Where in the world did apples first come from? Why do apples float in water? How many apples goes into a glass of apple juice? On this episode of Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry are getting to the core of autumn’s signature fruit: apples! Apple expert or “Pomologist”, Ian Merwin tells us about studying this tasty fruit and apple growers Deva Maas and Eric Schatt share some methods for keeping their trees happy and healthy. Plus, our friend Maile Carpenter, author of Food Network Magazine’s...

What is the most essential kitchen tool? What do you call a vampire who owns a restaurant? Was there ever such a person as John Spaduala? This week on Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry are flipping out over a very useful tool: the spatula! Abe Shaw, from Eating Tools shares some of his expertise and we learn how to make pancakes. Plus, as always, this episode is packed full of fun facts and lots of jokes.

What do kids in Japan have for lunch at school? When in history were school lunches first served? Do you like to have pizza on Fridays? It’s that time of year where kids all around the world are going back to school! No matter what school looks like for you this year, chances are that lunchtime is still an important part of your day. This week on Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry talk to friends all around the world about what their lunches look like now that we’re back in school. School lunch...

What’s big, green, and loaded with essential nutrients? This episode of Time For Lunch is all about Collard Greens. Hannah and Harry learn some special uses of this delicious and nutritious member of the brassica family from our friend, farmer Germaine Jenkins, Chef Todd Richards waxes poetic about dinosaurs and greens, and of course there are lots of fun facts and brand new jokes.

What color is the hottest part of a fire? Who invented s’mores? How long ago did humans start cooking their food? On this episode of Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry are getting toasty by the fire and learning all about how to cook outside. We hear from celebrated chef Francis Mallmann, learn some kid-friendly recipes, jokes, and of course….hear heaps of fun facts.

How many kernels are on an ear of corn? What’s an origin myth? What part of the world did corn originate? This week on Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry learn all about a delicious vegetable that defines summer: corn! With the help of illustrator Luis Garay we learn about the ancient Mayan’s origin myth. The Mayans once ruled much of Central America, which is where corn or maíz, as it’s called in Spanish, was first grown and where it still plays an important role. Plus, chef and corn...

How long have humans been eating cheese? Why does cheese taste better when you eat it with your fingers? Do happy cows make better tasting milk? This week on Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry are exploring the real star of the dairy family; cheese! Expert Liz Thorpe teaches us about the history of cheese (spoiler alert: cheese has been around for a long time) and mother-daughter duo, Heather and Maya Engwall teach us how to get creative with snacktime. Plus we’ve got a new joke for you and...

Can I eat the mushrooms growing on that tree? Which plants from the backyard can I eat? How do the plants teach me about my environment? On this episode of Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry are heading out to the wood (or backyard or park) to gather wild edible plants; also known as foraging! We learn from foraging experts Jeremy Umansky and Maureen Johnson about their wild and wonderful eating habits. Plus, Harry shares a recipe for wild foraged mushrooms, we hear some new jokes, and learn...

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Can a chicken save your life? Which dinosaur can call chickens its closest surviving relatives? On the season two premiere of Time For Lunch we are getting to know our fine feathered friends, chickens! Hannah and Harry learn about the magic of raising chickens from Herbalist, Doula, and Chicken Whisperer Jovan Sage. Plus Jovan’s partner, Chef and Farmer Matthew Raiford shares a tasty recipe, we hear about what chickens like to eat, and of course there...

Can you have a picnic inside? Where is the largest picnic basket? What does summer camp at home look like? For the season finale of Time For Lunch we’re getting comfy on our blankets and having a picnic. In this super silly episode, we’re making the most of summer by gathering our favorite snacks for rambunctious outdoor (or indoor) meal with lots and lots of jokes and some healthy competition. Plus, our friend Maile Carpenter, editor of Food Network Magazine and author of “Food Network...

How many peanuts can you pick up using chopsticks? Where did chopsticks originate? How do you use chopsticks? On this episode of Time For Lunch we’re getting to know one of the most versatile eating tools: chopsticks! Hannah and Harry play a fun stacking game and learn about the proper use of chopsticks from chef and culinary educator, Mara King. Plus, we learn some new jokes and learn lots of fun facts including one about ghosts.

