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Apr 2022
21m 52s

#252 | Five Surprising Food Origins

Leonardo English
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In this episode, we'll explore the weird and fascinating origins of five foods that you know and (perhaps) love.

From the sandwich to tomato ketchup, chicken tikka masala, fish & chips and even the teabag, discover the weird and wonderful stories behind these well-known dishes.

  • Weird origin story #1: The Sandwich
  • Weird origin story #2: Tomato ketchup
  • Weird origin story #3: Fish & chips
  • Weird origin story #4: Chicken tikka masala
  • Weird origin story #5: The tea bag

Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/unusual-food-origins


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