Category Archives: food

123-Maple Syrup?

When you think of maple syrup you think of a thick, sweet liquid for your pancakes but not much beyond that. Chris and Joe go in depth about this delicious treat from first nation accounts of how to harness the sap to the maple candies and sweeteners that are made from it. The humble maple tree is in the spotlight today!

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123-Maple Syrup?

When you think of maple syrup you think of a thick, sweet liquid for your pancakes but not much beyond that. Chris and Joe go in depth about this delicious treat from first nation accounts of how to harness the sap to the maple candies and sweeteners that are made from it. The humble maple tree is in the spotlight today!

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119-Egg Nog?

For years we have been threatening to record an episode about nog. After years of shooting it down, we have finally decided to give it a go. As it turns out nog had a rich and frothy backstory. So join us to learn everything from George Washington’s personal eggnog recipe to the traditional way a wooden nogging is carved.

 

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119-Egg Nog?

For years we have been threatening to record an episode about nog. After years of shooting it down, we have finally decided to give it a go. As it turns out nog had a rich and frothy backstory. So join us to learn everything from George Washington’s personal eggnog recipe to the traditional way a wooden nogging is carved.

 

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109-Sake?

Sake or sometimes known as rice wine is an ancient and reviled beverage in several Asian cultures. Although more akin to beer in the brewing process, when it comes to flavor it is closer to wine. It can be drank at a variety of temperatures, as well as in cocktails. Through researching and recording this episode Chris and Joe realized that Sake is wholly its own unique alcohol.