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Author: Elmira Persaud

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Coming from Sheridan Life Radio, here's a podcast solely based on foods and the various ways they're used in different countries and culture - as well as personal food stories!
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Soup-erb Soups

Soup-erb Soups

2021-10-1521:20

This episode will be focusing a tad bit on the history or origin of soups in general, the main types of soups and their differences. It will also include a few snippets from a friend who will give the rundown on their fav soups!
This episode we're trying some trendy TikTok foods/food combos so that you don't have to! We'll be discussing what makes these combinations work, or if they just aren't quite passing the mark.
Edible Flowers

Edible Flowers

2021-04-2918:05

With Spring time coming soon, what other thing to talk about than flowers! But better yet, edible flowers which sounds more fascinating and can make your food more interesting! Listen to this episode to see what kind of flowers you can have in your desserts and in your tea!
Christmas Cookies

Christmas Cookies

2020-12-1511:56

With the holiday season in swing, listen in while we make some shortbread and sugar cookies! These cookies have the same ingredients, but they're different (weird but true!). Even though Christmas this year is different, cookies are the one thing that can stay the same :)
Candy Corn

Candy Corn

2020-10-3131:17

With Halloween just speeding by this year,  we've decided to take a closer look at the infamous candy corn! What exactly is in candy corn, and how is it made? Well listen to this episode to hear how Annora and I actually make candy corn from scratch!
School Snacks

School Snacks

2020-09-2333:10

School wouldn't be the same if it weren't for all the tasty snacks we had! Even today in college, snacks are top priority. This episode we're discussing some of our favourite school snacks and reliving some of our childhood memories along with them!
In this episode I highlight 3 African American individuals who have made great contributions to the culinary history in the USA - James Hemings, George Washington Carver and Edna Lewis. Tune in to hear more about their journey and also what they have brought to the table!
This episode I talk with Canadian Chef Amanda Hamer of Edible Bliss 11 - an excellent catering and baking business! Being a chef for over 20 years, Chef Amanda has accomplished a lot, and has recently started her own business where she has incorporated her fusion of West Indian, Asian and Canadian cuisine.  Tune in to hear about her journey in becoming a chef and entrepreneur, and her thoughts on culinary fusion!
This episode starts off a series of interviews with chefs in the black community and highlighting their journeys and businesses that are in and around the GTA. This episode I talk with Chef Lissade, owner of Boukan restaurant. Many of these businesses are still up and running during the pandemic so be sure to check them out and try the delicious cuisines!
Jelly Beans

Jelly Beans

2020-06-0132:00

Jelly Beans are so much fun and they're delicious - double threat! If you want know how exactly jelly beans get their flavours and how these flavours taste, listen to this episode, brought to you with a side of taste-testing!
Local Businesses

Local Businesses

2020-05-0410:06

May 2020: As the COVID-19 pandemic is still among us, it's important for communities to support each other. Tune in to this episode to learn more about how you can support local businesses, and for some info on which businesses are still open in Oakville!
Remedies

Remedies

2020-04-2815:00

Check out this episode for some info on foods that are good for the soul or home remedies for when you're feeling under the weather! It's always important to stay healthy!
Valentine's Day Candy

Valentine's Day Candy

2020-02-1222:48

Valentine's Day means food, dinner, love etc. etc. etc. But it also means...Candy! And chocolates! This episode we test out some popular candies around this time of year and let you know our thoughts.
Doughnuts

Doughnuts

2020-01-0829:48

A bread that's fried but it's not a bread...but it is... *insert thinking face* This episode I'm exploring the famous cop food, a Simpson's staple, the OG Timbit - Doughnuts! What are they? Where are they from? And who has the best doughnut?!
So, you're here for part 2! Without further ado, take a listen to what Kat and Rebecca have to say about fall and the Thanksgiving seasons, and stay tuned to hear our spontaneous taste-testing at no other spot than....aha I won't tell. Listen to find out more :D
Tis' the season! But no, not Christmas (yet). Since it's officially "Sweater Weather" (I suppose), it's the time to talk about all things Instagrammy and orange - Fall! Oh and Thanksgiving, one cannot forget the Turkey. Part 1 of this episode/topic will feature my awesome roommates, Ben and Annora, who give their own thoughts on this classic holiday.
Pickles

Pickles

2019-10-1513:23

 When in a pickle, talk about pickles! Cucumbers aren't the only cool dudes in the pickle community, so tune in here to find out what more is there that we can pickle! 
Comfort Foods

Comfort Foods

2019-09-0214:53

This episode is all about the best foods in your books, the ones you can always eat no matter what, or just those that you can stomach when you're under the weather. Either way, take a listen to some interesting comfort foods!
Eggs Part 2

Eggs Part 2

2019-08-1321:09

Some Egg-citing news, it's eggs part 2! Tune into this episode to find out other people's thoughts on eggs and also to hear me fail at making hard boiled eggs. 
Eggs Part 1

Eggs Part 1

2019-08-1329:12

A food that's always there no matter what; when in doubt, make eggs! (especially if you're in a scramble, no pun intended) Listen in on this episode to get a crack at some egg-static dishes that are bound to put you on the good side up. 
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