Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

Author: My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts Language: English Episodes: 100
Join Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón as they pull up a chair to a conversation that’s equal parts kitchen table and classroom. Their podcast, Hungry for History, is a vibrant exploration where every dish has a deeper story. This isn't just about recipes; it's about the people, migrations, and traditions that shaped what's on our plates. You’ll hear Eva and Maite swap personal family stories that connect them to these foods, while digging into the surprising journeys of everyday ingredients. Their curiosity leads to conversations with chefs, historians, and all kinds of food enthusiasts, creating a rich tapestry of voices. Some episodes even take you on location, uncovering the hidden past of a beloved taco, tamale, or cocktail. The atmosphere is warm and engaging, often punctuated by the sounds of taste tests, the clink of glasses during a drink-making segment, and the sharing of culinary techniques. Produced by My Cultura and iHeartPodcasts, this series sits at the perfect intersection of heritage and flavor. Listening feels like being part of a lively, insightful gathering where culture is understood through taste, and history is served in generous, delicious portions. You’ll come away from each episode with a newfound appreciation for the narratives simmering in every pot and pantry.
Episodes
Kicking off Women's History Month [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:26
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 f…
Celebrating Afro-Mexican Voices [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:43
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…
The History of Tex-Mex Food [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:23
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…
The Mesoamerican Origins of the Avocado [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:16
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 t…
Decolonizing our Diet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:51
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 trad…
The Ooey Gooey Origin of Cheese [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:45
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…
The History of Wine and How it Arrived to Mexico [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:01
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 pro…
The Ancient History of the Humble Bean [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:30
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…
The History of the Immortal Olive Tree [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:05
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…
Latin American Holiday Traditions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:49
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 bacal…