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Eat My GlobeTaking the Biscuit: The History of British BiscuitsIn a battle for the biscuit, Eat My Globe host, Simon Majumdar, takes on the origins of biscuits from ancient Romans, to "Ship Biscuits," which helped British ships to conquer the world, to the arrival of sugar and chocolate in mass distribution, to Britain's passion for biscuits with a cup of "Rosie Lee" tea. This is one of Simon's favorite topics, particularly when there is a Custard Cream biscuit involved. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Patreon...
2025-12-0132 min
Eat My GlobeA National Living Treasure: The History of WagyuOn this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, talks about one of his favorite subjects: Wagyu. He will discuss its origins; its development in Japan in the 17th century when very few people in the country ate meat at all; how it became a national treasure by the 19th century; the many styles of wagyu; the creation of wagyu-crossbreeds; its spread and popularity around the world; various wagyu recipes; and so much more. It is indeed a beefy subject. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter...
2025-06-3033 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with James Beard Award Winning Authors & Chefs, Lois Ellen Frank & Walter WhitewaterOn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, talks to the truly unique duo of James Beard Award Winning Chefs, Lois Ellen Frank, PhD, and Walter Whitewater about their newest book collaboration, "Seed to Plate. Soil to Sky," and another of their great books, "Foods of the Southwest Indian Nations." They will be talking about Native American cuisine and its history from pre-contact to first contact to government issue and finally, to the New Native American Cuisine. They will also discuss their favorite ingredients as well as what they consider to be the "magic...
2025-06-2359 min
Eat My GlobeCinnamon: The History of True Cinnamon & CassiaOn this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be discussing the origins of cinnamon, a spice that is now in most kitchens in the world but was once the most expensive spice on earth. He will discuss the difference between cinnamon and cassia; how a Roman emperor burned a huge amount of cinnamon at the funeral of his wife; how the Silk Road and the Columbian Exchange brought the valuable spice to Europe; how its smell reminds Simon of every American airport; and so much more. It is truly a fascinating history. So...
2025-06-1628 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Author & Smithsonian American History Museum Curator & Project Director, Paula JohnsonOn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be talking to Paula J. Johnson, the Curator and Project Director of The American Food History Project at The Smithsonian National Museum of American History. They will discuss her remarkable book, "Julia Child's Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories and Legacy of an Iconic Space." Julia's kitchen is now on display at the Smithsonian and Paula played an important role in bringing it to the museum. Simon and Paula will also discuss Julia's love of her kitchen; the workings of Julia's kitchen; Julia's love affair with...
2025-06-091h 15
Eat My GlobeA Skewered History: The History of Skewers & KebabsOn this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be looking at the history of skewers. Now this might sound like a subject that doesn't need much thought. You put stuff on a skewer and then put it on a grill. Skewers, however, have so much interesting history. Simon will talk about the difference between "Kebab" and "Kebob"; the skewer's origins in Central Asia; the skewers' role in Homer's epic poem, "The Odessey"; the ancient Roman and Chinese people's affinity towards skewers; the origin of donner kebabs; how Americans love "anything on a stick"; and so...
2025-06-0233 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with TikTok's Condiment ClaireOn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be talking with TikTok phenom Claire Dinhut about her fantastic new book, "The Condiment Book." They will discuss how condiments were used in history to preserve food, like pickling, and how it became part of everyday life. They will also discuss the science of condiments from sweet to salty to umami, and their favorite condiments. She is a big fan of Eat My Globe and certainly earns her title of "Condiment Claire." So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on:
2025-05-261h 05
Eat My GlobeHow Do You Like them Apples?: The History of the AppleOn this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, will be looking at the remarkable history of the apple from its beginning point in the hills of the Tien Shan mountains in Kazakhstan to its ubiquity in cuisines around the world. Along the way we shall see how these apples were spread around the world by the Romans, and by traders through the Silk Road. We shall see how it is related to the Bible, how it inspired Isaac Newton to come up with his theory on the law of gravity, how it relates to the tale...
2025-05-1940 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Celebrated Chef and Author, Eric AdjepongOn this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar, chats with celebrated chef and author, Eric Adjepong, about his new book, "Ghana To the World: Recipes and Stories that Look Forward While Honoring the Past." They will discuss the influence of West African cooking on American cooking, the people who influenced his cooking, dishes that he loves, his multiple shows on the Food Network, where he is already one of the stars of the future, and so much more. Eric is the perfect person to guide us through the history and modern relevance of West African cooking.
2025-05-1259 min
Eat My GlobeThe Layered History of the Onion (And Other Onion Family Members)In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, looks at the story of the humble onion. He will look at how it went from being used in the very first recipe found on clay tablets in Mesopotamia, to its spread throughout the world. He will also discuss how some wild onions, like ramps, are now part of the "foodie" world, to how onions became a rare item in Great Britain during World War II. He will also talk about many other varieties of onions we now have today. It is a fascinating story. So...
2025-01-2036 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Award Winning Author, Stephen Fried on the Impact of Fred Harvey on American FoodIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, talks to Stephen Fried about his book, "Appetite for America: How Visionary Businessman Fred Harvey Built a Railroad Hospitality Empire That Civilized the Wild West." In this book, Stephen Fried talks about Fred Harvey, an Englishman who, in 1876, came to the US with literally nothing in his pocket. Harvey ended up building up America's first brand of dining rooms, created Harvey Hotels, and popularized the Harvey Girls, a well-dressed and well-informed group of servers that ensured guests dined well and be on their trains in 30 minutes. Harvey was...
