A Taste of History
Documentary · 2019 · 1 SeasonSubtitles Icon
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Chef Walter Staib travels to historical locations, famous kitchens and exotic markets to bring America’s culinary heritage to life.
S10:E01 - Jam-Asian Fusion
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S10:E01 - Jam-Asian Fusion

26 min
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The lasting influence of the Chinese in Jamaica is explored by Chef Walter Staib in the kitchen and on the street. Unique Asian-Jamaican fusion recipes include janga eggrolls with star fruit relish, and spicy shumai with Thai chili.

S10:E02 - Penn’s Personal Brewery
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S10:E02 - Penn’s Personal Brewery

26 min
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William Penn’s approach to ale making is brought to life at his home, Pennsbury Manor. Recipes include sausage dumplings with a mushroom ale sauce, and roasted potatoes with sausage & sage.

S10:E03 - America's First Penitentiary
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S10:E03 - America's First Penitentiary

26 min
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Chef Walter Staib tours the historic corridors of Philadelphia’s Eastern State Penitentiary. Recipes include white bean & beef stew, and red bean chili.

S10:E04 - Camden & the Controversial Quaker
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S10:E04 - Camden & the Controversial Quaker

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The wealth of New Jersey’s waterfront and the story of Marmaduke Cooper is uncovered by Chef Walter Staib at Pomona Hall. Recipes include stewed pheasant, and fricassee of sweetbreads & veal tongue.

S10:E05 - Salt Cay: The Island That Time Forgot
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S10:E05 - Salt Cay: The Island That Time Forgot

26 min
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Chef Walter Staib travels to Turks and Caicos to explore the historic salt ponds of Salt Cay. He also assists in the preparation a Caribbean queen conch tasting menu with local chefs.

S10:E06 - Southern Fare at Rattle & Snap
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S10:E06 - Southern Fare at Rattle & Snap

26 min
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Chef Walter Staib visits Tennessee and cooks at one of its oldest antebellum estates, Rattle & Snap. Recipes include cream of peanuts, stuffed pork roulade, and braised green beans.

S10:E07 - The Tex-Mex Republic
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S10:E07 - The Tex-Mex Republic

26 min
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Chef Walter Staib teams up Chef Pete Mims to enjoy Laredo’s local food favorites and the interesting history of the short-lived Republic of the Rio Grande. Recipes include puffy chalupas, and beef tenderloin with huitlacoche.

S10:E08 - Washington’s Winter Headquarters
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S10:E08 - Washington’s Winter Headquarters

26 min
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Chef Walter Staib and General George Washington brave the elements to discuss the winter of 1777 at Valley Forge. Recipes include veal kidney mushroom pie, and fried cauliflower.

S10:E09 - Bourbon: The True American Spirit
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S10:E09 - Bourbon: The True American Spirit

26 min
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Oak barrels, spring water and corn take center stage as Chef Walter Staib discovers the history of bourbon in Kentucky. Recipes include pepper-crusted pork tenderloin, and bourbon-glazed apples.

S10:E10 - Little England in the Caribbean
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S10:E10 - Little England in the Caribbean

26 min
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Barbados’ history, cuisine, and folklore are explored by Chef Walter Staib. Recipes with local chefs include Bajan macaroni pie, sea cat, and Bajan souse with pig ear.

S10:E11 - From Kitchen Garden to Table
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S10:E11 - From Kitchen Garden to Table

26 min
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Chef Walter Staib cooks “garden to table” at William Penn’s 17th century home. Recipes include baked stuffed flounder with sorrel & summer squash.

S10:E12 - The Best of St. Lucia
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S10:E12 - The Best of St. Lucia

26 min
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Chef Walter Staib recounts his favorite local dishes and locations from the island of St. Lucia.

S10:E13 - A Look Back on Ten Seasons
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S10:E13 - A Look Back on Ten Seasons

26 min
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A dazzling retrospective of A Taste of History, as told by host and creator, Chef Walter Staib.

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