On this episode of Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry get to learn about a very special and almost in-season fruit: cherries! Hannah and Harry hear from Michigan-based Cherry Farmer Ben LaCrosse about the many varieties of cherries he grows. Plus Ben gives listeners some very important advice on how to spend their summer. We’ll also learn about the history of a super cool kitchen tool, learn a new joke, try a tasty French recipe, and so much more.

On this episode of Time For Lunch, we’re delving into the stories behind of one of our very favorite cooking tools: the cast iron pan! Hannah and Harry learn about the process of making these heavy skillets from Isaac Morey or Smithey Ironware in Charleston, South Carolina. Plus, we explore cast iron’s 2,000 year long history, learn a new cornbread recipe, hear some jokes, and much more.

Have you ever brought your lunch to school in a lunchbox? Who was the first cartoon character to appear on a lunchbox? What are lunchboxes called in India? On this episode of Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry are taking it to-go and learning about the tastiest of all accessories: the lunchbox! In previous years, this handy tool was essential for school children, and even adults, to eat their mid-day meal. We’ll speak with Allen Woodall Jr. who runs the Lunchbox Museum in Columbus Georgia,...

What sort of peach looks like a tennis ball? What sort of music do peach trees like? What can you make with a peach pit? On this episode of Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry learn about growing and eating the furriest fruit: peaches! Urban Farmer Germaine Jenkins of Fresh Future Farm in North Charleston, shares an amazing story about how she finally figured out a very fun way of getting her peach trees to bear fruit. Plus, Stephen Rose co-founder of The Peach Truck tells us about his favorite...

Have you ever eaten an insect? What do mealworms taste like? Do you know any songs about worms? On this episode of Time For Lunch we’re doing another episode about insects; but instead of focusing on the bugs that help feed us, we are exploring the world of edible insects. Hannah and Harry learn about raising and eating these creepy-crawly snacks from experts Wendy Lu McGill and David George Gordon (A.K.A. The Bug Chef). Plus, Maile Carpenter, author of Food Network Magazine’s “Big, Fun Kids...

What do you call a bee dance? How many types of bee are native to New York? How do you become a Queen Bee? This episode of Time For Lunch is all about the fabulous bugs who help feed us: pollinators! Hannah and Harry get to know these buzzy friends with the help of bee expert Sarah Kornbluth and urban beekeeper Angie Bilotti. We’ve got jokes, a dance break fit for a queen, a tasty recipe, and much more.

Which vegetable looks like a tiny tree? How long have people been eating broccoli? What’s your cat’s favorite veggie? How much did the heaviest broccoli weigh? One this episode of Time For Lunch Harry and Hannah get up close and personal with one seriously versatile veggie, broccoli! We’ll hear from broccoli farmer Ben Shute of Heart Roots Community Farm and Brooklyn-based chef Eli Sussman shares a simple recipe for his super tasty broccoli salad. Plus jokes, a dance break, lots of fun facts,...

What’s the most fun thing to eat with a fork? What do you call a fork with three tines instead of four? What is the oldest eating tool? On this episode of Time For Lunch we’re spending some time with one of our favorite utensils; the fork! Hannah and Harry learn about the history of forks with author Darra Goldstein and cook up a pot of tasty noodles. Plus, lots of jokes, stories, and much more.

Is boredom a superpower? Do you have to be camping to make a campfire? How do you stay connected with friends when you’re away from school? On this episode of Time For Lunch, we’re going to explore all these questions and more as we ask our friends how to make the most of staying home.

Do vegetables exist? Where did watermelons originally come from? How far can Harry spit a watermelon seed? We’re going to answer these questions and many more in the first episode of Time For Lunch, a show for young eaters, from Heritage Radio Network. Time For Lunch is a place to learn about eating, cooking, enjoying and sometimes playing with your food. Each episode we cover a new subject; taking a close look at one item, or ingredient, that might be found at the lunch table. Hosted by...