Presented by: Rocio Carvajal Food history writer, cook and author. Episode 73 This episode explores different aspects of the cultural production of food in traditional indigenous cultures of Mexico, and some of them are related to preparation methods as explored by the“culinary triangle” of raw, cooked and rotten. And other […]
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The history of 5 de Mayo Ep.70
The history of 5 de Mayo 🇲🇽 Presented by: Rocio Carvajal Food history writer, cook and author. Episode 70 This year marks the 159th anniversary of the famous 5 de Mayo battle, but curiously this date means epic Mexican-themed celebrations in the USA, but why? In this epic episode, I […]
Chocolate drinking in colonial Mexico
This post is an excerpt from my ebook: Mexican Chocolate, Stories and recipes of Mexico’s greatest gift to the world. During the establishment of New Spain’s colonial religious communities, the drinking of chocolate was embraced by all the respectable elites. However, the moral and religious questions of indulging in such […]
10 years of listed gastronomic heritage
Presented by: Rocio Carvajal, gastronomy educator, cook and author Episode 66 This episode presents some reflections about the impact of 10 years since Mexican cuisine was inscribed into UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage. I offer a balance of this remarkable event and explore the origin, purpose and uses of […]
Day of the Dead Special ☠️
Presented by: Rocio Carvajal Food history writer, cook and author. Episode 64 Day of the Dead celebrations is a cultural pillar for Mexico’s rituals of memory, conviviality and spirituality. The contagious joy of the vibrant decorations, foods and music, give this celebration transcend languages, borders and beliefs. Discover the origin […]