We explore why Cholula sauce, named after our hometown, isn’t actually made here—and why most locals don’t even use it. From its humble beginnings in a Mexican kitchen to its massive $800 million acquisition by McCormick, this episode uncovers the cultural, historical, and economic journey behind one of the world’s most popular hot sauces. Plus, we share per ... Show More
May 5
México Vivo: Los Trece Patrimonios Inmateriales de la UNESCO Parte I | Mexico Alive: The Thirteen Intangible Cultural Heritage Sites of UNESCO, Part I
We take you beyond landmarks and into the living traditions that define Mexico’s cultural identity. We explore UNESCO-recognized intangible heritage like Day of the Dead, the Voladores de Papantla, traditional cuisine, and mariachi—breaking down their deeper cultural, spiritual, ... Show More
29m 44s
Apr 28
¿Qué es la UNESCO y Por qué Importa Cuando Viajamos? - What is UNESCO and Why Does it Matter When We Travel?
You’ve probably seen the “UNESCO World Heritage Site” label while traveling—but do you actually know what it means? In this episode, we reveal the surprising truth behind UNESCO, from how places earn this prestigious title to the hidden responsibilities that come with it. We also ... Show More
39m 25s
Apr 21
Nuestro Nuevo Pueblo Mágico Favorito - Our New Favorite Enchanted Town
We take you through Zacatlán de las Manzanas in Puebla, a lush highland town surrounded by forests, ravines, and cool mountain air. From its rich apple industry—turned into cider, pies, breads, and more—to its vibrant cultural identity shaped by the Pueblos Mágicos program, this ... Show More
20m 36s
Sep 2025
The Great Sriracha Feud | If You Can't Stand the Heat | 3
<p>Why has hot sauce gotten so - well, hot? Bon Appétit’s Joseph Hernandez sheds some light on the rise of condiment culture, and why the spicy stuff got so popular over the past ten years (even Mötley Crüe has a hot sauce line!). Later, we explore our biological reactions to spi ... Show More
43m 55s
Nov 2024
The Best Idea Yet 🌶️Sriracha: From Refugee to Billionaire
Follow our The Best Idea Yet, our 2nd podcast series, to get episodes like this every week:https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/ Chances are you’ve got a bottle of Sriracha chilling in your fridge right now, but have no idea who invented it — and the spicy story of how he ... Show More
47m 57s
Aug 2011
Episode 70: The Great American Debate: No National Dish
This week on A Taste of the Past, Linda is joined by author and teacher Megan Elias, author of the forthcoming book “Taste of the Nation: American Cookbooks and Culture”. Linda and Megan explore the history of American recipes, cuisine and cookbooks and ask the question “what is ... Show More
34m 6s
Oct 2025
#20 - 🏡 What’s Your City Like? Learn to Answer en Español
🔐 Unlock exclusive content in our Supporters Club. Over 90+ bonus episodes to supercharge your español. What is your city like? Describe it en españo! 🏙️Learn how to describe a city in Spanish using ser, estar, and haber.In this episode, discover simple words and phrases to tal ... Show More
6m 55s
Aug 2025
Told Faster: El cuaderno mágico
<p>Some students feel that they just don’t know anything, so why even try? Perhaps they just need a little bit of motivation and confidence. Daniel is not the smartest student, but he finds inspiration through a magic notebook. Through his magic notebook, he finds a recipe for su ... Show More
8m 52s