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A Taste of History

Description

Chef Walter Staib is a third-generation restaurateur with more than four decades of culinary experience. In this series, Staib explores America's culinary history, re-creating dishes dating back as far as the nation's birth in the 18th century. The show is taped at historic locations across America, including Monticello (Thomas Jefferson's estate), the historic RittenhouseTown district of Philadelphia and the site where George Washington crossed the Delaware River. Staib discusses the origin of each recipe and its ingredients in order to reveal the history surrounding the dish.

Upcoming Episodes

  • Colonial Cuisine and Historic Hospitality

    Exploring the Moravian garden and 18th-century kitchen house Burnside Plantation in Bethlehem, Pa.; recipes include "to fry beets" and rack of venison. (30 minutes)

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  • Applejack -- The Original Colonial Elixir

    Exploring the rich history of Applejack and apple brandy; discovering their Colonial origins and witnessing the meticulous distillation process at America's oldest distillery. (30 minutes)

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  • Savoring Oaxaca: The Spirit of Mezcal

    Chef Walter Staib travels into the heart of Oaxaca, Mexico, to embark on a journey that uncovers the art of Mezcal making, guided by local experts who reveal the secrets behind the beloved spirit. (30 minutes)

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