2025-01-131h 08
Eat My GlobeDelia Smith: The Delia EffectIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be looking at a superstar of the British culinary scene, but whose often more basic measures found her in opposition to some other culinary stars on British TV. Delia Smith has sold more than 21 million books in the UK often appearing in the top sellers every year. She has appeared on countless TV shows dedicated to her style of cooking. She was once described as the "Volvo" of cooking, but the effect she had on the UK in the 80s, 90s, and aughts was so profound that...
2025-01-0620 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Rancho Gordo's Founder & CEO, Steve SandoIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will talk to Steve Sando, who founded and runs the company "Rancho Gordo," a company that promotes and sells a variety of heirloom beans. He is also the author of "The Bean Book," a beautiful and informative book on beans, and is filled with stunning bean recipes. Steve talks about how he got into the business of beans, his very funny first time selling beans at farmers markets, how an encounter with a famous chef helped his bean company a success, and his favorite bean recipes. Simon and...
2024-12-301h 06
Eat My GlobeInterview with Award-Winning Actor, Director & Author, Lou Diamond PhillipsIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, welcomes back actor, director, writer and theatrical performer, Lou Diamond Phillips to the podcast. They will be talking about Lou's superb best-selling new book, "The Tinderbox: Underground Movement"; his upcoming theatrical, movie and TV work; and his favorite food scenes from non-food related movies. They will also talk about Lou's favorite recipes, and his passion for cooking. So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Patreon: https://www...
2024-12-161h 12
Eat My GlobeThe Greatest Of All Time: The History of Lamb, Mutton & Goat MeatIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be looking at the story of lamb (and hogget and mutton). The story of sheep meat is an ancient one. Its earliest use can date back to a Mesopotamian recipe known to archeologists from clay tablets which dates back to 1730 BCE. Today, many people in the U.S.A. consider it to be "to gamey" and is way behind the sales of other proteins such as beef, pork and chicken. It is, however, popular in many other areas such as in Central Asia where it is the...
2024-12-0942 min
Eat My GlobeLeftovers: Interview with Historian & Author, Dr. Eleanor BarnettIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will talk to historian, Dr. Eleanor Barnett, about her wonderful new book, "Leftovers: A History of Food Waste and Preservation." They will discuss the history of food waste from the sixteenth century all the way to the present day; the influence of women who developed food preservation, through the art of refrigeration; the role of pigs, wars, and pandemics in food waste; and so much more. So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe
2024-12-021h 08
Eat My GlobeM.F.K. Fisher: The Founding Mother of the American Food MemoirIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will share the story of MFK Fisher, a wonderful food writer who lived from 1908 to 1992. She was one of the most famous food writers in the U.S. and arguably the person who established the genre of food memoirs. Without her and her books – such as "How to Cook a Wolf," "Serve it Forth," and "An Alphabet for Gourmets" – one could argue that we would not have works like "Kitchen Confidential" or "Eat, Pray, Love." So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on:
2024-11-2526 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Award-Winning Chef, Ming Tsai (Part 2)In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, continues his conversation with his friend and superb chef of East meets West cooking, Ming Tsai. They will discuss their thoughts on Chinese take-out and Chinese American dishes, Ming's five favorite Chinese dishes, and his support of "Family Reach," a charity that supports people with cancer. It's a lively and informative conversation so tune in and don't miss this episode. So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial ...
2024-11-1845 min
Eat My GlobeEating Insects: An Interview with Award-Winning Scholar, The Ohio State University Professor, and Cultural Anthropologist, Jeffrey CohenIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing Distinguished Professor and Cultural Anthropologist at The Ohio State University, Jeffrey Cohen. Simon and Jeffrey will talk about insects and how they might become a useful source of protein for some countries. Of the 8 billion people on earth, almost 2 billion of them have some form of insects in their diet. Indeed, they eat almost 2000 types of insects. Insects are filled with protein, micronutrients and energy. They will also discuss how some of these insects are a delight and have all these elements of...
2024-06-0352 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with the Award-Winning Curator, Islamic Art Specialist & Curator of the "Dining with the Sultan" Exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Linda KomaroffIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be talking to Linda Komaroff, the Curator and Department Head of Art of the Middle East at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. They will discuss LACMA's latest exhibition, "Dining with the Sultan: The Fine Art of Feasting." It is a fascinating conversation that will feature the influence of Islam on so many aspects of foods known in the world today, including coffee, as well as discussing recipes that date as far back as the 9th century. You do not want to miss this. ...
2024-05-2057 min
Eat My GlobeAwesome Sauce: The History of SaucesIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will look at the development of sauces. This will span from the fish sauces of ancient China, and the "Garum " sauce of ancient Greece and Rome, though to the sauces of the Middle Ages and to the "Mother" sauces both of Carême and Escoffier. Along the way he will talk about the "Ketchup," which was originally Chinese and was then made in England using mushrooms, the development of Soy Sauce, the myth about the origins of Chimichurri, and some of his own favorite sauces. The episode might i...
2024-05-0651 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Historian and Award Winning Author, Theresa McCullaIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing one of our favorite interviewees, Theresa McCulla, who talked to us last time about the history of beer. This time, Theresa turns her attention to one of Simon's favorite places to eat on the planet, New Orleans. They will talk about Theresa's book, "Insatiable City," which is about the enslaved New Orleans Black population and the impact that they had toward the stupendous food of NOLA. They will discuss Creole Jambalaya, which has its roots in West African Jollof Rice; how the enslaved were responsible...
2024-04-2952 min
Eat My GlobeThe Menu: The History of the Restaurant & Eating Out In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will look at the history of the restaurant from the ancient times of China and Greece, to how the Thermopolium of Rome used to operate, through the Middle Ages of British taverns, and to how the USA began to develop new ways of serving food, such as "Fast Food" style, "Diners" style, and "Drive In" style. Along the way, he will discuss how the word, "Restaurant," came to be, how there are now over 500,000 of these "Fast Food" restaurants across the world, and the effect of Covid on...
