What the Food?

In the 10th episode of What The Food?, the boys head stateside to take a closer look at one of America's first-ever recipes: Clam Chowder.  On the surface, clam chowder is a simple and delicious soup that can be found in many restaurants across America. But as we dig into its history, we'll see this comforting dish is responsible for starting a war, being accused of Witchcraft and much, much more....

On this rollercoaster of an episode, we're heading to the nation of South Africa to discover all there is to know about the elusive Bunny Chow! This could be one of the strangest dishes we've covered on the show and the story of its conception is no doubt, one of great importance. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe in your favourite app, leave us a rating, and share it with you...

In the latest episode of What The Food?, the boys take their first step into Asian Food history with the incredibly photogenic Bao. From legendary military leaders to stepping stones made from severed heads, the history of the Bao is as complex as it is fascinating.  Join Miles & Andy as they absolutely butcher pronunciations and discover how the bao has grown from a local delicacy to a worldwide...

Today the boys will be exploring the enigma that is Jellied Eels. One of the most traditional British foods dating back to the 18th century, eels in jelly was (is?!) considered a delicacy by some Brits and to be honest, it's a challenge to understand why. Join Miles & Andy as they try to grip onto the slimy, wriggling story of the questionably edible Jellied Eel! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into one of Europe's favourite pastries: The Strudel.  We explore the pastries Austro-Hungarian roots and how the battle for Europe was one of the key factors that led to the strudel's invention.  From apples to cabbages, it turns out you can roll anything in puff pastry and call it a strudel these days! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe in...

Following on from last episode, Pizza Part II picks right back up where it left off. How did this iconic dish make its way overseas and to the world beyond? How did it become involved in an epic criminal conspiracy? And which misconceptions and false-truths are finally put right? Discover all this in the final episode of our mini-series on the origins of Pizza! No slice is left uncovered...in chee...

In this episode Miles and Andy dive crust first into the delicious world of pizza. In part 1 of our very first 2-part episode, we explore pizza's ancient beginnings and examine just how far down the history rabbit hole pizza takes us.  As self-proclaimed pizza experts, we know our way around a slice or two so you won't want to miss this episode! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscri...

In this episode, Miles and Andy explore the quintessentially British dish, Fish & Chips. Which came first, the fish or the chip? Who did it first, the North or the South of England? Rug Weavers frying fish?  Join us as we take a deep dive into all things chippy tea! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe in your favourite app, leave us a rating, and share it with your mates. Follow...

In this episode Miles and Andy head into the world of french toast! Is it even french? What did Edward III have to do with it? And why do American people eat it like their life depends on it? Join the boys as they find out what this fried, crunchy and fluffy dish has to say for itself. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe in your favourite app, leave us a rating, and share it wit...

Welcome to What the Food?. In our very first episode we take a deep dive into the world of peanut butter.  From Aztec gods to comic strips,  American presidents, and even a peanut society. Come and get nutty with us! If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe in your favourite app, leave us a rating, and share it with your mates. Follow our socials at: https://linktr.ee/WhatTheFoodPodc...