Eating History
Overview
Join vintage food expert 'Old Smokey' and collector Josh Macuga as they delve into the past to discover and sample some of the oldest and most astonishing foods that have endured through time. Each episode unveils unique culinary treasures, revealing their historical significance while offering a taste of what our ancestors once consumed. From ancient snacks to peculiar delicacies, the duo's adventurous palate and captivating stories bring history to life, making it not just a feast for the senses but also an intriguing journey through food's rich heritage.
Episodes
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5
Once You Pop
The guys pop open a can of legendary “chips” that’s been sitting for 40 years. Next, they travel to Michigan to visit a couple who boasts an imp...
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6
From a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Josh and Old Smokey find themselves in a sticky situation as they put a legendary chocolate taffy from the Korean War era to the test. Next, the crew ...
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7
A Space Odyssey
Houston, we’ve got a potato! Old Smokey and Josh embark on a journey to outer space in search of some out-of-this-world potatoes. After their inters...
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8
The Candy Man
The guys raise eyebrows as they put emergency drinking water rations from 1953 to the "slap test." Next, they discover that a classic Italian canned f...
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9
Leave it to Beaver Tail
Josh and Smokey take a trip down memory lane by tasting three generations of America’s beloved sandwich cookies to discover how they’ve evolved. N...
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10
Flavor Explosion
Old Smokey and Josh sample one of the most infamous military rations ever created, followed by a taste test of a unique powdered candy from the 1970s....