2024-04-2244 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Award-Winning Chef, Multiple Guinness Record Holder, and Thai Cuisine Culinary Ambassador, Jet Tila In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, will be interviewing Chef Jet Tila, a passionate chef of all things Thai cuisine. They will be talking about the origins of Thai food in Thailand as well as the popularity of Thai food throughout the world, where it now ranks as one of the favorite meals of "Dine-In" or "Take Out" cuisines. Chef Jet – who is an Ambassador of Thai Food, a title given to him by the Royal Thai Consulate in Los Angeles – is the perfect person to talk about the history of Thai cuisine. It is a...
2024-04-1555 min
Eat My GlobeLet Them Eat Cake: The History of CakeIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar,delvesinto the history of cake. It is a story that takes us back to the times of the Mesopotamians and the ancient Egyptians, where cakes have been used not just as food for the living but also for the afterlife; through the era of the ancient Greeks and Romans, where "Placenta" cakes abound; through the Middle Ages, the 18th century and the 19th century, when cakes went from being hefty to being whisked and light; and right through to the present day. And, of course, this...
2023-12-1145 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with James Beard Award - Winning Chef and Best - Selling Author, Rocco DiSpiritoIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has an animated conversation with James Beard award-winning chef, best-selling authorand our pal, Rocco DiSpirito, about how Italian American cuisine became ubiquitous in the US. They also chat about their favorite Italian American dishes, as well as their favorite roast potatoes and other dishes. You don't want to miss it. So,make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe ...
2023-11-131h 00
Eat My GlobeInterview with Award - Winning Chef, Ippy AionaIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has a spirited chat with Philip "Ippy" Aiona, who is anaward-winning chef, the youngest finalist onthe hit show "Food Network Star,"and our friend.Simon and Ippy discuss Hawaiian history and, of course, Hawaiian cuisine as shaped by Native Hawaiians and subsequent groups that has since arrived in Hawaii. They also chat about the tragic fires that razed the island of Maui and how people can help those affected. You don't want to miss it. So,make sure to follow along every wee...
2023-10-301h 00
Eat My GlobeThe History of Chicken: The Egg or the HenIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the fascinating history of chicken, which arguably has increased humans' meat consumption in recent memory. It is an animal that originated in Asia, has links to the Tyrannosaurus Rex, and initially spread around the world through cockfighting. The evolution of the chicken –and its egg –from a highly prized ingredient in ancient timesto what we now find as something commonly found in our supermarketsis amazing. Tune in now because you don't want to miss this episode. So,make sure to follow along every week a...
2023-10-2337 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Historian and Award-Winning Author, Professor Ken AlbalaIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, chats with historian and award-winning author, Professor Ken Albala, about the brilliant and fascinating history of gelatin or jello. From its origins in prehistoric times, to its height of popularity in the medieval and Victorian periods, and to its widespread availability in the modern era, jello has taken various spots on the dining table that range from elaborate centerpieces, salads, and, of course, instant pudding. It is a riveting conversation that goes through all aspic of jello. Tune in now. So, make sure to follow along every week and f...
2023-01-0943 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Food Podcast Superstar & Food Anthropologist, Debra FreemanIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, speaks with food podcast superstar and food anthropologist, Debra Freeman, host of the popular podcast, Setting the Table, about five African Americans who left an indelible mark on American food history. From early pit masters, to a presidential chef, to a cookbook author, to a restaurateur, and to a ground breaking TV chef, Simon and Debra have a lively conversation about how these incredible people positively changed Americans’ relationship with food. So, tune in now. So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Ins...
2023-01-021h 04
Eat My GlobeInterview with Food Podcast Superstar & Food Anthropologist, Debra FreemanIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, speaks with food podcast superstar and food anthropologist, Debra Freeman, host of the popular podcast, Setting the Table, about five African Americans who left an indelible mark on American food history. From early pit masters, to a presidential chef, to a cookbook author, to a restaurateur, and to a ground breaking TV chef, Simon and Debra have a lively conversation about how these incredible people positively changed Americans' relationship with food. So, tune in now. So, make sure to follow along every week and f...
2023-01-021h 04
Eat My GlobeInterview with Journalist & Award - Winning Writer, Melissa ThompsonIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, speaks with journalist and award-winning writer, Melissa Thompson, about the delectable cuisine of Jamaica as well as the impact various groups – from the Taino, the Africans, the Chinese, the Indians, the Spanish and more – and historical events – from slavery to colonialism – have had on Jamaica’s wide-ranging cuisine. From Bammy to Escovitch Fried Fish to Patties to Jerk Pork and Chicken and so many more mouth-watering dishes, this conversation will leave you hungry for more. So, tune in now. So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twit...
2022-12-2657 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Journalist & Award - Winning Writer, Melissa ThompsonIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, speaks with journalist and award-winning writer, Melissa Thompson, about the delectable cuisine of Jamaica as well as the impact various groups – from the Taino, the Africans, the Chinese, the Indians, the Spanish and more – and historical events – from slavery to colonialism – have had on Jamaica's wide-ranging cuisine. From Bammy to Escovitch Fried Fish to Patties to Jerk Pork and Chicken and so many more mouth-watering dishes, this conversation will leave you hungry for more. So, tune in now. So, make sure to follow along every wee...
