Join us for the exciting conclusion of our series on taste buds as we conduct live taste tests of the final two flavors: sour and umami. In this episode, we chat about the unique characteristics of these tastes, exploring how they complement our culinary experiences. From tangy citrus to savory umami-rich dishes, we'll sample and discuss a variety of flavors to understand their impact on our palates.

Tune in to discover the nuances of sour and umami, and learn how these flavors enhance the enjoyment of food in different cuisines around the world.

Continue the exploration into tastes and flavors with the websites and resources we mentioned in this episode:

• MSG
• Burlap & Barrel’s Umami Blend
• Check out our episode 34 on how to tell if you’re a supertaster
• Fennel + Citrus Salad with Shallots and Capers
• Mount Olive pickle chips
• North Carolina State Fair
• Pickle Treats
• Sandwich stuffer pickles
• Fish sauce
• Vegemite
• The Hamlet (British store in Mt. Kisco, NY)
• Food 52 article on why umami is so hard to describe
• Balsamic vinegar
• Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Balsamic Marinated Pork Tenderloin
• O & Co. Fig Balsamic
• Aged Balsamic Vinegar
• Tomato paste tube
• Chicken Fajitas
• Asafoetida (hing/heeng) powder
• Ashley's Grill seasoning recipe (It's delicious!)

See show notes for this episodes at www.passingtheplate.org/36

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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Last week we talked about being “supertasters,” and now we’re taking it a little further by exploring the 5 different tastes that we experience through our taste buds. Starting with sweet, we explore the world of flavors, with a focus on tasty fruits. From sweet to sour, salty, bitter, and umami, join us as we articulate and analyze each taste.

Get ready for a flavor adventure that will deepen your appreciation for the diverse experiences our taste buds offer.

Explore further with these websites and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Mike’s Hot Honey
• Truffle-infused honey
• Eggplant and Manchego grilled cheese sandwiches
• Pretzel snaps
• Pretzel rods
• Sourdough pretzels
• Pretzel twists
• Battery-operated pepper/salt grinder
• Ghirardelli Intense 72% dark chocolate
• Nespresso machine
• Garlicky broccoli rabe recipe
• More information about taste buds from Cleveland Clinic
• Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast
• Ancestry DNA
• MyHeritageDNA

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/35

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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How sensitive are your taste buds? In this episode, we’ll be doing a live experiment to see if we qualify as “Supertasters.” We discovered an at-home experiment to test for supertasting abilities and thought it would make for a fun and engaging podcast episode. Join us as we explore the science behind taste sensitivity, conduct the experiment live, and share our results.

Tune in to find out if you, too, might be a supertaster and learn more about how taste buds can impact your flavor experiences.

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/34

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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Spice blends are a great way to add a little boost of flavor to your home cooking. In this episode, we’ll be talking about how you can ditch the store-bought blends and make your own! Discover the art of creating custom spice mixes tailored to your taste, learn the benefits of homemade blends, and get inspired with recipes and tips to elevate your culinary creations.

Tune in to explore the world of DIY spice blends and enhance your cooking with fresh, personalized flavors.

Find the links to all the websites and resources mentioned in today’s episode:

• Listen to Episode 06, Bringing New Traditions to hear about Lisa’s family’s favorite cereal mix snack!
• Lisa’s Favorite Cereal Mix – This is a close version of Lisa’s family’s cereal mix recipe.
• Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
• Old El Paso Taco Seasoning Packets
• Old El Paso Taco Seasoning Canister
• Homemade Fajita Seasoning Recipe
• Homemade Grill Seasoning Recipe
• Dry Brine Seasoning Blend for Poultry
• Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/33

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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Pancakes are one of those dishes that brings a smile to your face. In today's episode, we're taking a look at this favorite breakfast staple. From Sunday mornings filled with experimental recipes like sourdough and buckwheat pancakes to childhood memories of tiny Hungry Jack pancakes, we explore the many ways we experienced pancakes in our lives.

