interested in the intersections of food, culture, and history.
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Recent guests on A Taste of the Past include:
1. Marion Nestle
2. Katie Parla
3. Lucinda Scala Quinn
4. Ozoz Sokoh
5. Jody Eddy
6. Robert Bradley
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