2022-12-2657 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Cool Historian & Filmmaker, Fred HoggeIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has a chill conversation with cool historian and filmmaker, Fred Hogge, about the history of ice from the prehistoric era through the early days of civilization and through the modern era. Along the way, they talk about how humans harvested, transported and stored ice through the ages; how well-known historical figures – like Saladin, the Medicis and George Washington, amongst others – used ice; and how ice cream and gelato developed. And, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. So, tune in now. So, make sure to follow along every week a...
2022-12-121h 19
Eat My GlobeInterview with Cool Historian & Filmmaker, Fred HoggeIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has a chill conversation with cool historian and filmmaker, Fred Hogge, about the history of ice from the prehistoric era through the early days of civilization and through the modern era. Along the way, they talk about how humans harvested, transported and stored ice through the ages; how well-known historical figures – like Saladin, the Medicis and George Washington, amongst others – used ice; and how ice cream and gelato developed. And, that's just the tip of the iceberg. So, tune in now. So, make sure to f...
2022-12-121h 19
Eat My GlobeInterview with World Gourmand & Award Winning TV Host & Author, Andrew ZimmernIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has a lively discussion with award-winning TV Host and Author, Andrew Zimmern, about Andrew’s five favourite restaurants that have a place in history. It’s a conversation that will take them to places where Ernest Hemingway frequented, where parents bought dry-aged salamis to send to their kids fighting overseas during World War II, where the chef steamed chicken in pig’s bladder, and so much more. It's a conversation that will leave you drooling while learning about these historical restaurants. You don’t want to miss it. So, make sur...
2022-11-281h 35
Eat My GlobeInterview with World Gourmand & Award Winning TV Host & Author, Andrew ZimmernIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, has a lively discussion with award-winning TV Host and Author, Andrew Zimmern, about Andrew's five favourite restaurants that have a place in history. It's a conversation that will take them to places where Ernest Hemingway frequented, where parents bought dry-aged salamis to send to their kids fighting overseas during World War II, where the chef steamed chicken in pig's bladder, and so much more. It's a conversation that will leave you drooling while learning about these historical restaurants. You don't want to miss it. So, make...
2022-11-281h 35Eat My GlobeInterview with Award Winning Cookbook Author & Activist, Mimi AyeIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, speaks with award-winning cookbook author and activist, Mimi Aye, about the delicious and varied cuisine from Myanmar/Burma as well as the use of food as an act of political protest. It is an engaging conversation that highlights how food not only nourishes the body but also expands the ways people can communicate their dissatisfaction with the government. You don’t want to miss it. So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage Link...
2022-11-1454 minEat My GlobeInterview with Award Winning Cookbook Author & Activist, Mimi AyeIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, speaks with award-winning cookbook author and activist, Mimi Aye, about the delicious and varied cuisine from Myanmar/Burma as well as the use of food as an act of political protest. It is an engaging conversation that highlights how food not only nourishes the body but also expands the ways people can communicate their dissatisfaction with the government. You don't want to miss it. So, make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe
2022-11-1454 min
Eat My GlobeTwo Great Food Discoveries: Microwave Oven & PasteurizationIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the stories of two of the most important discoveries in food history – that of microwaves and of pasteurization. Both changed the way we eat and the safety of the ingredients that we buy. And, both have really fascinating histories that go back further than you might think. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage ...
2022-06-2741 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Culinary Historian, Food Writer, & James Beard Award Winning Author, Michael W. TwittyIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, enjoys one of the most fascinating conversations he has ever had with a culinary figure. Michael W. Twitty's knowledge of the food world and its history is astonishing, and his way of sharing is inclusive and fun. Here, they talk more about the history of rice, but about so many other things as well. You don't want to miss it. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial
2022-06-201h 07
Eat My GlobeRice, Rice Baby: The History of RiceIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the often very dark history of one of the world's most famous staples, rice. With origins in both Africa and Asia, more than 3.5 billion people in the world eat rice every day. But, how many know that it was one of the drivers of slavery in what would become the United States of America? Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar ...
2022-06-1349 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Host Extraordinaire, Adam RichmanIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares a really fun conversation with one of the most knowledgeable and energetic people in the current culinary field, Adam Richman. As well as discussing his stellar career to date, they also chat about his love of sport, and his new endeavors. It's a great conversation. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://www...
2022-06-061h 15
Eat My GlobeThe History of 2 Great Food Inventions: Sous Vide & Cast IronIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the history of two of his favorite kitchen tools, the Sous Vide and Cast Iron. The former is a more recent invention, while the latter has been around for thousands of years, but his kitchen could not exist without both of them. Tune in to learn about their fascinating origins. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage ...
2022-05-3036 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Cocktail Historian, David WondrichIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares a fascinating conversation with cocktail historian, David Wondrich, author of the remarkable new book, "The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails." As well as sharing his wealth of knowledge across the genre, David also gives us some history of his favorite "unknown" drinks from Asia. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://www.l...
2022-05-231h 10
Eat My GlobeKill Devil: The History of RumIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the history of one of the world's favorite alcoholic drinks, Rum. It is a drink that has its origins in Asia, was named by the British, and at one point, was the most popular drink in what became the United States of America. However, its history is often very dark, with links to piracy and slavery. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar
2022-05-1644 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Legendary Chef Jacques PepinIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar , shares an in - depth conversation with one of the truly great figures in culinary history, Chef Jacques Pé pin . A chef whose career has taken him from being a young man in France, being mentored by an acolyte of Escoffier to his current position as the grandfather to American cuisine. It is a remarkable life story, and provides one of our favorite interviews so far on the podcast! Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast I...
