Savor

This dish of marinated, barbecued beef doesn’t necessarily need to be barbecued, and it doesn’t need to be beef. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind bulgogi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This lightly fermented drink is often made tangy-sweet with pineapple skin, core, and fruit. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of tepache.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This sweet syrup is a baker’s friend -- and an industrial byproduct of sugar refinement. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and science of golden syrup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nutrient dense and easy to grow, this leafy green was a culinary staple long before it was labeled a superfood. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren dig into the rich history and savory science of kale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These marine invertebrates have excellent skeletons and delicious gonads. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of eating sea urchin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore the life and impact of French chef Auguste Escoffier, the father of modern cuisine. Learn about his brigade system for kitchen organization, scandalous collaboration with Ritz, and culinary legacy shaping modern techniques and standards.

This tart, crunchy salad ingredient morphs into a soft, sweet (and slightly funky) dessert when it ripens. Anney and Lauren peel back the science and history of papaya.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this category of cuisine, many (many) types of dishes, teas, and establishments may feature – but all add up to a deliciously communal experience. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and culture of dim sum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This spiced beverage is seasoned with bright fruit and served warm – and, like all of the ingredients, the wine can vary (or be optional). Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of mulled wine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ah, the holidays! Because nothing is more merry and bright than a marketing campaign, Anney and Lauren present another season's worth of the weirdest gimmicks and co-brandings that the food & beverage industry has to offer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.