Surprising Food Origins from Ancient Empires

08/11/2024 12 min

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Episode Synopsis

This episode explores the influence of empires throughout history on world cuisines. It identifies popular dishes and drinks, as well as culinary techniques, and examines the direct links between empires and the regions or cultures they impacted. Specific examples include the influence of the French Empire on bourbon production in the United States and the impact of the British Empire on the creation of Tikka Masala in Scotland.