2022-05-091h 02
Eat My GlobeForgotten Ingredients: Silphium and Odd Beasts and BirdsIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar looks at ingredients from history that have either become extinct or have moved from being regular staples in the kitchens of the world to now being forgotten or difficult to find. From silphium, to peacocks, to hippos, to ambergris, join us on our journey through history as we rediscover what our forebears ate. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar
2022-05-0238 min
Eat My GlobeAnd a Partridge in a Pear Tree: The History of Christmas FoodIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, looks at the history of the food that has become so beloved of our Christmas season. If you want to know why we celebrate Christmas on the 25th of December, where mince pies or Christmas pudding originated, or the gargantuan meals of medieval royalty, then this is the episode for you. And, if you ever get into an argument about why turkeys bear that name, or if the first American colonists made Christmas illegal, listening to this episode will give you the upper hand.
2021-12-2045 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of Food Fraud: "There is Death in the Pot"In this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, examines food fraud and food adulteration. Since the beginning of records, we see the constant battle between customers buying food and those who attempt to defraud them. The battle has continued right through history to the present day with the methods of fraud becoming ever more sophisticated. But, the aim is always the same: profit. Make sure totune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com/food-fraud T...
2021-12-1347 min
Eat My GlobeWhy Food Matters – Interview with Distinguished Yale Professor , Paul FreedmanIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, talks to one of our regular guests, the Chester D. Tripp Professor of History at Yale University, Paul Freedman, about his terrific new book,"Why Food Matters." Along the way, they talk about food in feast and famine, its roles in ethnicity and cultural appropriation,its impact on gender, andits relationship to taste and the human need for conviviality. Paul is always a great person to interview, and this is one of our favorites so far. So,make sure to follow along every week...
2021-12-061h 05
Eat My Globe4 Amazing Women in Food TV HistoryIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar looks atthe fabulous life stories of four of the women who helped create thefood television we love so much today. You will, of course, know aboutone of our subjects, Julia Child. But what about her predecessor,Dione Lucas? Or, her U.K. equivalent, Fanny Craddock? Or, LenaRichard, the first African American chef on TV? Check out this greatepisode to find out about them all.So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com/season-7/tv-women
2021-11-2250 min
Eat My GlobeStill Food in a Bowl: The History of Food in ArtIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar looks at the history of food in art from the earliest days of ritual paintings on cave walls, right up to the modern works of artistic greats such as Picasso and Van Gogh. It's an amazing journey that shows just howintertwined food, its preparation and its presentation have been throughout human history. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com/season-7/art Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial
2021-11-1543 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Renowned Actor & Food Enthusiast, Lou Diamond PhillipsIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar chats to legendary star of film, stage and television, Mr. Lou Diamond Phillips, who as well as being one of the most in demand actors in the world, is also an obsessive fan of food and cooking. Simon “challenges” Lou to select five films that can earn a place in the coveted Eat My Globe culinary pantheon. It’s a conversation that will definitely make you hungry. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com/season-7/loudiamondphillips Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebo...
2021-11-0855 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Renowned Actor & Food Enthusiast, Lou Diamond PhillipsIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar chats to legendary star of film, stage and television, Mr. Lou Diamond Phillips, who as well as being one of the most in demand actors in the world, is also an obsessive fan of food and cooking. Simon "challenges" Lou to select five films that can earn a place in the coveted Eat My Globe culinary pantheon. It's a conversation that will definitely make you hungry. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com...
2021-11-0855 min
Eat My GlobeIn a way, it is already a sign that the love of food was already becoming a dangerous obsession.In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar looks at the history of food in cinemafrom the early days of the very first moving pictures, through the days of the silent megastars such as Charlie Chaplin, all the way to the modern movie obsession with "food films" such as "Like Water For Chocolate" and "Big Night." Oh, and if you want to know why popcorn is so popular, in movie theaters, listen right to the end of the show. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook...
2021-11-0145 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Cookbook Author & Chef Extraordinaire: Marcus SamuelssonIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, challenges his Food Network colleague, and revered chef, Marcus Samuelsson, to select 5 people that should join the Eat My Globe Culinary Pantheon. The fascinating selection is made from Marcus' journeys around the world and in search of the roots of African American food. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: https://www.EatMyGlobe.com/marcus-samuelsson Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @E...
2021-07-0547 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of Military RationsIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, examines the ways that countries and rulers have filled the stomach of their armies over the ages. From the galley ships of Alexander the Great to the modern combat rations of the modern American forces. Without a regular supply of food, battles can and have been won and lost, and empires have risen and fallen. So, make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com/military-rations
2021-06-2851 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Cookbook Author and Baker Extraordinaire: Duff GoldmanIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, challenges one of his Food Network pals and legendary baker, Duff Goldman, to name 5 people from baking history who deserved to be raised to the Eat My Globe Culinary pantheon. Inevitably, Duff being Duff and Simon being Simon, they head off on some fun tangents. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com/duff-goldman Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial
2021-06-211h 10
Eat My GlobeInterview with Cookbook Author and Baker Extraordinaire: Duff GoldmanIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, challenges one of his Food Network pals and legendary baker, Duff Goldman, to name 5 people from baking history who deserved to be raised to the Eat My Globe Culinary pantheon. Inevitably, Duff being Duff and Simon being Simon, they head off on some fun tangents. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: www.EatMyGlobe.com/duff-goldman Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-majumdar-2760156 ------------------------------- Producergirl P...
2021-06-211h 10
Eat My GlobeSome Like it Hot: The History of Chili Peppers & Hot SauceIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, looks at the history of hot sauce and their key component, chili. It is a journey that takes us around the world from the Americas, Europe, West Africa, South and Southeast Asia, and back to the Americas. All as people search for something spicy to add to their diets. It's an ingredient that tells us as much about cultural identity as taste. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: www.E...
