Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

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Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejon are back to take an even bigger bite out of the most delicious food and its history. This season features more of what you love: family stories from Eva and Maite, fascinating facts on the yummiest ingredients from their culture, interviews with food enthusiasts, chefs, and historians plus on-location episodes that bring you closer to the hidden history of your favorite foods. Oh, and lots more taste testing, drink making, and recipes for you to try at home. Listen to Hungry for History every Thursday and learn more about the dishes and drinks you grew...

A Huevo! A Brief History of Eggs

A Huevo! A Brief History of Eggs

With the rising cost of eggs, Eva and Maite decided to dive into the history of one of the most versatile kitchen staples. Who ate eggs first? When did the chicken become domesticated? Why are eggs sold by the dozen? Why are some eggs blue? Learn that and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 20, • 21:15

Guatemalan Comfort Foods

Guatemalan Comfort Foods

In this episode Eva and Maite talk Guatemalan comfort foods with Guatemala born and raised actor and host of the new podcast, Greatest Escapes, Arturo Castro. They talk about the rich history of the region and uncover how some staple ingredients - like bananas and coffee - have been tied to political instability and conflict. Maite visits the Guatemalan Night Market in Los Angeles with food writer Bill Esparza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 13, • 29:24

The Restaurant Community in the Wake of the LA Wildfires

The Restaurant Community in the Wake of the LA Wildfires

In the wake of the LA Wildfires, Eva and Maite welcome Antonio Diaz, an Emmy-award winning and James Beard Award-nominated filmmaker and founder of of Life & Thyme to the show. They discuss the restaurant as the soul of a community, how the LA restaurant industry has come together to help those in need, the precarious nature of the restaurant business, and what we can do to help. Life & Thyme: https://lifeandthyme.com + IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeandthyme Antonio’s IG: https://www.instagr

Feb 6, • 25:22

From Enslavement to Freedom: Black Seminoles and the Mascogos

From Enslavement to Freedom: Black Seminoles and the Mascogos

Black Seminoles were led to freedom in Northern Mexico where they settled in El Nacimiento in the 1800s. Their Mexican descendants, the Mascogos, have a transnational history that spans borders. Eva and Maite explore this rich history, the cookbook Recetario Mascogo de Coahuila, and Juneteenth, a federal holiday in the U.S. since 2021 that has been celebrated in El Nacimiento since 1865.They welcome Dr. Maria Hammack, a scholar and historian whose work bridges histories of liberation and aboliti

Jan 30, • 23:13

Freedom Fighters in Mexico and Texas

Freedom Fighters in Mexico and Texas

In the years before the Civil War, many enslaved people found freedom in Mexico, where slavery was abolished 36 years before the Emancipation Proclamation. In the first of a two-part series on Freedom Fighters, Eva and Maite explore the Southern route of the Underground Railroad and meet Silvia Webber, often referred to as the Harriet Tubman of Texas. They welcome Dr. Maria Hammack, a scholar and historian whose work bridges histories of liberation and abolition, Sofia Bravo and OJ and Leslie Tr

Jan 23, • 28:37

From China to San Francisco and Mexicali

From China to San Francisco and Mexicali

When people plant their flag in a new country, they do it first though food. In this episode, Eva and Maite talk about the often painful history of Chinese migration to the United States and Mexico and celebrate the rich Chinese contribution to both country’s food-ways. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 16, • 22:59

From Ceviche to Sashimi and the Origins of Nikkei Cuisine

From Ceviche to Sashimi and the Origins of Nikkei Cuisine

Eva and Maite take a dive into the history of raw fish consumption from ancient Peru and Japan and its possible introductions to Mexico. They explore how ceviche developed into the dish we love today thanks to Japanese immigration to Peru which led to the development of the country’s Nikkei cuisine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 9, • 22:29

Celebrating Food in a Cup

Celebrating Food in a Cup

From Birria Ramen to Esquites, Eva and Maite kick off 2025 exploring the fusion of cultures that can be found when enjoying street food that you can eat in a cup! Plus - Los Angeles based food writer, Bill Esparza, joins the show to discuss how food can build community especially for immigrants planting their flag in a new country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, • 24:12

