Jan 27
Ripe for Global Domination: The Story of the Avocado
We’re coming up to AvocadoFest 2026, otherwise known as the Super Bowl, when Americans get fully a fifth of their annual avocado allocation. But how did this humble fruit, originally named after testicles, get from its Mexican forest home to a tattoo on Miley Cyrus's upper arm? T ... Show More
46m 47s
Jan 13
Canned Tomatoes and the Myth of the San Marzano
Canned tomatoes are a perfect winter food. As you'll know from our tomato episode, the beautiful fruits in fresh aisle of the supermarket are mostly flavorless outside of the summer season—but the tomatoes that get packed in a can are cheap, readily available, and, most important ... Show More
50m 16s
Dec 16
Is Your Cinnamon Fake? Where Does Kefir Come From? Plus: Why Is Citric Acid In Everything? Ask Gastropod!
The season for holiday baking is upon us, and before you spice up your cookies and pies, you’ll probably want to know: is most of the cinnamon on grocery store shelves actually fake? That’s one question we’re investigating this week on behalf of you, dear listeners, in the latest ... Show More
42m 33s
Dec 2024
Let's Deep Clean Your Kitchen Before the Guests Arrive!
The host talks you through cleaning the upper surfaces and large appliances in your kitchen. Whether you are doing a routine deep cleaning or preparing for a holiday dinner party, this episode will help you get your cabinets, drawers, refrigerator, microwave, oven, and range clea ... Show More
33m 44s
Dec 2024
Episode 150: How Home Appliances Work
An exploration into the exciting world of home appliances and devices. We begin with a journey through the kitchen, discussing the design and operating principles behind the refrigerator, rice cooker, convection oven, microwave, and dishwasher. We proceed to the laundry to examin ... Show More
1h 17m
Next week, the US celebrates the dishwashing Olympics—also known as Thanksgiving. But how best to tackle the washing-up after the big meal can cause as much conflict as your uncle’s hot takes at the table. Do dishes get cleaner when they’re hand-washed or run through the dishwasher? Which is better for the environment? Are those convenient little detergent p ... Show More
<p>In part one of our stain series, we tackle your toughest questions–from reviving dingy whites to rescuing clothes from stubborn oils and baked-on gummy bears.</p><p>Guest: Wirecutter senior writer Andrea Barnes</p><p> </p><p><strong>Products we recommend:</strong></p><ul><li>T ... Show More
<p>Chef and cookbook author Samin Nosrat, best known for <a href="https://wrctr.co/42cDJ8c" target="_blank"><i>Salt Fat Acid Heat</i></a>, joins us to talk about her new book <a href="https://wrctr.co/4nYN0Jn" target="_blank"><i>Good Things</i></a>—and how she keeps cooking joyfu ... Show More
