Bringing History To Your Plate
The Knead Feed blog explores the world of food through the eyes of a professional chef. The universal language of food transcends culture, age, and ethnicity and gives us a way to communicate on the most primal level. Let’s bring food to life by looking at the history of specific ingredients, the cultures that use them, and how those ingredients are transformed onto our plates.
I’ve always been fascinated by food and its historical context. There is always a human story behind every dish or ingredient. How was your Quinoa grown? How many hands had to touch it before it reaches our plates? Join The Knead Feed for an in-depth look at where our food originates and the stories that make us human.
The History of Mezcal and Its Tradition Of Life
Mezcal has a smoky flavor and is usually served straight for the drinker to sip on. Agave fields are scattered throughout the area.
Tracking The Mystery Of Maize and Evolution of Corn
The story of corn dates back 10,000 years and is the most prevalent crop in our modern food system. The history of maize across different cultures.
How to Cook Barley: From Stew to Celebrated Brew
Barley is one of the most underrated ancient grains in the culinary repertoire. Let’s look at how to cook barley and its benefits.
Tiki Drinks: From Bootlegging To Cultural Icon
Tiki Drinks began, not on the tropical islands of Polynesia, but in California with a couple of Americans who fell in love with the culture.
The Agricultural Revolution and The Impact on Our Food
For over two and a half million years our ancestors ate from the local areas they roamed, hunted game, fowl and other wild animals. The transition from hunter-gathers to farmers and controlled agriculture starts around 10,000 years ago.
Coral Bleaching and The Dire Consequences
Coral reefs are the ocean’s most diverse and complex ecosystems, supporting 25% of all marine life. They are the backbone of the worlds underwater eco-systems,
How to Make Chicken Parm With Double Crunch
Want to know how to make double crunch chicken parm? Check out the latest recipe with a print ready, step by step guide and video!
The Heritage of Honey
Honey predates human history, so how did humans first learn about honey? it’s safe to say that it was a lesson that had a huge impact.
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