What the Food?
BookmarkMiles, Andy and Dom
What the Food? is a arts podcast hosted by Miles, Andy and Dom. It has 60 episodes, with the latest published July 2025.
Welcome to What the Food?—the podcast that dives into the weird, wild, and fascinating history of food, drinks, and dining cultures around the world. We’re Miles, Andy, and Dom—just three friends with a love for food and a knack for uncovering its untold stories. From surprising food origins to the moments that shaped how we eat, we uncover the strange, unexpected, and often hilarious history behind what ends up on our plates. Join us on our next culinary adventure through time!
arts ·en ·60 episodes
The End: A History of Last Meals
A History of Sushi (Part 2)
A History of Sushi (Part 1)
Shiver Me Tastebuds! A Pirate's Life for Food (Part 2)
Shiver Me Tastebuds! A Pirate's Life for Food (Part 1)
Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 3)
Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 2)
Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 1)
Eat Pray Obey: The Worst Cult Diets in History (Part 2)
Eat Pray Obey: The Worst Cult Diets in History (Part 1)
New York’s Oyster Obsession
The Crispy Legacy of Peking Duck
Flavours of the Colosseum: Bread, Blood, and Power in Ancient Rome
Baguettes and Bicycles: Vietnam's Bánh Mì
Feasts Before the Fall: The Grand Dining Experience on the Hindenburg
Bob Marley and the Ital Diet’s Cultural Journey
How French Cuisine Took Over the World
Luxury from the Deep: How Caviar Became a Status Symbol
The Curious Legacy of the Scotch Egg
Chop Suey and the Birth of American Chinese Cuisine
Pop-Tarts and the Breakfast Revolution of Postwar America
Sweet Deception: The Scandal That Shook the Wine World
The Earl's Invention That Changed Lunchtime Forever
Plov and the Feasts of the Silk Road
Marmite: A British Obsession Loved and Hated
Caesar Salad's Journey from Tijuana to Global Fame
Donuts and the Sweet Story of America's Favourite Treat
Goulash: Hungary's National Dish with a Fiery Past
Dim Sum: Unveiling the Rituals of an Ancient Cantonese Tradition
SPAM: From Wartime Rations to Culinary Icon
Turkish Delight: The Sweet Temptation That Led to Betrayal
Absinthe: The Green Fairy's Haunting Legacy
Ketchup's Journey from Ancient Fish Sauce to Modern Condiment
Pancakes: A Timeless Journey Through Sweet and Savoury Traditions
Cornish Pasty: A Miner's Comfort
Falafel: A Tale of Heritage and Transformation
How Haggis Became Scotland's Most Famous and Misunderstood Dish
Barbecue: The Ancient Art of Cooking with Fire (Part 2)
Barbecue: The Ancient Art of Cooking with Fire (Part 1)
Nutella's Sweet and Gloopy Rise to Global Dominance
Tempura's Path from Portugal to Japanese Perfection
Poutine: Canada's Comfort Food That Divides and Delights
Pad Thai and Thailand's National Culinary Revolution
Spotted Dick: The Curious Tale of an Old-Fashioned Pudding
Pork Pie: A Staple of British Picnics and Pub Lunches - ft WhatWillyCook
Casu Marzu: The Cheese That Crosses the Line
How the Croissant Became the Breakfast King
Stamppot: Dutch Comfort Food Rooted in Tradition
Guacamole's Timeless Appeal Across Centuries
Medovik: A Sweet Russian Celebration of Honey and Lots of Layers
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