2021-06-1449 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Renowned Historian & UCLA Department of History Chair, Dr. Carla Pestana, on the Columbian ExchangeIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, discusses the notion formulated by Alfred. W. Crosby, that of "The Columbian Exchange," with Dr. Carla Pestana, the Department Chair of the UCLA Department of History. This movement of goods, people, technology and disease between Europe and the colonized world helped create the world we live in today. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: EatMyGlobe.com/carla-pestana Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe F...
2021-06-0755 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of 2 Great Food Inventions: Silverware & the RefrigeratorIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, looks at the history of not one but two inventions that we very much take for granted today: Silverware and Refrigeration. It would be hard to imagine eating being the same without either of these inventions, but the arrival of both is relatively recent and both provide a fascinating history. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: EatMyGlobe.com/silverware-refrigerator Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe F...
2021-05-3151 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Street Gourmet Expert and James Beard Award Winning Writer, Bill EsparzaIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, challenges James Beard Award winning writer and creator of the Street Gourmet LA website to name 5 people to be elevated to the Eat My Globe Culinary Pantheon. It's an eclectic mix gleaned from Bill's impeccable knowledge of the cuisine of the Americas. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: EatMyGlobe.com/bill-esparza Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar ...
2021-05-241h 07
Eat My GlobeInterview with Renowned Weight Loss Surgeon, Dr. Terry SimpsonIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, discusses the history of diet and weight loss with renowned weight loss surgeon, Dr. Terry Simpson. They discuss some of the weirdest diets he has encountered in his research and the impact of the weight loss trend on gender and aesthetical trends. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Website: https://www.eatmyglobe.com/drterrysimpson Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-majumdar-2760156
2021-05-1054 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of Dieting and Weight Loss: "Gluttony Destroys More Men than the Sword"In this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, looks at the history of a genuinely controversial subject - that of weight loss and dieting. It is a subject that has concerned humans for centuries, both for aesthetic and medical reasons. It is a subject that has revealed gender differences and provided some of the oddest medical claims of all. So,make sure to follow and support us on: Website: https://www.eatmyglobe.com/diet Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe
2021-05-0352 min
Eat My GlobePeace with its Leaves and Joy with its Golden Oil": The History of Olives & Olive OilIn this next episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, examines the remarkable history of an ingredient that is now a staple in almost every household. Olive oil has long been revered, but often as a fuel and for religious purposes as much as for food. This is a fun episode that will show where olives and olive oil first originated and how olive oil has become part of our everyday life. Make sure to tune in, and follow and support us on: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Website: https...
2021-04-2643 min
Eat My Globe4 Women in Food History to RememberIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, turns his attention to four women who may not be the most widely remembered, but whose contribution to food history is incalculable. From a woman without whom we might not have gin, to the author of the first known cookbook by an African American woman. So if you want to know about the origins of distillation, why the author of one of the biggest selling cookbooks of all time died almost penniless, how a recently-discovered cookbook changed what we know about African American cookery, and why...
2020-12-1452 min
Eat My GlobeSpicy: The History of Spices and the Spice TradeIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, turns his attention to the routes between the East and the West that brought spices and other "exotic" ingredients to medieval tables, as he discovers the history of the Spice Roads and the key spices that travelled along them. So if you want to know how spices were first used in the ancient world, why pepper was known as "black gold," and why wars were fought over nutmeg, come and join us on the next episode of Eat My Globe. Join our team here...
2020-12-0753 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with Legendary Bartender, Sother TeagueIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, interviews Sother Teague, legendary mixologist and author of the terrific book, "I'm Just Here for the Drinks." Along the way, Simon challenges Sother to name five people from bar history who may have contributed to food history in a way we might not have thought of. It's a wide-ranging discussion and there are some fun arguments. So don't miss the next episode of Eat My Globe. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @E...
2020-11-301h 09
Eat My Globe5 Things You Didn't Know You Didn't Know Came From Los Angeles (Er, Or Thereabouts)In this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, focuses on his home city, Los Angeles, and shares 5 things you didn't know you didn't know originated in the City of Angels (or thereabouts) – from one of the greatest sandwiches in the world, to a famous cocktail, to a hot sauce that most people believe is made in South East Asia. So if you want to know about the origins of the French Dip, why we need to say "thanks L.A." for the Sriracha Rooster Sauce, and why three poor purchasing decisions led to a fa...
2020-11-1648 min
Eat My GlobeKeep Korma and Curry On: The History of Curry Part II – How Curry Conquered the WorldIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the second in a two-part series on things you didn't know you didn't know about the history of curry. In this episode, Simon looks at how curry began to spread around the world. So if you want to know about the origins of curry goat, the origin of the word "indentured," and why an Indian chef was one of the first celebrity chefs in the United States of America, come and join us on the next episode of Eat My Globe. Make sure...
2020-11-0942 min
Eat My GlobeKeep Korma and Curry On: The History of Curry Part I – From India to the Curry Houses of Great BritainIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares the first in a two-part series on things you didn't know you didn't know about the history of curry. Forged in India, and distributed by the British, curry has formed its own identity outside of the cuisine of its Indian origins. So if you want to know about the origins of your favorite curry recipes, who opened the first Indian restaurant in London, or why the term "Ruby" means curry in Britain, come and join us on the next episode of Eat My Globe.
2020-11-0257 min
Eat My GlobeInterview with the Creator & Host of "Tasting History," Max MillerIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, interviews Max Miller, a fellow food history enthusiast, who has created the excellent YouTube series "Tasting History," which looks at recreating recipes from some well-known (and not so well-known) cookbooks from history. Simon challenges Max to come up with five cookbooks that need to be brought back in to the culinary cookbook pantheon. It's a really fun discussion. So don't miss the next episode of Eat My Globe. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram...