TASTE BUDS: Tex-Mex Food (Rewind)

TASTE BUDS: Tex-Mex Food (Rewind)

Listen to Hungry for History from the beginning! Enjoy this rewind episode from Season One.    Eva and Maite take a trip down memory lane as they explore the unique past of Tex-Mex food. From the unknown history of the San Antonio Chili Queens to the difference between Tejano and Chicano, the ladies dive into the rich cuisine that is Tex-Mex. Maite's Chili Queen-Style Chile con CarneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 2024 • 28:23

TASTE BUDS: Vanilla (Rewind)

TASTE BUDS: Vanilla (Rewind)

Listen to Hungry for History from the beginning! Enjoy this rewind episode from Season One.    Eva and Maite travel to Papantla, Mexico - home of vanilla. Founded by the Totonacs, vanilla's first cultivators, the city of Papantla is the perfect place to explore the history of this edible orchid native to Mexico. Plus, Maite attends a Voladores de Papantla rain ceremony and Eva pollinates a vanilla bean at a farm called, Gaya Vanilla.  Vanilla Chicken Recipe Ingredients:  4 skinless, boneless c

Dec 27, 2024 • 29:49

The Devil's Wine: Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava

The Devil's Wine: Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava

Eva and Maite ring in the new year by popping open a bottle of sparkling and diving into the history of Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava! Happy New Year, ya’ll. See ya in 2025. - Eva and MaiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 2024 • 23:34

TASTE BUDS: The Tortilla Conundrum (Rewind)

TASTE BUDS: The Tortilla Conundrum (Rewind)

Listen to Hungry for History from the beginning! Enjoy this rewind episode from Season One.  ____________________________________________________________________ Eva and Maite kick off the series with the tortilla, a staple in Mexican cuisine and the source of a centuries-long conundrum... corn or wheat? The women taste test Eva’s homemade flour tortillas and try some from Sonoratown, a casual destination for Northern Mexican-style tacos in Los Angeles. Maite visits Acapulco Mexicatessen in East

Dec 20, 2024 • 27:12

Fry Me To the Moon!

Fry Me To the Moon!

In the spirit of the holiday season, Eva and Maite dive into the origins of buñuelos! You’ll also discover where the Christmas tree tradition came from and delve into the history of funnel cakes, churros and the Hanukkah jelly donut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 19, 2024 • 22:41

All Roads Lead to Flan

All Roads Lead to Flan

To some people, desserts are more than a sweet ending to a meal, they are the main reason for the meal! With sweets in our holiday midst, Eva and Maite delve into the history of some of our favorite north and south of the border desserts including flan, arroz con leche, cheesecake and pecan pie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 2024 • 21:32

TASTE BUDS: 'Tis the Season for Tamales

TASTE BUDS: 'Tis the Season for Tamales

Eva and Maite, buds in all things tasty, enjoy a special treat from Tamales Olmeca, while also diving into the tradition of making tamales this time of year.  Here's a short bonus clip about tamales! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6, 2024 • 7:10

Cozy Caldos

Cozy Caldos

It's caldo season! Warm soups and stews are the perfect cure for a cold, a broken heart, or a cruda. Eva and Maite kick back in the kitchen to make white pozole and tortilla soup, two of their favorite comforting dishes. Tortilla Soup from the cookbook: Eva's Kitchen White Pozole from the cookbook: My Mexican KitchenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 2024 • 21:54

A Pinch of Salt

A Pinch of Salt

Eva and Maite enjoy salt rimmed margaritas while exploring the history and origins of salt, a mineral-turned commodity harnessed by some of the most powerful ancient civilizations, including Mexico! Plus, did you know that the turkey ("America's bird") is actually Mexican? That, and so much more on this special episode of Hungry for History.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 2024 • 21:58

Hunting for History: El Mercado

Hunting for History: El Mercado

With the holidays upon us, this time of year is one of the busiest for markets. On this episode, Eva and Maite go back in time to explore how early communities centered around one thing - mercados! The soul of every community, mercados provided people with gossip, entertainment and, of course, food! Plus, Chef Bryan Ford joins the show to talk about his new book, Pan y Dulce: The Latin American Baking Book. The cookbook is filled with the yummiest recipes from Latin America and explores breads a

