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The Power of the Praline Feb 11, 2021

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In the New Orleans tradition, these melt-in-your-mouth pecan confections welcome tourists to the French Quarter – and related treats delight in other corners of the world. Anney and Lauren stir up the history and culture of pralines.

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Persimmons of Interest Feb 06, 2021

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These sweet fruits can be shockingly astringent before they’re ripe – and they owe all kinds of amazing properties to that astringency. Anney and Lauren dig into the not at all cut-and-dried science and history of persimmons.

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Dipping into Queso Feb 04, 2021

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This melty, seasoned cheese dip is best known for having physical properties that do not belong to cheese. Anney and Lauren flow with the science and history of chile con queso.

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Saffron: As Good As Gold Feb 01, 2021

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This spice is the most expensive in the world because it’s made from one small part of flowers that bloom only once a year. Anney and Lauren follow the threads of the science and history of saffron.

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The Paella Episode Panned Out Jan 28, 2021

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This comforting dish is a lot more than just rice with stuff – it’s been called the history of Spain in a pan. Anney and Lauren dig into the rich story behind paella.

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The Maligned Lima Bean Jan 23, 2021

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These half-moon legumes go by many names and spark many strong opinions. Anney and Lauren explore the science and history of the lima bean/butterbean.

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Savor Classics: Jelly Doughnuts Jan 20, 2021

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Sufganiyot, pączki, Berliners, bismarcks, or jambusters: Whatever you call 'em, we love jelly doughnuts. Anney and Lauren explore how this treat became a part of holidays around the world.

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The Scrapple of Our Eye Jan 16, 2021

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This breakfast protein isn’t well known outside of the Mid-Atlantic, but not for a lack of enthusiastic press. Anney and Lauren dig into the history, culture, and poetry of scrapple.

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Poppin' Off About Pringles Jan 14, 2021

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These potato-based snack chips are wonders of structural science. Anney and Lauren explore the history and mathematics behind Pringles.

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The Icewine Cometh Jan 09, 2021

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This sweet wine is made from grapes frozen on the vine to produce concentrated flavors. Anney and Lauren explore the decidedly cool science and history of ice wine.

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