Sex, Murder and Chocolate
Author Aleksandra Crapanzano uncovers the rich history of chocolate.
An episode of the Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio podcast, hosted by Milk Street Radio, titled "Sex, Murder and Chocolate" was published on December 5, 2025 and runs 51 minutes.
December 5, 2025 ·51m · Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio
Summary
Author Aleksandra Crapanzano uncovers the rich history of chocolate—from black markets to murder in the church, people have stopped at nothing to procure this luxurious ingredient. Plus, record producer David Katznelson plays us some drinking songs; Alex Aïnouz masters the art of stock; and we whip up a Rice Pudding with Caramel Cream and Almond Praline. Get our recipe for Rice Pudding with Caramel Cream and Almond Praline here. Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify
Episode Description
Author Aleksandra Crapanzano uncovers the rich history of chocolate—from black markets to murder in the church, people have stopped at nothing to procure this luxurious ingredient. Plus, record producer David Katznelson plays us some drinking songs; Alex Aïnouz masters the art of stock; and we whip up a Rice Pudding with Caramel Cream and Almond Praline.
Get our recipe for Rice Pudding with Caramel Cream and Almond Praline here.
Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify