Season's Eatings podcast

What do raisins, candied orange peel, figs, and cherries have to do with Christmas? More than you might think. Long before refrigeration and supermarkets, people found ways to capture the sweetness of summer and carry it through the cold winter months. From medieval monasteries and Mediterranean trade routes to Christmas pudding, fruitcake, and mince pies, we're uncovering the surprising history of why summer tastes like Christmas. Website: https://www.seasonseatingspodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasonseatingspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasonseatingspod Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/seasonseatpod.bsky.social Email: [email protected] Youtube: https://youtube.com/@seasonseatings  

Imagine a stew that's rich with toasted walnuts, brightened by the sweet-tart flavour of pomegranates, and slow-cooked until it becomes as dark as polished mahogany. It may sound unusual, but for centuries, this meal has been one of Persia's great celebration dishes, served at weddings, winter feasts, and Christmas tables in Persian Christian homes. It's the story of ancient forests, royal Persian kitchens, poetry, and traditions that have survived for thousands of years. Together, we'll discover why this remarkable stew became a symbol of hospitality, abundance, and the simple joy of gathering around the table with family.  We're exploring the history and origins of fesenjan. Website: https://www.seasonseatingspodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasonseatingspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasonseatingspod Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/seasonseatpod.bsky.social Email: [email protected] Youtube: https://youtube.com/@seasonseatings

What if one of Trinidad's most beloved Christmas foods could tell the story of an entire island? Wrapped in a simple banana leaf, this dessert might look humble at first glance. But hidden inside is a history that stretches back centuries—long before Christmas arrived in the Caribbean. In this episode, we'll uncover the remarkable journey of this sweet cornmeal delicacy, tracing its roots through Indigenous food traditions, the cultural transformations of the colonial Caribbean, and the generations of families who made it a treasured part of the Christmas season. We're exploring the history and origins of paime. Website: https://www.seasonseatingspodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasonseatingspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasonseatingspod Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/seasonseatpod.bsky.social Email: [email protected] Youtube: https://youtube.com/@seasonseatings

How did spices once worth fortunes help shape this regional specialty? Why did a humble sausage become so deeply connected to Christmas? And what can one holiday dish reveal about centuries of life in Belgium? Join us as we uncover the history, culture, and Christmas tradition behind one of Belgium's most fascinating seasonal foods.  We're exploring the history and origins of budin de liege.     Website: https://www.seasonseatingspodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasonseatingspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasonseatingspod Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/seasonseatpod.bsky.social Email: [email protected] Youtube: https://youtube.com/@seasonseatings

While many associate it with New Year's Day across the American South, its roots in Virginia and the broader Tidewater region reveal something deeper: a culinary tradition shaped by movement, adaptation, and cultural resilience.  Its name sounds like a nickname and its ingredients, though simple, are steeped in symbolism.  We're exploring the history and origins of Hoppin' John.   Website: https://www.seasonseatingspodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seasonseatingspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seasonseatingspod Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/seasonseatpod.bsky.social Email: [email protected] Youtube: https://youtube.com/@seasonseatings