Barbecue. It's as American as mom, apple pie and the 4th of July. Whether it's beef or pork, it's arguably our tastiest way to cook. In this smoke-filled hal... read more
From the ancient Mayans and Aztecs to the chocolatiers of Beverly Hills, chocolate has been one of our favorite foods. In this episode, we trace its growth f... read more
The hamburger is the quintessential American food. From its roots in Europe to its phenomenal growth in the U.S., we explore the colorful history of one of o... read more
A couple of bread, something in between, and you have yourself a sandwich. Named for the Earl of Sandwich, who is said to have "invented" it while playing ca... read more
When you think of the movies you think of popcorn. But its history can be traced back hundreds of thousands of years to prehistoric cave dwellers. Popcorn wa... read more
Who doesn't like ice cream? It's everyone's feel-good food. But few people realize that our passion for ice cream began centuries ago, long before the invent... read more
If you order a bowl of "red" in Texas, don't expect beans. If you order a bowl of chili in Cincinnati, you might get a "three-way". Translation: chili, spagh... read more
They came to America as olykoeks or "oily cakes" and have taken the country - and our stomachs - by storm. They're donuts, fried pieces of dough that have de... read more
It began as a health tonic and boomed into the most popular consumer beverage on the planet. It's cola. We explore the cultural environment in which Coca-Col... read more
Cookies - the ultimate comfort food. America's favorites are chocolate chip, but hundreds of varieties are baked daily in kitchens everywhere. We trace the h... read more
Sweet as pie". This enchanting food is so admired, it has become the measure of all that is delectable. In the Middle Ages, most pies were filled with meat, ... read more
Every year, Americans consume three million tons of pasta - everything from penne to spaghetti to lasagna. All told, there are more than 600 forms served aro... read more
Candy bars. They appeal to our "sweet tooth" and give us instant energy. This sugary industry began in Mom and Pop kitchens over a century ago - and now acco... read more
We find them in coffee shops, corner delis and supermarket shelves. But muffins have been with us for centuries. They first appeared as tea cakes in the 1700... read more