Today we are going to talk all about what is the original Krispy Kreme donut? Krispy Kreme always elicits a sort of nostalgia in my life. Growing up I was active in scouts. I participated in countless service projects that
Today’s episode is all about the History of Mustard. I have Barry Levenson on to talk all about the history of this humble condiment. Barry is the curator and owner of the National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wisconsin. You won’t
Today is a disgusting episode just for you. We take a journey through disgusting food from around the world with Andreas Ahrens. He is the director of the Disgusting Food Museum. We have a great conversation about what constitutes a
How much Domino’s pizza can you eat? Today we are going to do a deep dive into the history of this iconic pizza chain. We are going to cover where they got their start and where they are at today.
Have you ever wondered who makes Sunkist soda? Today we are going to discuss the meteoric rise of America’s #1 orange soda. The pandemic has deprived us of so many things. One item that disappeared quickly from store shelves was
Today’s episode is a deep dive into the history of Polly’s Pancake Parlor with Kathie Cote. Kathie is the third generation owner of Polly’s. Polly’s Pancake Parlor got its start in 1938 when Kathie’s grandparents came up with a way
The history of Little Caesars is fascinating. I personally have a lot of great memories with Little Caesars. It was the pizza that was at every birthday party growing up and a college staple. I actually had a roommate once
What are pancakes made of? We’ve all been there before. Sitting in front of a stack of warm, sticky, fluffy pancakes. The ingredients are simple, but have we really stopped to ask, “what are pancakes made of?” Of course, we
Are you a biter, a twister, or a dunker? Today’s show is all about who invented Oreos and how this humble snack became the world’s most popular cookie. Nabisco is responsible for creating the cookie itself. In 1912 they rolled
The history of White Castle is fascinating. White Castle has been around forever! Ok, maybe not forever, but they have been around for a long long time. In fact, White Castle is the nation’s oldest burger chain. You heard that
Have you ever wondered who invented Kool-Aid? We all have pounded some serious Kool-Aid at some point in life. From hair dye to an addition to pickles, Kool-Aid has become more than just another beverage. This drink was invented in
On today’s episode we travel back to North Dakota to visit The Red Pepper. The Red Pepper started back in the 60s and quickly became a Grand Forks institution. Jeff Tellmann comes on the show to talk all about his
Anyone who watches television can testify that there are many food inventions that changed the world, almost. Some of these creations could straight up be leading characters in a fantasy novel. Many of them are so fantastical, that the world
What is a hot brown? On today’s episode, Marc Salmon, with The Brown Hotel, gives us a detailed history of this amazing dish. It is bubbly and delicious! If you are in the Louisville area, you had better make sure
Today’s episode is all about the history of peanut butter. From the ancient Incas to John Kellogg, we are going to do a deep dive into what makes this a truly delicious and American concoction. A Brief History of Peanut
I come from a family that is obsessed with popcorn. We live for that tasty, crunchy and salty snack. When I started researching who invented popcorn, it became apparent. It wasn’t a single person. Many people have placed their stamp
The history of guacamole dates back to the ancient Aztecs. Avocados were first grown in South Central America around 10,000 years ago. The word guacamole is from the Aztec word “ahuacamolli” which means avocado sauce. There are over 400 varieties
On today’s episode I talk about the oldest bar in Wyoming. Miners and Stockmen’s Steakhouse and Spirits is owned and operated by Scott and Christine Harmon. They took the plunge six years ago and moved from Southern California to Hartville,
When we think of Sushi, we naturally think of Japan. However, the history of sushi reaches further than just Japan. In recent years, sushi has become an obsession around the world. Japan has been at the center of this growing
Who doesn’t love Chick-fil-A? Their raging popularity has me convinced that there aren’t many who don’t enjoy their chicken. The history of Chick-fil-A is fascinating. It all starts at a little known restaurant in Fayetteville, GA. Dwarf Grill The history
Engebret Cafe is Oslo’s oldest restaurant. They have a rich and storied history that stretches all the way back to 1857. This is a fantastic restaurant that serves authentic Norwegian cuisine. If you have a craving for some of the
When we look at the history of KFC, you have to discuss Harland David Sanders. Harlan Sanders was born on September 9, 1890 in Henryville Indiana. When he was 6 years old his father died. This left his mother to
Today’s episode is all about who is Fannie Farmer and her contributions to food science. I’m continuing the theme of food science from a couple of episodes back. If you haven’t had a chance to listen, make sure you click
It is that time of year! I couldn’t let this month pass without sharing some awesome December food facts. This week’s episode is going to spread some seriously interesting knowledge you can share under the mistletoe. Here we go! International
On today’s show we dive into the history of Idle Isle Cafe with Travis Porter. He is the owner of Idle Isle Cafe in Brigham City, Utah. This is a small cafe doing things right since 1921. One of their
Thanksgiving is upon us. Some people get excited about the turkey, the potatoes, or other amazing sides, but what about the pie? For me it is all about the pie. My Personal History With Pie I remember getting really excited
This week’s episode is all about Palace Diner in Biddeford, Maine. Palace Diner is the oldest restaurant in Maine, and on today’s show we chat with co-owner Chad Conley about its history and where they are at today. A Brief
The Peacock Alley Restaurant is the oldest operating restaurant in North Dakota. On today’s show we have Peacock Alley’s owner, Dale Zimmerman, on to talk about the history of this awesome restaurant. A Dark Past and A Bright Future Dale
Franks Diner in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is a classic American diner. This wonderful establishment stretches back to the railcar diners of the 1920s. On this episode I talk with Kevin Ervin about the history of this iconic Wisconsin diner. The Three
The oldest restaurant in Idaho has an interesting and colorful history. It also has the coolest name for any restaurant. In beautiful northern Idaho, near Coeur d’Alene, you will find the Snake Pit. On Today’s episode I interview Tom Richards.
The history of Tadich Grill is incredibly interesting. In 1849, three Croatian immigrants made their way to San Francisco, California. They opened a wildly successful coffee tent that served coffee and grilled fish to sailors and dock workers. Over the