Tamar Haspel, a food columnist at The Washington Post, tackles ten shocking food truths that challenge common beliefs about diet soda, organic produce, and more. Amanda Herbert uncovers the extravagant dining practices of 17th-century chef Robert May, known for his eye-popping presentations. Cheryl Day, an expert in Southern baking, fields questions while sharing baking tips and debunking myths about carbohydrates. Together, they spark a lively exploration of food, history, and culinary creativity.

This week features Lesley Bannatyne, a Halloween expert and author, who shares insights into Victorian-era Halloween celebrations, complete with playful games and traditions. Food writer Alex Beggs explores the intriguing science behind candy-flavored fruits like cotton candy grapes. Dan Pashman compares the joys of full-size versus miniature Halloween treats, while Lynn Clark introduces a delightful German-style winter squash bread. Finally, Cheryl Day addresses baking queries, focusing on cake frosting and fruit substitutions.

Stella Parks, a baking expert and author of BraveTart, joins the discussion along with Peter Gregg, a Vermont maple syrup veteran, and experienced baker Cheryl Day. They debunk common baking myths and share tips on perfecting techniques, emphasizing the importance of ingredient quality. Tune in for stories about maple sugaring traditions, the art of blender cakes, and the sweet linguistics of honey. Cheryl also tackles listener baking queries, making this a delightful blend of knowledge and culinary fun.