We also look at how different cultures around the world have their own unique versions of pancakes, often tracing back to the early milling of grains and resembling flatbreads. Join us as we celebrate pancakes and share tips and recipes to make your own perfect stack.

Explore more delicious pancake inspiration with these links and resources mentioned in this episode.

• Dollywood
• Gatlinburg, TN
• Our Favorite Buttermilk Pancakes
• Birthday Cake Confetti Pancakes with Sprinkles
• Gingerbread Pancakes with Peppermint Whipped Cream
• Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies
• Kodiak pancake mix
• Crepe Making Tutorial
• Electric crepe maker
• Ashley’s Mother’s Day crepe tradition
• Easy Swedish Pancakes
• Sheet pan with baking rack
• Around the World in Pancakes at Serious Eats
• Lodge cast iron skillets
• Serious Eats Dutch baby recipe
• Reversible rectangular griddle
• Cuisinart Griddler Deluxe
• Avocado oil spray
• Aebleskiver/Ebelskiver pan
• Thin spatula/turner (safe for non-stick surfaces)
• Kachina Denver (Native American frybread tacos)
• Queen of Sheba (Ethiopian restaurant in NYC)

Listen to this episode + get the show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/32

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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Join us in this episode as we chat about the joys of tasting new foods and ingredients while traveling. Discover how to explore the local food scene in new places and the excitement of tasting unfamiliar dishes. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or planning your next adventure, get inspired to step out of your culinary comfort zone and taste the flavors of the world.

Tune in for tips on how to get adventurous with food, stories of memorable meals, and the benefits of experiencing new cuisines on your travels.

Explore more travel inspired tastes and culinary history with these links and resources mentioned in this episode.

• Rambutan
• Canned peeled lychee
• Vietnamese pho
• Mekong District Vietnamese Kitchen (pho/French dip mashup)
• Explore Big Flavors in Ocean City, Maryland
• Krispy Kreme Doughnuts (look for the “hot light”)
• Fractured Prune Doughnuts
• Cafe Du Monde Beignets
• History of the Sazerac cocktail
• Chartreuse liqueur
• Coffee Labs Roasters (Tarrytown, NY)

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/31

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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Beat the heat in this episode by exploring ways to stay cool while feeding yourself and your family during the hottest time of the year! From teenage summer jobs at an ice cream store to refreshing favorites like watermelon and jello salads, discover the best foods to enjoy when the temperature rises.

Plus, practical tips to minimize time in front of the stove, including no-heat cooking ideas, slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes, and smart meal prep strategies. Tune in for a refreshing blend of cool recipes and hot tips to make summer dining a breeze!

Explore more about keeping cool in the kitchen this summer with these links and resources mentioned in this episode.

• Ice cream scoop
• State Archives of North Carolina
• Tajín Seasoning
• Pistachio Ambrosia
• Cucumber Cannellini Bean Salad
• Freekeh
• Quick cooking farro
• Microwavable rice pouches
• Instant Pot
• Slow Cooker
• Air Fryer
• Rhubarb custard pie

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/30

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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Waffles for breakfast, cheesecake for dessert, and maybe some surprise zucchini on your neighbor's porch?

This episode delves into the delightful and sometimes bewildering world of national food holidays. We are exploring the origins of these quirky traditions., and embracing the pure joy of indulging in a themed feast.

Get ready for a lighthearted but insightful look at the holidays that unite us all: food holidays!

Explore more with these resources and links mentioned in the episode:

• The Story Behind National Food Holidays
• 2024 Food Holidays
• Pi Day recipe roundup
• Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor's Porch Night (August 8th)
• Ratatouille recipe to use up your garden bounty
• Candy corn
• Harvest candy corn blend with pumpkins
• North Carolina State Fair
• Kong Dog Korean corn dog restaurant
• Food on a Stick cookbooks
• Pasta Salad Skewers with Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Cheese Sacrifice Purchase Day (July 29th)
• Humane Mouse Traps

See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/29

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!