Episodes
Time Period/Region
- 16th Century 15
- 17th Century 16
- 18th Century 18
- 19th Century 61
- 20th Century 75
- Ancient 40
- Australia 1
- Austria 3
- Brazil 1
- British Isles 70
- Canada 1
- Caribbean 1
- Civil War 3
- Eastern Europe 3
- France 26
- Germany 6
- Great Depression 2
- Greece 5
- Hawaii 1
- Huns 1
- Iceland 1
- Italy 12
- Japan 5
- Jewish 2
- Korea 1
- Medieval 36
- Mexico 5
- Mongol Empire 1
- Mughal Empire 1
- New Zealand 1
- North Africa & the Near East 16
- North America 2
- Panama 1
- Renaissance 2
- Rome 27
- Russia 3
- Spain 3
- Sweden 1
- Thailand 1
- The Netherlands 1
- The Philippines 2
- Titanic 9
- United States of America 69
- Viking 4
- WWI 3
- WWII 14
The Noble Origins of Afternoon Tea
The origins of afternoon tea and a 19th century recipe for the classic afternoon tea treat: Victoria sandwich
Byzantine Honey Fritters
These fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, kind of like a Honey Nut Cheerios-flavored tater tot with a little heat from the pepper. Really, really good
Medieval Table Manners
All-important table manners from medieval Europe and a 15th century recipe for tender beef ribs in a sweet and tangy spiced sauce
A History of Ketchup
The history of ketchup from Southeast Asian fermented fish sauce to Heinz marketing marvel, and an 18th century English recipe for white ketchup
The Absinthe Murder
Why absinthe was banned, and a recipe for an absinthe cocktail in the traditional French style
The Day the Viking Age Began
How the Viking Age began with the first raid on the monastery at Lindisfarne, and a recipe for pork tenderloin with berry sauce that uses ingredients and methods available to them at the time
What is Gruel?
The unfortunate tale of gruel’s bad PR, and a surprisingly tasty recipe for 19th century gruel
When Potatoes were Illegal
The uphill battle for the potato to become legal again in France, and a fried potato ball recipe from the French Revolution
How the Wine Glass Got its Shape
The history of wine drinking vessels and a 17th century recipe for a delicious sweet fruited wine
The Ninja Diet of Feudal Japan
Ninja instructions and survival foods from the ninja scrolls, and a recipe for 16th century ninja energy balls
1950's Fish Pudding
The history of ovens and stoves, and a retro recipe for fish pudding that I can’t, in good conscience, recommend
Ancient Greek Breakfast - Teganites
The morning routine of the ancient Greeks, and a 2nd century recipe for Greek pancakes with honey
Victorian Ice Cream & The Queen of Ices
The incredible business acumen of Agnes Bertha Marshall, and a refreshing 19th century cucumber ice cream recipe from one of her books
What is May Day?
The history and traditions of May Day, and a 16th century salad that truly embodies the spirit of the holiday
Anzac Biscuits from World War One
The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps at Gallipoli and two recipes for different versions of Anzac biscuits
Dining First Class on the RMS Titanic
The first class experience aboard the RMS Titanic, and a recipe for dessert that would’ve been a real showstopper for the passengers
Punch Romaine from The RMS Titanic
The cooks aboard the RMS Titanic and a citrusy palate cleanser served at first class meals
The Titanic's Crew Member Experience
The crew aboard the RMS Titanic and recipes for a meal the Victualling Department prepared for that last dinner
Titanic's Second Class Experience
The second class experience aboard the RMS Titanic and a chicken recipe that could’ve been served to them