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Foraging: The Original Grocery Store

What if some of the food around you was hiding in plain sight? In this episode of Yum But Why?, Kinara and Aparna explore the world of foraging, from blackberries, dande

Spilling the Tea on Boba: How Bubble Tea Took Over

Boba isn't just a drink anymore, it's a whole vibe.  In this episode, we explore the surprising history of boba, from its debated origins in 1980s Taiwan to a

Birthday Food Traditions: Cake, Candles, and Seaweed Soup

Where did birthday cake actually come from? Why do we blow out candles and make a wish? And why does a Korean birthday start with a bowl of seaweed soup? In this episode

The Scoop on Ice Cream 🍦

Why does ice cream make your brain freeze? Who first invented frozen desserts? And how did people enjoy icy treats thousands of years ago — even in the desert? In this d

New Year's Food Traditions

New Year's Food Traditions Around the World Ring in the new year with delicious traditions from across the globe! In this episode, we explore why people eat special

The Ultimate Food Trivia Challenge

Get ready to test your food knowledge! In this fun-filled trivia episode, we challenge each other (and YOU!) with four rounds of food facts, myths, and mysteries. 🥕 Roun

Fall Festival Foods

This fall, we are taking you on a delicious journey through:  🪔 Diwali's Festival of Lights & sweet traditions  🎃 Halloween's 2,000-year journey from turnips

Tantalizing Taste Buds

Join us as we dive into the amazing world of taste buds! 🍕🍋🍫 From the five fantastic flavors (sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami) to the truth about spicy foods, sour

Fruit or Vegetable?

Episode 1: Fruit or Vegetable? Let’s Settle the Debate! In the very first episode of Yum But Why, mom and daughter duo dive into a classic food mystery: what really make