Why Does Parmesan Taste Like Pineapple? Harold McGee Answers Food's Big Mysteries
Apr 5, 2024
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Food science expert Harold McGee answers intriguing food mysteries like why oysters taste like cucumbers and if there's a raspberry smell. Also, learn about 30-foot longevity noodles and the origins of dishes like Lobster Newburg. Plus, make a delicious pork in Veracruz sauce recipe.
Food science expert Harold McGee answers fascinating questions about taste and smell in food.
Learn about the origins of famous dishes named after notable individuals and their culinary legacies.
Deep dives
Delicious Dishes with a Side of History: Food Named After Famous People
Discover the interesting world of edible eponyms where foods are named after famous individuals like Lobster Newberg, Chicken Tetrazzini, and Peach Melba. Learn the intriguing stories behind these dishes and how they became associated with notable figures.
Louisa Tetrazzini: World-Class Opera Singer and the Pasta Dish
Louisa Tetrazzini, a renowned coloratura soprano, captivated audiences globally with her amazing voice. Though now known for a pasta dish named after her, her legacy as an opera singer shines through her spectacular performances and immense popularity.
Inventive Dishes at Delmonico's: A Culinary Legacy
Explore the culinary creations from Delmonico's, a prestigious New York restaurant known for innovative dishes such as Lobster Newberg, Chicken A La King, and Eggs Benedict. Delve into the history of these iconic dishes and their ties to wealthy patrons and culinary traditions.
Delve into the intriguing tale of Spaghetti Caruso and its purported connection to the renowned tenor, Amrico Caruso. Uncover the myths and realities surrounding this pasta dish named after a famous figure, blending music and culinary folklore.
Food science expert Harold McGee helps us separate food science fact from fiction and explains our most profound questions about taste and smell. Why do oysters taste like cucumbers? Is there such a thing as the smell of raspberries? McGee has the answers! Plus, we learn about 30-foot longevity noodles from Jason Wang, the co-founder of New York’s Xi'an Famous Foods; Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette tell us who lobster Newburg and chicken tetrazzini were named after; and we make pork in Veracruz sauce. (Originally aired Feb. 26, 2021.)
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