Nov 21, 2024 • 27:23

The Power of Food

The Power of Food

Beyond a source of nourishment, for centuries food has been used as a form of protest and activism around the world. From cookbook writing during the American Civil War to Mexican revolutionaries who helped empower women through the kitchen, Jose Andres’s World Central Kitchen and Meymuna Hussein-Cattan’s kitchen with a mission, Flavors from Afar, in this special episode Eva and Maite discuss the different forms of food for good.   Links from today's episode:   https://wck.org/  https://www.gute

Nov 14, 2024 • 23:06

All That Glitters is Milanesa and Chicken Fried Steak

All That Glitters is Milanesa and Chicken Fried Steak

In this episode, Eva and Maite explore the histories of the Milanesa and Chicken Fried Steaks of their childhoods. They uncover legends and early recipes including where the term “golden brown” may have come from. Plus - Maite welcomes a very special guest, her mom (!), to the podcast and together they travel through time and make the Milanesa she grew up with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 7, 2024 • 23:13

BONUS: Pan de Muerto

BONUS: Pan de Muerto

Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is one of the most celebrated holidays in Mexico. Here's a short clip on Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead), a pastry made for this special day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 1, 2024 • 5:55

Vampiros and Witch Trials

Vampiros and Witch Trials

To celebrate Halloween Maite and Eva sip Vampiros, a blood red Mexican cocktail, while exploring vampire-like characters in Mesoamerican mythology. The ladies dive into history and uncover the connection between chocolate and witchcraft in colonial Latin America. Plus, host of Susto and South Texas native, Ayden Castellanos joins the show to share scary stories from the Texas/Mexico border!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 31, 2024 • 24:28

Garlicky Goodness

Garlicky Goodness

Garlic lovers, Eva and Maite take us back in time to unravel the mysteries of Garlic, a vegetable with medicinal properties used mostly to flavor food. Eva attempts to convert non egg eater, Maite, into a fan by making a garlicky egg dish from her cookbook, Huevos con Jocoque! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 24, 2024 • 22:33

Cookbooks - The Printing Press Meets the Recipe!

Cookbooks - The Printing Press Meets the Recipe!

To celebrate the launch of Eva’s new cookbook, Eva and Maite talk about how can cookbooks can serve as windows into cultures and histories. They discuss the first published cookbooks (one of which involves a plagiarizing scandal!), cookbook history in Mexico, and how recipes can serve as a form of activism.   Books discussed in this episode include: Libro de cocina de Fray Geronimo de San Pelayo, 18th century Libro de cocina Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, 17th century UTSA’s Mexican Cookbook  Receta

Oct 17, 2024 • 23:52

A Carne Crawl Through History

A Carne Crawl Through History

As South Texans, Eva and Maite have carne asada flowing through their veins! Join them as they talk about the history of grilling meat, cowboy culture, and how Mexican barbacoa paved the way for American barbecue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 10, 2024 • 28:32

From Sopita de Fideo to Mac and Cheese!

From Sopita de Fideo to Mac and Cheese!

When and where was pasta invented? How did sopita de fideo and mac and cheese become classic comfort foods in Mexico and the United States? Eva and Maite explore these questions and more as they trace the history of our favorite comfort foods and head to the kitchen to cook Tacos de Fideo from Eva’s new cookbook.  Try Maite's Mac and Cheese Recipe HERE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 3, 2024 • 24:55

Hot Dogs!

Hot Dogs!

Eva and Maite head to the kitchen to prepare a deconstructed bacon wrapped hot dog recipe from Eva’s new cookbook. And they share lots of history of course! From the earliest references to sausages in antiquity, to how said sausage found two warm pieces of bread to snuggle into, how immigrants transformed it into our favorite baseball food and how the humble sausage found bacon and chiles in Mexico. This episode is all about creativity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 2024 • 28:28

BONUS: Arriba, Abajo, Al Centro, Pa’ Dentro!

