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Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

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  • Hosts EVA LONGORIA and MAITE GOMEZ-REJÓN explore the origins of some of the most delicious dishes, ingredients, and beverages from their culture. They’ll share personal memories and family stories, decode culinary customs, and even provide a recipe for listeners to try at home. Through lighthearted dialogue and historical facts, our hosts will take us on a culinary journey that will connect our past with our present and prove that we are all Hungry for History.
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  • The Perception of Mexican Food in the United States

    The Perception of Mexican Food in the United States
    May 4 2023

    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.

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    25 mins
  • Tacos and the History of Street Vending

    Tacos and the History of Street Vending
    Apr 27 2023

    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. 

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    Books discussed in this episode: 

    • Planet Taco: A Global History of Mexican Food, Jeffery Pilcher
    • Los Angeles Street Food: A History from Tamaleros to Taco Trucks, Farley Elliott
    • Food, Health, and Culture in Latino Los Angeles, Sarah Portnoy

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    33 mins
  • The History Behind the Mighty Potato

    The History Behind the Mighty Potato
    Apr 20 2023

    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. 

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    25 mins
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Great Podcast!

Loved all history and information given by these two ladies! I am true lover of Mexican food and history and this podcast has so much information on both.

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