We Are What We Ate: A History of Food and Society

From the Archives: The Eternal Mystery of Olive Oil with Alex Boutsikakis & Aikaterini Psimogiannou

In this re-make of the very first episode of "We Are What We Ate", as we dive into the history, industry, and story of olive oil. Join us on a captivating journey through

Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, and Entrepreneurship with Hans Berhuijsen

In this episode, I talk to Hans Berhuijsen, who is the owner of Oil & Vinegar's Utrecht store location in the Netherlands, about olive oil, vinegar, and his experience as

Green Tea vs Matcha: What's the Difference? ft. Rebecca Gildea

Green tea and matcha - they're both green teas, so is there a big difference? In this quick explainer episode, Rebecca Gildea helps demystify the distinction between thes

The Scone Debate: Should Cream or Jam Go First? ft. Rebecca Gildea

In this short episode, I ask Rebecca Gildea (whom you may remember from the tea episode) to give perspective on the classic scone and whether one should put jam or cream

Steeped in History: How Tea Shaped Empires, Trade, and Culture with Rebecca Gildea of the British Tea Museum

On this fascinating episode, acclaimed British Tea Museum founder, Rebecca Gildea, who steeps us in tales of how humble tea leaves fueled rebellions, shaped empires, and

Trailer: How Tea Shaped Empires, Trade, and Culture with Rebecca Gildea

Coming soon to the podcast, we go on an engaging tour through tea's fascinating history and culture - from ancient Chinese dynasties to Elizabethan England to the implica

Kernel of Truth: How Popcorn Became America's Favorite Snack

Think popcorn is just a movie snack? Think again! Popcorn has a rich origin story spanning thousands of years before movie theaters. In this podcast episode, we uncover

Why Are Kinder Surprise Eggs Banned in the USA?

Find out the shocking truth behind the ban on Kinder Surprise eggs in America. This special episode of We Are What We Ate explores how Ferrero's iconic chocolate treats g

Top 5 Vanilla Facts: Surprising Truths of Flavor

Join us as we reveal our top 5 facts about vanilla, bringing you from its exotic origins to your kitchen pantry. Learn about vanilla's captivating pollination story, why

Vanilla: More Than Plain Flavor

Dive into the enchanting world of vanilla in this flavorful episode of "We Are What We Ate". Shattering the stereotype of 'plain vanilla', we unravel the fascinating hist

Top 5 Egg Facts: Yolks, Shells, and Secrets

Join us for a cracking adventure as we break into the world of eggs in this bite-sized episode of "We Are What We Ate". From the surprising variety of shell colors to the

An Egg Story

In this episode of 'We Are What We Ate', we invite you to join us as we traverse the versatile and intriguing world of eggs. Unearth the compelling stories behind one of

Top 5 Olive Oil Facts: A Quick Dip

Get ready for a quick, flavor-packed journey in 'We Are What We Ate' as we reveal the top five fascinating facts about olive oil in just one minute. From its ancient root

Liquid Gold: The Eternal Mystery of Olive Oil with Alex Boutsikakis and Aikaterini Psimogiannou

Join us on a captivating journey through time and deceit as we delve into the enigmatic world of olive oil. In this episode, we unravel the secrets surrounding its ancien