2020-10-261h 01
Eat My GlobePlaice and Thyme: The History of the CookbookIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares things you didn't know you didn't know about the history of the cookbook from the earliest written recipes to the beginning of the 20th century. So, if you want to know what was the first written recipe ever yet discovered, the daily eating habits of Medieval Europe, and about how the writer of one of the biggest selling cookery books of all time died penniless, come and join us on the next episode of Eat My Globe. Make sure to follow along every w...
2020-10-1950 min
Eat My Globe"Not Despised at the Best Tables:" The History of CaviarIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares things you didn't know you didn't know about one of what he calls the "lexicon of luxury." Along with Champagne, truffles, and lobster, caviar has become an ingredient that speaks of indulgence and opulence. However, that was not the case for all of its long and fascinating history. So if you want to know why a Russian Tsar insisted his taxes be paid in caviar, why improvements in shipping made caviar a luxury, and why 19th century American bars used to give away caviar sandwiches f...
2020-10-1243 min
Eat My GlobeI Came, I Saw, I Ate: Dining in the Roman Republic & the Roman EmpireIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares things you didn't know you didn't know about the daily dining habits of the citizens of one of the ancient world's greatest civilizations, Ancient Rome. We might think of the meals of Ancient Rome, being indulgent affairs filled with the finest delicacies from around the known world. And, while that may have been the case for some, it was certainly not the case for all. So, if you want to know what dinner time looked like to a Roman senator, a plebeian, a soldier, a gladiator or...
2020-10-0537 min
Eat My GlobePORK-TA-CULAR: THE HISTORY OF PORKIn this episode our host, Simon Majumdar, shares things you didn't know you didn't know about one of the most consumed proteins in the world, Pork. It is a protein that that has been part of the human diet even before we began to domesticate animals, and it is beloved in certain cuisines. And yet, it is also a protein that is precluded from the diet of people who hold particular religious beliefs. So, if you want to know why pork is so popular and yet so polarizing, come and join us on the next episode of...
2020-05-1141 min
Eat My GlobeAn Interview with Yale Professor and Author Paul Freedman on "American Cuisine and How It Got This Way"In this episode our host, Simon Majumdar, interviews his friend, Yale Professor Paul Freedman about his latest book, "American Cuisine and How it Got This Way." During the interview, they discuss the 200-year development of cuisine in America and how it became the melting pot of ideas that it is today. It's a fun conversation that will change the way you look at the way we eat in the United States. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial ...
2020-05-0440 min
Eat My GlobeThe Slayer of Monsters: The History of GarlicIn this episode our host, Simon Majumdar, shares things you didn't know you didn't know about that most polarising of ingredients, garlic. It is an ingredient that fuelled the building of the pyramids and was later believed to help ward off the plague. And yet, it was also an ingredient whose smell could have you refused entry to ancient temples and received withering words from the great bard, William Shakespeare himself. So come with us and find out the true history of garlic. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @E...
2020-04-2733 min
Eat My GlobeSherry: An Interview with Author and Spirits and Cocktail Expert, Derek BrownSherry is one of our host, Simon Majumdar's, favorite drinks, but it is often misunderstood. In this very special interview episode, Simon shares his passion for these unique wines from Derek Brown, famed bartender and author of the excellent Spirit, Sugar, Waters, Bitters. Derek explains the history and styles of sherry and how you should best pair them with food and incorporate them in cocktails. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar
2020-04-2041 min
Eat My Globe'Come Quickly! I am Drinking the Stars!' The History of ChampagneIn this episode our host, Simon Majumdar, shares things you didn't know you didn't know about one of the world's most truly luxurious indulgences, Champagne. This finest of fine wines has a remarkable history from its humble roots in the monasteries of France, to its present day representation of all that is joyous about eating and drinking. But, not all of the tales you hear about its creation are true. So come with us and find out the true history of Champagne. Make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: T...
2020-04-1342 min
Eat My GlobeAn Interview with Award Winning Filmmaker and Restaurateur, Ken BurnsThe late historian Stephen Ambrose said that "more historians get their history from Ken Burns than any other source." So, you just know that he is going to have an interesting perspective on food history. In this episode, our host Simon Majumdar, adds a big tick to his bucket list and goes to visit Ken Burns in his own restaurant in New Hampshire. There they talk about film making, food history and how the two relate. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe
2019-12-231h 00
Eat My Globe5 Things You Didn't Know You Didn't Know About... TrufflesTruffles are truly one of the great ingredients on any fine dining menu. In this episode, our host, Simon Majumdar shares "five things you didn't know you didn't know about" truffles. This episode includes a look at how this fungus become such a prized ingredient, how it is harvested, and why every food critic loathes truffle oil. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage L...
2019-12-1620 min
Eat My GlobeWhite Gold: The History of SugarIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar delves back into the often dark history of sugar, from the first cultivation of sugar canes to the current development of natural sugar alternatives. It is an history that is in great part responsible for the rapid development of the international slave trade, and one that takes in Indian Kings, Crusaders, a Pope, and a Moravian housewife who cut her finger while chopping sugar. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe F...
2019-12-0241 min
Eat My GlobeAn Interview with Plimoth Plantation Culinary Historians, Kathleen Wall, Kerri Helme, Alex CervenakThe Plimoth Plantation Living Museum is one of New England's most popular tourist attractions, and there is no better place to find out about the living conditions of the early colonists and the Wampanoag tribes they co-habited with. In this episode, our host Simon Majumdar revisits the museum to speak with their culinary historians and members of the Wampanoag community. (FYI - The recording isn't up to our usual standards, thanks for understanding.) So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe F...
