Heritage Food Stories Podcast

Spiritual Traditions of the Caribbean and Latin America

The Heritage Food Stories Podcast explores the intersectionality of history, food and culture. Learn the stories behind the food we eat. Learn the history, Embrace the fo

Latin Caribbean Rebellion and the Recipes Left Behind

Rebellion doesn't just live in history books — it lives in our recipes. 🌶️ Heritage Food Stories Podcast: Season 2 Episode 11 - Rebellions in the Latin Caribbean and the

Stories of Resistance in the Dutch Caribbean

Heritage Food Stories Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 10 History and Food Podcast Slave Uprisings and Rebellion in the Dutch Caribbean and the foods that carry their Histo

Stories of Resistance in the British Caribbean

Welcome to Heritage Food Stories - Season 2 - Episode 7 - Stories of Resistance in the British Caribbean I’m your host, Chef Mireille - culinary historian, food educator

Suriname’s Broken Chains: The Story of Emancipation

Welcome to Heritage Food Stories Season 2 Episode 8 - Suriname’s Broken Chains: The Story of EmancipationHeritage Food Stories Podcast explores the intersectionality of f

The African Soul of Carnival: Beyond the Party

Heritage Food Stories Season 2 Episode 7 | The African Roots of Caribbean Carnival: Beyond the PartyMost people think Caribbean Carnival is about rum and costumes. It's a

Why Caribbean Food Tastes Like Asia

Heritage Food Stories - Season 2 - Episode 6 - Why the Caribbean Tastes like AsiaThe Caribbean has always been one of the most ethnically diverse regions on earth — and a

The Lasting Legacy of the Indigenous People of the Caribbean

In this episode, you will learn about the three primary indigenous tribes in the Caribbean - Kalinago, Garifuna and the Taino - and how they have influenced Caribbean cul

How the US Destroyed Haiti's Rice

Heritage Food Stories Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 4 - How the United States Destroyed Haiti's Rice IndustryWhat We Cover in This EpisodeHaiti's rice culture — why rice i

Why Is Haiti Hated So Much?

Haiti was the first free Black nation in the world — and has been paying for it ever since. In this episode of Heritage Food Stories, Chef Mireille goes deep on the hist

Malaysia: Where All of Asia Meets on a Plate

What do Chinese noodles, South Indian flatbread, Portuguese colonial vinegar, and a 600-year-old fusion cuisine born from cross-cultural marriage all have in common? They

How Japanese Colonization Tried to Erase Korean Food

Heritage Food Stories Season 2: Episode 1: How Japanese Colonization Tried to Erase Korean Food Did you know Japan once demonized kimchi? In 1910, Japan colonized Korea

Orthodox Easter: Faith, History & the Feast

Welcome to Heritage Food Stories - Episode 14 - Orthodox Easter: The Great Schism, the Ethiopian Church, and the Food That Brings It All Together Watch this podcast on m

Kashmiri Wedding Wazwan - the History and the Recipes

In this episode, we take you on a journey through the Kashmiri Wazwan, one of the most elaborate and celebrated culinary traditions in South Asia. More than just a meal,

Aruba: The Small Caribbean Island Where the Whole World Meets

Aruba may be famous for its beaches and year-round sunshine, but the true story of the island lies in its people, its history, and the cultural influences that shaped it

The Forgotten History of Indian Indentureship in the Caribbean

Heritage Food Stories Episode 11 explores the forgotten history of Indian indentured labor in the Caribbean and how hundreds of thousands of Indians were brought to the r

Behind St. Patrick’s Day and Irish Immigrants in America

In this episode, we unpack the real history behind St. Patrick’s Day and the journey of Irish immigrants in America. Long before green beer and parades, Irish families fl

The Untold History of the African American Cowboy

In this episode, we explore the often overlooked history of African American cowboys and their role in shaping the American West. While popular culture has long portrayed

The Haitian Revolution’s Hidden Impact on Louisiana

In this episode, we explore the deep and often overlooked connection between Haiti and Louisiana, particularly New Orleans. After the Haitian Revolution, thousands of ref

The West African Roots of Caribbean Green Seasoning

Green seasoning is a staple across Caribbean and Latin American kitchens, known by names like epis, sofrito, and aji criolla. In this episode, we explore how these belove