What the Food?
Welcome to What the Food?—the history and comedy podcast that dives into the weird, wild, and fascinating history of food, drinks, and dining cultures around the world. We’re Miles, Andy, and Dom—just three friends with a love for food and a knack for uncovering its untold stories. From surprising food origins to the moments that shaped how we eat, we uncover the strange, unexpected, and often hilarious history behind what ends up on our plates. Join us on our next culinary adventure through time!
Podcasting since 2021 • 47 episodes
What the Food?
Latest Episodes
Baguettes and Bicycles: The Saga of Vietnam's Bánh Mì
What’s more than bread, pickles, and pork? A story of resilience, rebellion, and reinvention. In this episode, we trace the journey of the Bánh Mì. From its colonial roots in French-occupied Vietnam to its status as a global street ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:01:32
Feasts Before the Fall: The Grand Dining Experience on the Hindenburg
Step aboard the Hindenburg, where high-altitude dining was once an opulent affair with fine porcelain, crystal glasses, and multi-course feasts—even as disaster loomed... In this episode, we explore the luxurious, meticulously crafted meals ser...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:11:35
Bob Marley and the Ital Diet’s Cultural Journey
Step into the vibrant world of Ital living, where food isn’t just fuel, it’s a spiritual practice, a cultural statement, and an act of resistance! In this episode, we uncover the history of the Ital Diet, born from Rastafarian principles of pur...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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50:37
How French Cuisine Took Over the World
Season 3 is here, and we’re diving into how French cuisine became the gold standard of fine dining!In our new format, we uncover the rich and often outrageous history behind France’s culinary world dominance. From medieval feasts and roy...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:06:40
Luxury from the Deep: How Caviar Became a Status Symbol
Season 2 finale is here and it's time to pop the lid on the world of Caviar! This luxurious delicacy has graced the tables of tsars, aristocrats, and celebrity chefs alike—but how did it go from a humble fish roe to a symbol of opulence and ind...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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