
The Glory Days of In-Flight Dining: From Smorgasbord to Baked Alaska
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio
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From Airplane Meals to Vegetable Myths
This chapter examines the decline of airplane food from its once-glamorous past to its current unappetizing reputation, transitioning into an engaging interview with an author discussing the quirky history of vegetables. It highlights fascinating tales about carrots and celery, their purported medicinal properties in ancient cultures, and even the bizarre intersection of nutrition and folklore. The conversation underscores the historical significance of various plants, including their evolution in agriculture and culinary use, while entertaining whimsical anecdotes that blend food and history.
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