2019-11-2557 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of LobsterFrom an ingredient that was once dismissed as "the cockroach of the sea," lobster has now become part of what our host, Simon Majumdar describes as the "lexicon of luxury." But how did this now prized seafood go from being so disparaged to so sought after? How was it used in historical recipes, and how true is it that servants complained that they were forced to eat it too often? Tune in now to find out. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe
2019-11-1124 min
Eat My GlobeAn Interview With Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey Brand Ambassador, John CashmanOn a recent visit to the Republic of Ireland, our host, Simon Majumdar took a bus from Dublin to the town of Kilbeggan to visit its historic distillery and to speak with the Brand Ambassador of Kilbeggan Whiskey, John Cashman. In an interview that was accompanied by some very delicious whiskey, they chatted not only about the unique history of this distillery, but about the joys of Irish whiskey in general. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial
2019-11-0441 min
Eat My GlobeA Wee Dram: 5 Things You Didn't Know You Didn't Know About The History of WhiskyOur host, Simon Majumdar, is a particular fan of the whiskies of Scotland. So much so that he actually spent time on the island of Islay learning how to make it. In this episode, he shares "5 things you didn't know you didn't know about" the finest distilled spirit in the world, including the origins of the name, the differences in styles of Scotch Whisky and some of its most famous drinkers. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial
2019-10-2837 min
Eat My Globe"The Most Important Meal of the Day": The History of Breakfast CerealsListeners might be surprised to know that the thought that "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" is a very recent one. In fact, in history the earliest meal was often seen as a minor one and even a sinful one. In this episode, our host, Simon Majumdar follows the history of breakfast and discovers the origins of breakfast cereals. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar ...
2019-10-2130 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of Coffee: "Queen Among the Beverages of Domestic Life"Our host, Simon Majumdar, may not be able to drink the stuff, but he knows that he is in a minority and that it is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It also has a history as dark, rich and sometimes as bitter as the liquid the ground coffee beans make when mixed with hot water. In this episode, Simon will follow the history of coffee from its origins in Ethiopia to the ubiquitous gourmet coffee stores of today. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter...
2019-10-1439 min
Eat My Globe5 Things You Didn't Know You Didn't Know About... PASTAIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, shares "5 things you didn't know you didn't know" about one of the world's most popular foods -- pasta -- including its origins, the "myth of Marco Polo," how it reached America, and who consumes the most (you may be surprised). So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon...
2019-10-0716 min
Eat My GlobeBeer: An Interview with the Smithsonian's Curator of Brewing History, Theresa McCullaApart from water, beer is arguably the oldest beverage in the world. Its glorious history dates back at least 18,000 years ago and continues through Ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, the American revolution and points in between. In this very special episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, interviews the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History Brewing History Curator Theresa McCulla. Simon and Theresa will discuss the fascinating history of beer. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial
2019-05-1332 min
Eat My Globe"The Holy Libation of Sincerity": The History of BeerIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, explores the glorious history of, arguably, the world's oldest beverage apart from water: beer. The journey starts 18,000 years ago and continues through Ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, the American revolution, and points in between. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-majumdar-2760156 Patreon: https://www.patreon.co...
2019-05-0645 min
Eat My GlobeThe Soul of Cooking: The History of Beef – Part 2In part 2 of this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, continues his exploration of the origins of a main ingredient seen in most restaurants around the world: beef. His journey of tracing the history of beef continues to the New World and how cattle inspired technological inventions not just in the food industry but also in other industries, such as in transportation. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar ...
2019-04-2930 min
Eat My GlobeThe Soul of Cooking: The History of Beef – Part IIn part I of this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, traces the history of beef, a main ingredient seen in most restaurants around the world. It will take him on a journey starting with how cattle first became domesticated and how it started to appear on dining tables of early civilizations. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage Li...
2019-04-2226 min
Eat My GlobeMilk's Leap Towards Immortality: The History of CheeseIn this latest episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, discusses the History of Cheese. He will trace the journey of how this fermented milk product became one of the world's favorite dining staples – from the Neolithic era, to Classical Greece, to the Roman Empire, to the Pilgrims on the Mayflower and to your table. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-majumdar-2760156 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Eat...
2019-04-1534 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of Chocolate: An Interview with UCLA History Professor, Teofilo RuizChocolate has become such an everyday part of our lives that it's hard to believe that it has a long, complicated and often dark history stretching back to the 15th Century. In this special episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, interviews UCLA Department of History Professor Teofilo Ruiz. Simon and Professor Ruiz will discuss some of the impacts that followed the introduction of chocolate to the Old World. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe...
2019-04-0832 min
Eat My GlobeThe History of ChocolateIn this episode of Eat My Globe, our host, Simon Majumdar, takes us on a journey to explore the history of chocolate. Chocolate has become such an everyday part of our lives that it's hard to believe that it has a long, complicated and often dark history stretching back to the 15th Century. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://w...
2019-04-0144 min
Eat My GlobeSimon Majumdar Interviews UCLA Department of History Professor Stephen AronA very special interview of UCLA Department of History Professor Stephen Aron. The interview covers, among others, the UCLA Convivium dinners, the importance of food history, and how the Eat My Globe and UCLA collaboration came about. So make sure to follow along every week and follow us on: Twitter: @EatMyGlobePcast Instagram: @EatMyGlobe Facebook: @EatMyGlobeOfficial Twitter: @SimonMajumdar Instagram: @SimonMajumdar Facebook: @SimonMajumdarPage LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-majumdar-2760156 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EatMyGlobe Pr...
2019-02-1117 min