What the Food?

By Miles, Andy and Dom

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Episodes: 60

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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!

Episode Date
The End: A History of Last Meals
Jul 29, 2025
A History of Sushi (Part 2)
Jul 08, 2025
A History of Sushi (Part 1)
Jul 01, 2025
Shiver Me Tastebuds! A Pirate's Life for Food (Part 2)
Jun 24, 2025
Shiver Me Tastebuds! A Pirate's Life for Food (Part 1)
Jun 17, 2025
Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 3)
Jun 10, 2025
Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 2)
Jun 03, 2025
Wartime Tables & Tyrants' Tummies (Part 1)
May 27, 2025
Eat Pray Obey: The Worst Cult Diets in History (Part 2)
May 20, 2025
Eat Pray Obey: The Worst Cult Diets in History (Part 1)
May 13, 2025
New York’s Oyster Obsession
Apr 29, 2025
The Crispy Legacy of Peking Duck
Apr 01, 2025
Flavours of the Colosseum: Bread, Blood, and Power in Ancient Rome
Mar 18, 2025
Baguettes and Bicycles: Vietnam's Bánh Mì
Mar 04, 2025
Feasts Before the Fall: The Grand Dining Experience on the Hindenburg
Feb 18, 2025
Bob Marley and the Ital Diet’s Cultural Journey
Feb 04, 2025
How French Cuisine Took Over the World
Jan 21, 2025
Luxury from the Deep: How Caviar Became a Status Symbol
Sep 23, 2024
The Curious Legacy of the Scotch Egg
Sep 09, 2024
Chop Suey and the Birth of American Chinese Cuisine
Aug 26, 2024
Pop-Tarts and the Breakfast Revolution of Postwar America
Aug 12, 2024
Sweet Deception: The Scandal That Shook the Wine World
Jul 29, 2024
The Earl's Invention That Changed Lunchtime Forever
Jul 15, 2024
Plov and the Feasts of the Silk Road
Jul 01, 2024
Marmite: A British Obsession Loved and Hated
Jun 17, 2024
Caesar Salad's Journey from Tijuana to Global Fame
Jun 03, 2024
Donuts and the Sweet Story of America's Favourite Treat
May 20, 2024
Goulash: Hungary's National Dish with a Fiery Past
May 06, 2024
Dim Sum: Unveiling the Rituals of an Ancient Cantonese Tradition
Apr 22, 2024
SPAM: From Wartime Rations to Culinary Icon
Apr 08, 2024
Turkish Delight: The Sweet Temptation That Led to Betrayal
Mar 25, 2024
Absinthe: The Green Fairy's Haunting Legacy
Mar 11, 2024
Ketchup's Journey from Ancient Fish Sauce to Modern Condiment
Feb 26, 2024
Pancakes: A Timeless Journey Through Sweet and Savoury Traditions
Feb 12, 2024
Cornish Pasty: A Miner's Comfort
Jan 29, 2024
Falafel: A Tale of Heritage and Transformation
Jul 27, 2022
How Haggis Became Scotland's Most Famous and Misunderstood Dish
Jul 17, 2022
Barbecue: The Ancient Art of Cooking with Fire (Part 2)
Jul 03, 2022
Barbecue: The Ancient Art of Cooking with Fire (Part 1)
Jun 14, 2022
Nutella's Sweet and Gloopy Rise to Global Dominance
Jun 06, 2022
Tempura's Path from Portugal to Japanese Perfection
Mar 20, 2022
Poutine: Canada's Comfort Food That Divides and Delights
Mar 06, 2022
Pad Thai and Thailand's National Culinary Revolution
Feb 20, 2022
Spotted Dick: The Curious Tale of an Old-Fashioned Pudding
Feb 06, 2022
Pork Pie: A Staple of British Picnics and Pub Lunches - ft WhatWillyCook
Jan 23, 2022
Casu Marzu: The Cheese That Crosses the Line
Jan 09, 2022
How the Croissant Became the Breakfast King
Dec 22, 2021
Stamppot: Dutch Comfort Food Rooted in Tradition
Dec 13, 2021
Guacamole's Timeless Appeal Across Centuries
Nov 29, 2021
Medovik: A Sweet Russian Celebration of Honey and Lots of Layers
Nov 15, 2021
Clam Chowder: A Comforting Seafood Legacy
Nov 01, 2021
Bread Bowls Born in Apartheid South Africa: The Story of Bunny Chow
Oct 18, 2021
Bao: The Steamed Buns That Crossed Continents
Oct 04, 2021
The Rise and Fall of London's Slimy Delicacy: The Story of Jellied Eels
Sep 20, 2021
Strudel: The Sweet Austrian Symphony of Layers and Tradition
Sep 06, 2021
Pizza: From Simple Origins to Global Sensation (Part 2)
Aug 24, 2021
Pizza: From Simple Origins to Global Sensation (Part 1)
Aug 09, 2021
Fish & Chips: The Classic Pair That Defined British Cuisine
Jul 26, 2021
The Delicious History of French Toast
Jul 12, 2021
Peanut Butter and Its Sticky Role in America's Heart
Jun 28, 2021