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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

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1

The End: A History of Last Meals

2

A History of Sushi (Part 2)

3

A History of Sushi (Part 1)

4

Shiver Me Tastebuds! A Pirate's Life for Food (Part 2)

5

Shiver Me Tastebuds! A Pirate's Life for Food (Part 1)

6

Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 3)

7

Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 2)

8

Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 1)

9

Eat Pray Obey: The Worst Cult Diets in History (Part 2)

10

Eat Pray Obey: The Worst Cult Diets in History (Part 1)

11

New York’s Oyster Obsession

12

The Crispy Legacy of Peking Duck

13

Flavours of the Colosseum: Bread, Blood, and Power in Ancient Rome

14

Baguettes and Bicycles: Vietnam's Bánh Mì

15

Feasts Before the Fall: The Grand Dining Experience on the Hindenburg

16

Bob Marley and the Ital Diet’s Cultural Journey

17

How French Cuisine Took Over the World

18

Luxury from the Deep: How Caviar Became a Status Symbol

19

The Curious Legacy of the Scotch Egg

20

Chop Suey and the Birth of American Chinese Cuisine

21

Pop-Tarts and the Breakfast Revolution of Postwar America

22

Sweet Deception: The Scandal That Shook the Wine World

23

The Earl's Invention That Changed Lunchtime Forever

24

Plov and the Feasts of the Silk Road

25

Marmite: A British Obsession Loved and Hated

26

Caesar Salad's Journey from Tijuana to Global Fame

27

Donuts and the Sweet Story of America's Favourite Treat

28

Goulash: Hungary's National Dish with a Fiery Past

29

Dim Sum: Unveiling the Rituals of an Ancient Cantonese Tradition

30

SPAM: From Wartime Rations to Culinary Icon

31

Turkish Delight: The Sweet Temptation That Led to Betrayal

32

Absinthe: The Green Fairy's Haunting Legacy

33

Ketchup's Journey from Ancient Fish Sauce to Modern Condiment

34

Pancakes: A Timeless Journey Through Sweet and Savoury Traditions

35

Cornish Pasty: A Miner's Comfort

36

Falafel: A Tale of Heritage and Transformation

37

How Haggis Became Scotland's Most Famous and Misunderstood Dish

38

Barbecue: The Ancient Art of Cooking with Fire (Part 2)

39

Barbecue: The Ancient Art of Cooking with Fire (Part 1)

40

Nutella's Sweet and Gloopy Rise to Global Dominance

41

Tempura's Path from Portugal to Japanese Perfection

42

Poutine: Canada's Comfort Food That Divides and Delights

43

Pad Thai and Thailand's National Culinary Revolution

44

Spotted Dick: The Curious Tale of an Old-Fashioned Pudding

45

Pork Pie: A Staple of British Picnics and Pub Lunches - ft WhatWillyCook

46

Casu Marzu: The Cheese That Crosses the Line

47

How the Croissant Became the Breakfast King

48

Stamppot: Dutch Comfort Food Rooted in Tradition

49

Guacamole's Timeless Appeal Across Centuries

50

Medovik: A Sweet Russian Celebration of Honey and Lots of Layers

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