BONUS: Arriba, Abajo, Al Centro, Pa’ Dentro!

Eva and Maite celebrate the new season by making their favorite cocktail, the Paloma! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20, 2024 • 5:12

The World's Most Popular Cocktails

The World's Most Popular Cocktails

Eva and Maite kick off season 2 exploring the history of some of their favorite Latin American cocktails, classic bartender’s manuals, Prohibition and more! Maite chats with Marlene Olarra, the beverage director at Nativo in Highland Park, who prepares classic American cocktails with a Latino twist. Salúd!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 19, 2024 • 32:04

Introducing: Hungry for History Season 2

Introducing: Hungry for History Season 2

Hungry for History is back! Welcome to season two, ya'll. - Eva and MaiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 12, 2024 • 0:52

Introducing: The Flaky Biscuit Podcast

Introducing: The Flaky Biscuit Podcast

Hi, Hungry for History fans! We're excited to tell you about The Flaky Biscuit, the newest podcast from Shondaland Audio and iHeartPodcasts. Hosted by baker and cookbook author Bryan Ford, we think you'll enjoy this show's infusion of cooking and connection. You don't have to only take our word for it, though. Check out the trailer today for yourself! About Flaky Biscuit: Welcome to The Flaky Biscuit Podcast! Each episode, award-winning baker, Bryan Ford, welcomes fellow chefs, comedians, actors

Jun 27, 2023 • 2:29

The Perception of Mexican Food in the United States

The Perception of Mexican Food in the United States

Eva and Maite reflect on the highlights from the season and discuss the changing perceptions of Mexican food in the United States. Plus, award-winning Chef Ray Garcia, formerly of Broken Spanish and BS Taqueria, now of asterid in Downtown Los Angeles - shares his experiences as a Mexican-American breaking ground in the culinary world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 4, 2023 • 24:35

Tacos and the History of Street Vending

Tacos and the History of Street Vending

Eva and Maite dive into the history of street vending and explore the backstory of the taco. Rudy Espinoza, executive director of Inclusive Action for the City, joins the show to share how his organization helps street vendors in Los Angeles. Plus, Hungry For History visits the Piñata District in Downtown LA to talk to Merced Sanchez, an activist and entrepreneur.  Want to learn more about Inclusive Action for the City? Click here.  Books discussed in this episode:  Planet Taco: A Global Histor

Apr 27, 2023 • 33:26

The History Behind the Mighty Potato

The History Behind the Mighty Potato

On this episode, Eva and Maite explore the history of the mighty potato which was first cultivated in Peru by the Inca people thousands of years ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 20, 2023 • 25:01

The Spicy History of Chiles

The Spicy History of Chiles

Did you know most chiles found around the world originated in Mexico? On this episode, Eva and Maite explore the vast history of chiles and even do a taste test along the way! Plus, friend of the show Ivan Vasquez, owner of Madre Restaurants in Los Angeles, returns to share his thoughts on how important chiles are in Oaxacan cuisine and as part of his culture as a whole. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 13, 2023 • 27:07

The Exploitation of Farm Workers Then and Now

The Exploitation of Farm Workers Then and Now

In this episode of Hungry For History, we explore how the past has contributed to today's exploitation of farm workers. From the Spanish Conquest in Mesoamerica to the Bracero Program, the establishment of the United Farm Workers of America, and the aftermath of NAFTA - Eva and Maite analyze the dynamics that affect the people who feed us.   Want to watch Eva's documentary Food Chains? Learn how here!Follow Narsiso Martinez's work here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 6, 2023 • 24:57

The Rich History of Ice Cream

The Rich History of Ice Cream

What started off as a treat only enjoyed by the elite soon took over as a yummy bite that all could enjoy. Eva and Maite dive into the origins of nieve (ice cream) and also explore how this dessert was elevated when sugar was added. Plus - chef/owner Fany Gerson, of La Newyorkina (a frozen treats and baked goods shop in New York) joins the show to talk about why she decided to open up a company dedicated to the sweetness of Mexico.    Maite's Recipes: Tequila Ice Cream (Yummy with Mezcal, too!)A

