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A Taste of History

A Taste of History is a travel and cooking television series that explores America's culinary beginnings. Host, Chef Walter Staib, brings history to life through 18th century recipe recreation. Filmed in international locations and historic kitchens of America, A Taste of History gives viewers an in-depth look into the culture and cuisine that shaped American history.
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  1. S10 E1 - Jam-Asian Fusion
    May 29, 2019
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    The lasting influence of the Chinese in Jamaica is explored by Chef Walter Staib in the kitchen and on the street. Unique Asian-Jamaican fusion recipes include janga eggrolls with star fruit relish, and spicy shumai with Thai chili.
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  2. S10 E2 - Penn's Personal Brewery
    June 5, 2019
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    William Penn's approach to ale making is brought to life at his home, Pennsbury Manor. Recipes include sausage dumplings with a mushroom ale sauce, and roasted potatoes with sausage & sage.
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  3. S10 E3 - America's First Penitentiary
    June 12, 2019
    26min
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    Chef Walter Staib tours the historic corridors of Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary. Recipes include white bean & beef stew, and red bean chili.
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  4. S10 E4 - Camden & the Controversial Quaker
    June 19, 2019
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    The wealth of New Jersey's waterfront and the story of Marmaduke Cooper is uncovered by Chef Walter Staib at Pomona Hall. Recipes include stewed pheasant, and fricassee of sweetbreads & veal tongue.
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  5. S10 E5 - Salt Cay: The Island that Time Forgot
    June 26, 2019
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    Chef Walter Staib travels to Turks and Caicos to explore the historic salt ponds of Salt Cay. He also assists in the preparation a Caribbean queen conch tasting menu with local chefs.
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  6. S10 E6 - Southern Fare at Rattle & Snap
    July 3, 2019
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    Chef Walter Staib visits Tennessee and cooks at one of its oldest antebellum estates, Rattle & Snap. Recipes include cream of peanuts, stuffed pork roulade, and braised green beans.
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  7. S10 E7 - The Tex-Mex Republic
    July 10, 2019
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    Chef Walter Staib teams up Chef Pete Mims to enjoy Laredo's local food favorites and the interesting history of the short-lived Republic of the Rio Grande. Recipes include puffy chalupas, and beef tenderloin with huitlacoche.
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  8. S10 E8 - Washington's Winter Headquarters
    July 17, 2019
    26min
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    Chef Walter Staib and General George Washington brave the elements to discuss the winter of 1777 at Valley Forge. Recipes include veal kidney mushroom pie, and fried cauliflower.
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  9. S10 E9 - Bourbon: The True American Spirit
    July 24, 2019
    26min
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    Oak barrels, spring water and corn take center stage as Chef Walter Staib discovers the history of bourbon in Kentucky. Recipes include pepper-crusted pork tenderloin, and bourbon-glazed apples.
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  10. S10 E10 - Little England in the Caribbean
    July 31, 2019
    26min
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    Barbados' history, cuisine, and folklore are explored by Chef Walter Staib. Recipes with local chefs include Bajan macaroni pie, sea cat, and Bajan souse with pig ear.
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  11. S10 E11 - From Kitchen Garden to Table
    August 14, 2019
    26min
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    Chef Walter Staib cooks "garden to table" at William Penn's 17th century home. Recipes include baked stuffed flounder with sorrel & summer squash.
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  12. S10 E12 - The Best of St. Lucia
    August 21, 2019
    26min
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    Chef Walter Staib recounts his favorite local dishes and locations from the island of St. Lucia.
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  13. S10 E13 - A Look Back on Ten Seasons
    August 21, 2019
    26min
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    A dazzling retrospective of A Taste of History, as told by host and creator, Chef Walter Staib.
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Subtitles
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Directors
James Davey
Producers
James Davey
Starring
Chef Walter Staib
Studio
Janson Media
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