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A Taste of History

Chef Walter Staib travels the globe, to historical locations, into famous kitchens and exotic markets to bring you A Taste of History. The cooking tv series explores, educates, and brings America's culinary heritage to life through the recreation of elegant and sumptuous dishes inspired by the founding fathers.
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  1. S7 E1 - Charles Thomson's Great Seal of the United States
    June 15, 2015
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    Chef Walter Staib pays tribute to Charles Thomson, designer of America's Great Seal. Chef Staib dedicates this meal to Thomson with: Crawfish Bisque and Wether Stew. Bee Sting Cake, infused with honey from this founding father's estate, is baked in an 18th century beehive oven and completes the meal.
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  2. S7 E2 - George Washington in Barbados
    June 15, 2015
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    It's A Taste of History when Chef Walter Staib tells the amazing story of young George Washington's only trip abroad. Learn all about the unique connection between Barbados and the United States and enjoy some specialties of Barbados: Bajan Fish Cakes, Flying Fish and Cou-cou.
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  3. S7 E3 - Dr. Benjamin Rush: Father of American Psychiatry
    June 15, 2015
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    Chef Walter Staib presents the story of Dr. Benjamin Rush, one of the most influential figures in the history of American medicine. To honor Dr. Rush, Chef Staib prepares Seafood Vol-au-Vent and a Leek and Crimini Mushroom Ragu, completing the meal with an Apple Tart.
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  4. S7 E4 - The Water of Life: Cognac
    June 15, 2015
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    Cognac is a sophisticated libation that thrived during prohibition and continues to influence food trends to this day. It is also the name of a French town where Chef Staib travels and reveals the fascinating history of this celebrated spirit. In Cognac, Chef Staib visits a sturgeon farm and prepares A Taste of History with Smoked Sturgeon, Roasted Breast of Pigeon with Foie Gras and Chocolate S
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  5. S7 E5 - Boston"s Famous Parker House
    June 15, 2015
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    Situated on Boston's Freedom Trail, the Omni Parker House has a rich history in both cuisine and politics. Chef Walter Staib is your tour guide from Haymarket Square to the kitchen of the Parker House. He features: Boston Scrod, the famous Parker House Rolls, and of course, Boston Cream Pie.
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  6. S7 E6 - The Moravians of Bethlehem
    June 15, 2015
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    Chef Walter Staib showcases the history of the Moravians and how the population grew from twenty people on 500 acres along the Lehigh River, to a thriving community whose influence is still felt today. In honor of this German-speaking society, Chef Staib prepares: Beef Rouladen and Stir Fried Cabbage. He completes meal with the Moravian Sugar Cake.
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  7. S7 E7 - James K. Polk: The Dark Horse President
    June 15, 2015
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    Chef Walter Staib demystifies the "Dark Horse," James K. Polk, known as "the most important President that you know the least about." In Polk's kitchen, Chef Staib showcases the farm-to-table Southern fare that was dear to Polk's heart: Fried Chicken and Chess Pie.
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  8. S7 E8 - George Washington's Tent
    June 15, 2015
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    George Washington's tent, his mobile headquarters, survived both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Chef Walter Staib serves up A Taste of History, preparing contrasting Army cuisines with the rustic Pot-au-Feu to Whiskey Cake, Washington's indulgence.
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  9. S7 E9 - When America Spoke French
    June 15, 2015
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    In the late 18th century, the French population of Philadelphia swelled as did its influence. Chef Staib delves into the stories: how they lived, worked and ate on the Champs Elysees of Philly: South Second Street. The Berley Brothers of Shane's Candy join Chef Staib to share the history of ice cream making.
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  10. S7 E10 - Orchids, Herbs and Rum in Jamaica
    June 15, 2015
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    The history of Jamaica is examined in this facinating episode of A Taste of History. Chef Staib examines the 1800s orchid craze, reveals a present-day Maroon tribal leader, and uncovers the art of making rum. Rum is a staple in the preparation of ceviche and a complement to one of the featured recipes: Brown Stew Pork.
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  11. S7 E11 - Eliza Powel's Sinful Feast
    June 15, 2015
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    Eliza Powel was the premiere hostess of the 18th century. She prepared decadent feasts that inspired John Adams to write a letter to Abigail, describing dinner as "sinful." Now, for the first time since Mrs. Powel's presentation, Chef Walter Staib recreates her "Sinful Feast," preparing it in her historic Philidelphia home.
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  12. S7 E12 - Pittsburgh: From Frontier to Fortune
    June 15, 2015
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    Chef Walter Staib highlights the cuisine and history of Pittsburgh and one of its grandest landmarks: The William Penn Hotel. Marvel at the transformation of Pittsburgh from the French and Indian War to the opulence of the industrialists who dined on Chateubriand.
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  13. S7 E13 - From Bordeaux to Jefferson's Cellars
    June 15, 2015
    23min
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    Chef Walter Staib travels to Bordeaux: a region in the south west of France that inspired America's First Gourmand, Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson was so inspired with the region that he brought his chef to be trained in France and, upon his return to America, filled his cellars with French wine.
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Directors
James Davey
Producers
James Davey
Starring
Chef Walter Staib
Studio
Janson Media
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