Mar 30, 2023 • 25:09

The Unknown Story of the Tomato

The Unknown Story of the Tomato

Eva and Maite explore the backstory of this delicious vegetable that was first cultivated in Mesoamerica. From seeds to salsa, marinara to ketchup, to its bad reputation when it arrived to Europe - the history of the tomato is a unique one. Also on this episode, chef/owner of Holbox Restaurant in Los Angeles, Gilberto Cetina, joins us to talk about how the tomato is a jack of all trades.   Maite's Gazpacho RecipeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 23, 2023 • 25:52

Beer's Fascinating History

Beer's Fascinating History

Here’s a little-known fact you might not have known... The beer industry might be dominated by men today but women were the original brewers and played a vital role in beer’s popularity! In this episode, Eva and Maite explore beer’s fascinating history. Plus - Carmen Velasco Favela, owner and founder of Mujeres Brew House, an all-female run / Latina-owned craft beer company in San Diego, CA joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 16, 2023 • 26:28

The History of the Mexican Torta

The History of the Mexican Torta

The Mexican torta is a sandwich stuffed with some of the most delicious ingredients Mexico has to offer including beans, avocado, queso, jalapeños, and of course meat. Although the history of its origin is debated, the result of its influence is clear. In this episode, Eva and Maite dive into the history of this Mexican staple. Also, Chef Bryan Ford whose new podcast, The Flaky Biscuit, launches on April 11th sends us his thoughts on the luscious torta!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf

Mar 9, 2023 • 21:48

Kicking off Women's History Month

Kicking off Women's History Month

Eva and Maite celebrate Women's History Month by diving into the past to explore two Latinas from California who revolutionized cookbooks - Encarnación Pinedo and Elena Zelayeta. Plus, Chef Claudette Zepeda of Top Chef fame sends us a message!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 2, 2023 • 22:26

Celebrating Afro-Mexican Voices

Celebrating Afro-Mexican Voices

On this special episode of Hungry For History we celebrate two Afro-Mexican food establishments in Los Angeles, CA. One is a food truck in the city of Watts that has been around for almost 30 years called, Tamales Elena y Antojitos - the other is Pan Estilo Copala, a bakery tucked away in a garage and located in Compton. Plus, Ebony Bailey, a self-proclaimed Blaxican, joins Eva and Maite to talk about her work exploring cultural intersections, diaspora, and social movements. See omnystudio.com/l

Feb 23, 2023 • 23:43

The History of Tex-Mex Food

The History of Tex-Mex Food

Eva and Maite take a trip down memory lane as they explore the unique past of Tex-Mex food. From the unknown history of the San Antonio Chili Queens to the difference between Tejano and Chicano, the ladies dive into the rich cuisine that is Tex-Mex. Maite's Chili Queen-Style Chile con CarneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 16, 2023 • 28:23

The Mesoamerican Origins of the Avocado

The Mesoamerican Origins of the Avocado

Eva and Maite dive into the history of the avocado, a popular ingredient served on Super Bowl Sunday when Americans consume over a hundred million pounds of it. The silky fruit also has aphrodisiac properties making it the perfect topic to explore right before Valentine's Day. Plus, Manuel Treviño of Rosa Mexicano Restaurant in New York City shares his tips on how to make the perfect guacamole.   Maite's Recipes: Chocolate Avocado Pudding Chocolate Avocado Cake Avocado Coconut SorbetSee omnystud

Feb 9, 2023 • 26:16

Decolonizing our Diet

Decolonizing our Diet

Eva and Maite invite Claudia Serrato to join the show! Claudia is an Indigenous culinary anthropologist, a public scholar, a doctoral candidate, a professor of ethnic and food studies, and an Indigenous/Mesoamerican traditional plant based chef. Together they discuss the concept of decolonizing the diet and how one returns to cultural heritage foods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 2, 2023 • 28:51

The Ooey Gooey Origin of Cheese

The Ooey Gooey Origin of Cheese

From how it arrived in Mexico to how it would become one of the most indulgent ingredients in Mexican dishes, Eva and Maite dive into the history of cheese. Also, chef/owner Teresa Montaño of Otoño restaurant in Highland Park, CA - sends us tips on how to make the perfect charcuterie board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 2023 • 27:45

