Curated Video
The Sweet Science: How Candy is Made
Dive into the delectable world of candy making, where each piece is crafted with a blend of science and art. Discover how simple ingredients like sugar, gelatin, and citric acid are transformed into the chewy, fizzy treats we adore....
Curated Video
The Surprising Origins of Your Favorite Desserts
Weird History Food wants to serve you some delicious Dessert Origins. Desserts around the world have come a long way since they were first made. Dainty versions of well-known desserts stand out in the windows of patisseries, and multiple...
Weird History
Vintage Holiday Food Recipes
The holidays are a time for friends, family, festivities, and food. Lots and lots of food. Before the days of vegan eggnog, gluten-free gingerbread houses, and sugar-free sugar cookies, holiday foods from yesteryear included temptations...
Science360
4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn’t Hear About - Episode 36
High five… and a half, snakehead stroll, designer meat, and capturing the symphony of life Article Titles/Links, Credited Institutions & Directorate: Gimme six! Researchers discover aye-aye’s extra finger...
Curated Video
The History and Making of Jelly Beans
Have you ever made jelly beans? Follow these simple instructions and learn about the history of the candy too!
Curated Video
The History and Making of Marshmallows
Did you know that the original marshmallow was used to treat ailments like cough and sore throat in ancient Egypt? That ancient marshmallow is very different from the fluffy, sweet candy that is popular today. Learn how marshmallows are...
Food Farmer Earth
Bone Broth Revival: Embracing Traditional Nutrition for Modern Health
The video highlights the cultural and nutritional significance of bone broth, a traditional food praised for its nutrient density, including proteins and minerals. It delves into how bone broth has been used historically for food thrift...
Food Farmer Earth
Cake Decorating: Making Fondant Icing from Scratch
This video is from the DVD, Cake Decorating: Fun with Fondant. In this section, cake artisan Robin Hassett (The Dessert Tray https://www.thedesserttray.com/), demonstrates how to make fondant icing from scratch.
Weird History
Here's What Nuclear Families Ate in the Postwar Era
In the years after WWII, Americans became more affluent than they had been in previous generations. Veterans were going to college and buying homes in droves, the population boomed, and cities around the country grew rapidly. ...
Weird History
Victorian Era Foods
What did it mean to eat like a Victorian? There was no single culinary experience in the 19th century. Just like the era itself, Victorian Britons had diverse tastes and habits, and the food they consumed often reflected their ingenuity....
Curated Video
The Nutritional Value of Popcorn
Popcorn is a snack made from a unique type of corn that pops when heated. Its three main components - the endosperm, germ, and pericarp - work together to create that satisfying popping sensation that people love. With its low calorie...
Curated Video
These giant poo sculptures prove 'contemporary art is not s***'
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder but few people are likely to think faecal matter is beautiful or worthy of being the subject of an exhibition. But that’s exactly what visitors at Rotterdam’s Museum Boijmans van Beuningen can see:...