About Explweek, we’re looking at a long-standing theory that claims that Ashkenazi Jews are descendants of the Khazars. If it were true, that would make Ashkenazim offshoots of a multi-ethnic conglomerate of Turkic people who converted en masse in the eighth century in the kingdom of Khazaria. Turns out, it’s…
In today’s episode of Meals of History, Josh and Emily are recreating food from the Salem Witch Trials!
IASION (Iasiôn), also called Iasius, was, according to some, a son of Zeus and Electra, the daughter of Atlas, and a brother of Dardanus (Apollod. iii. 12. § 1; Serv. ad Aen. i. 384; Hes. Theog. 970; Ov. Amor. iii. 10, 25); but others called him a son of Corythus…
In today’s episode, we deep dive into all things Thai cooking with our good friend and Chef, Saiphin Moore the founder of the fantastic Rosa’s Thai Restaurants. Us Brits try authentic Thai Cooking methods, interesting ingredients & much more.
Some Greeks have returned to worshipping the ancient gods, as groups dedicated to the adoration of the Greek Pantheon spring up across modern-day Greece.Several different organizations and events exist that are working to create modern forms of celebration and ritual around the Greek gods. These groups often believe that Christianity…
On most days, you can find me in a black crop top, dark jeans, and Doc Martens, with thick black eyeliner rimming my eyes. Skull accessories and black nail polish tend to complete the look.”Why are you wearing that? It looks like you got dressed for my funeral,” my mother…
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What we like about Izumo Restaurant is the thought and care that goes into every Unagi dish they make. Located conveniently in central Osaka, just steps from the train station is this humble Izakaya, specializing in Unagi (fresh water eel).
Hünkârbeğendi is a delicious Turkish dish inherited from the palace periods of Ottoman and made it to our days. It’s prepared by making a puree using eggplants and flavoring it with bechamel sauce, then served with meat on top with a mouthwatering sauce. Along with a great recipe, it also…
Today, Josh and Emily are joined by Max Miller to recreate a meal from the world’s oldest restaurant.