The History of Wine and How it Arrived to Mexico

The History of Wine and How it Arrived to Mexico

While in Peralada, Spain - Eva and Maite trace how wine first arrived in Mexico. Like olive trees, wine was introduced after the conquest and was banned from being produced when it became a direct competition to wine production in Spain. Plus, Eva shares how she became a wine enthusiast and the women do a taste test.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 2023 • 26:01

The Ancient History of the Humble Bean

The Ancient History of the Humble Bean

Eva and Maite explore the history of the humble bean while still in the small medieval village of Peralada, Spain. Plus, the women cook a 2-day bean dish, and special guests drop by to taste test their soup - Pepe, Eva's husband, and actor Amaury Nolasco.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 12, 2023 • 27:30

The History of the Immortal Olive Tree

The History of the Immortal Olive Tree

While still in Spain, which produces the most olive oil in the world, Eva and Maite explore the history of the olive tree. Known in mythology as the immortal tree because it can live for thousands of years, it was first introduced to Mexico early on during the conquest. Production of olive oil would eventually be forbidden in 1777 by Spain's King Charles III, who felt threatened when Mexico's product grew in popularity. Also, the women do a taste test, and Eva fries eggs drenched in olive oil fo

Jan 5, 2023 • 25:05

Latin American Holiday Traditions

Latin American Holiday Traditions

Eva and Maite ring in 2023 in the small medieval village of Peralada, Spain. While drinking bubbly, the women discuss the history of some of the most iconic Latin American holiday traditions. From posadas to eating bacalao to enjoying ponche navideño, Eva and Maite celebrate the new year by exploring some of the traditions they grew up with and those they still enjoy today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 29, 2022 • 27:49

Unwrapping the History of Tamales

Unwrapping the History of Tamales

Tamales are enjoyed all year round but become the center of the Mexican household around the holidays, a testament to the 10,000 year old dish with roots in Mesoamerica. In this episode, Eva and Maite unwrap the history of tamales while taste testing some from Tamales Olmeca in Los Angeles. Plus, a listener sends in a message sharing her family's tradition of making and eating tamales during Christmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 2022 • 28:48

Coffee: The Drink that Changed the World

Coffee: The Drink that Changed the World

Still in Veracruz, where coffee first entered Mexico, Eva and Maite explore how this exhilarating beverage changed the world. From its place of origin in Africa to the first coffeehouses and intellectual movements, Eva and Maite dive deep into this topic. Plus, Eva shares her espresso tequila martini recipe and two guests join the show - Fernando Diaz of Proyecto Diaz Coffee and Rosalba Cifuentes Tovia of Mayan Harvest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 2022 • 24:48

The Journey of Mexican Rice

The Journey of Mexican Rice

While still in Veracruz, Eva and Maite unpack the history of rice. Not native to Mexico, the Spanish conquistadores first introduced rice through the port of Veracruz, a city with lush tropical climate that also happened to be perfect for growing it. Like sugar, when its popularity exploded so did the slave trade. Also, Eva shares how she cooks perfectly fluffy Mexican rice and the owners of Horchateria Rio Luna in Paramount, CA tell us the best techniques for making horchata, an agua fresca mad

Dec 8, 2022 • 23:48

Vanilla: The Edible Orchid

Vanilla: The Edible Orchid

Eva and Maite travel to Papantla, Mexico - home of vanilla. Founded by the Totonacs, vanilla's first cultivators, the city of Papantla is the perfect place to explore the history of this edible orchid native to Mexico. Plus, Maite attends a Voladores de Papantla rain ceremony and Eva pollinates a vanilla bean at a farm called, Gaya Vanilla.  Vanilla Chicken Recipe Ingredients:  4 skinless, boneless chicken cutlets 2 vanilla beans, spilt lengthwise and seeds scraped salt and pepper 1/4 cup unsal

