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Our favorite food stories of 2019
It’s the last show of the year, which it’s time for our annual look back at some of our favorite food stories! From menu psychology, to Salvadoran food, to cooking with scraps, 2019 was a year to remember.
By Evan Kleiman • • 56m ListenIt’s the last show of the year, which it’s time for our annual look back at some of our favorite food stories! From menu psychology, to Salvadoran food, to cooking with scraps, 2019 was a year to remember.
In this episode
5 storiesKeeping Salvadoran food traditions alive in the U.S.
On a brisk, June morning in Silverlake, food writer Karla Vasquez stands in front of a shady backyard table, speaking to an audience of nine. She’s hosting her third Salvadoran cooking workshop. This time, it’s all about quesadilla: a…
Read the story8 minHow restaurant menus influence what we order
To the average diner, it can often seem like restaurateurs have only recently gotten savvy at using tools like social media to get customers in the door. In truth, restaurants have always used psychology to influence diners.
Read the story12 minExploring the culinary depths of the Black Sea
The Black Sea is full of mystery and wonder. Bordered by countries like Turkey, Bulgaria, and the Ukraine, the inland sea sits at the nexus of Asia Minor and Europe. Naturally, it’s a region rich with culture, history, and of course food.
Read the story12 minDon’t toss those food scraps—cook with them
On average, each American produces 133 lbs. of food waste each year while 40% of food in this country goes uneaten. In response, the USDA has set a nationwide goal to cut food waste by half by the year 2030.
Read the story11 minThe Norwegian lunch called “matpakke” is a lesson in simplicity
Sure, the spartan nature of the traditional Norwegian packed lunch might seem boring to the average office worker looking forward to their midday meal.
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