I'm excited to welcome award-winning chef and food writer Amethyst Ganaway onto the pod as we delve into the history and culture of the Gullah Geechee people, descendants of West African slaves in the American South. Chef Amethyst shares the Gullah Geechee’s enduring West African heritage,...

In this episode, Snezhana gives us an inside scoop on Russian holiday traditions, kicking things off with the iconic Olivier salad—a must-have for New Year’s and known abroad as “Russian Salad.” She chats about other holiday favorites like "Herring Under a Fur Coat," a colorful layered salad,...

In this episode, we journey into the heart of Día de los Muertos, Mexico's cherished "Day of the Dead" celebration. This rich cultural tradition honors the spirits of loved ones with beautifully arranged "ofrendas" (altars), colorful marigolds, intricate sugar skulls, and traditional food...