Dec 1, 2022 • 29:49

Celebrating Home Cooks

Celebrating Home Cooks

In honor of all the Thanksgiving holiday cooking, Eva and Maite celebrate home cooks by highlighting two culinary figures in Mexican history who revolutionized the idea of recipes and cookbooks – Vicenta Torres de Rubio and Josefina Velázquez de León. Also, Maite visits a San Judas Tadeo celebration of thanks in Montebello, CA organized by Chef Elsa Chan, one of the founders of Ek’Balam Yucatan Cuisine. Learn more about Chef Elsa Chan here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 24, 2022 • 30:09

Chocolate: Food of the Gods

Chocolate: Food of the Gods

By far, the greatest gift Mexico has given the world is chocolate. While Eva and Maite eat fresh cacao beans, they explore the rich history of the 4,000-year-old cacao tree which the Mayans believed was the bearer of all life and the reason their civilization came into existence. Plus, Amelia Gonzalez Garcia - Founder and CEO of Casa de Chocolates, shares why supporting fair-trade products is so important. Learn more about Casa de Chocolates here.   In Los Angeles? LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes ha

Nov 17, 2022 • 26:43

Sugar, Not Always Sweet

Sugar, Not Always Sweet

Eva and Maite discuss the history of sugar and dive into the brutal aspects that are rarely discussed when talking about Mexican history. Maite walks through the streets of La Huaca, a neighborhood in Veracruz, Mexico. Plus, Melanie Lino, baker and owner of Made By Lino, talks about pan de batata. Find out more about Melanie Lino and her bakery here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 2022 • 22:42

Pan Dulce y Dia de los Muertos

Pan Dulce y Dia de los Muertos

Dia de Los Muertos wouldn’t be the same without pan dulce. Our hosts explore the history of wheat and pan dulce, with a focus on the ubiquitous concha. Mexico City baker and instructor, Eliceo Lara, shares his childhood recipe for rebanadas.  Eliceo Lara’s Rebanadas Recipe   Instructions:   Cut a loaf of bread into thick slices. Sourdough or brioche work great.   Make a simple buttercream by incorporating 1/3 cup of room temperature butter and 1/3 cup of powdered sugar.     Spread buttercream o

Nov 3, 2022 • 24:13

All About Mexican Candy

All About Mexican Candy

Eva and Maite celebrate Halloween by talking about the evolution of Mexican candies. From ceremonial pre-Hispanic treats to Baroque confections developed in colonial convent kitchens, to modern spicy chamoys, these treats trace Mexico’s complex history. Plus, Maite visits a candy museum in Michoacán, Mexico and Art Historian, Dr. Elizabeth Morán, tells us about the ancient treat, Alegrías.  Maite’s Recipes:   Alegrías  Cajeta   Learn more about el Museo del Dulce (Candy Museum) in Michoacán, M

Oct 27, 2022 • 27:45

Margarita Time: The History of Mexican Spirits

Margarita Time: The History of Mexican Spirits

In Aztec mythology the fertility goddess, Mayahuel, is the personification of the agave plant - the source of some of the most delicious spirits in Mexican culture. Eva and Maite talk about the ritual significance of pulque, a fermented drink, to the introduction of distillation techniques post-conquest and the first mezcal, all while drinking margaritas! Ivan Vasquez, owner of Madre Restaurant in Los Angeles, shares his thoughts on mezcal.  Learn more about Ivan Vasquez and Madre Restaurant her

Oct 20, 2022 • 25:47

The Tortilla Conundrum: Corn vs Flour

The Tortilla Conundrum: Corn vs Flour

Eva and Maite kick off the series with the tortilla, a staple in Mexican cuisine and the source of a centuries-long conundrum... corn or wheat? The women taste test Eva’s homemade flour tortillas and try some from Sonoratown, a casual destination for Northern Mexican-style tacos in Los Angeles. Maite visits Acapulco Mexicatessen in East LA to experience the nixtamalization process. Plus, Jorge Gaviria, founder of Masienda, shares his thoughts on the corn vs flour debate.  Check out Jorge Gaviria

Oct 13, 2022 • 27:12

Introducing: Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

Introducing: Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

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Sep 29, 2022 • 1:22

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