Savor

It's the seven-year anniversary of our first episode!?!? In celebration, our excellent producers, Andrew and Dylan, joined us to chat about how we all came together to create the show, and about some of our favorite memories (and meals) from along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This iteration of tasty deep-fried dough bedevils historians as much as it delights fans. Anney and Lauren think the science and history of churros really shaped up in the end.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This sweet syrup adds smooth, fruity flavors to cocktails, coffee, and beyond thanks to the ‘milk’ of almonds (or other nuts/seeds). Anney and Lauren contend with what they’ve wrought in the science and history of orgeat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These mid-sized, milk-producing mammals have been part of human cuisine and culture for millennia. Anney and Lauren are not kidding around about the biology and history of goats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This condiment is a study in contrasts – crunchy-silky, savory-fruity, and varyingly spicy. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and culture(s) of chili crisp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These small, tart fruits love the cold but are extra useful when they’re heated up. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of lingonberries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once again we return to our version of rule by the people: Messages from you, good listeners! In this original script, we’ve got everything from fairy bread to salad fries and capybaras to apple butters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Though her story was almost lost, this accomplished Black American cook and cookbook writer from the 1800s is teaching us new things about the cuisine and culture of her time. Anney and Lauren dig into the rediscovery of Malinda Russell and her recipes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delving into the controversy surrounding the Mai Tai cocktail, the hosts discuss its history, ingredients, and variations. They explore the origins of the cocktail in Tiki bars post-World War II and its evolution to cater to tourist preferences. Also, they uncover the art and science behind cocktail umbrellas in Tiki culture, with humorous anecdotes and social media plans.

This social meal is a tradition in communities across the United States for a couple of dovetailing (fishtailing?) reasons. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and cultures behind the Friday fish fry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.