Savor

This type of home coffeemaker is simple, stylish, and steam powered. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of the moka pot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This lumpy dairy product has somehow managed to become divisive, trendy, and old-fashioned all at once. Anney and Lauren stir the pot with the history and science behind cottage cheese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This ostensibly simple bean-and-meat stew inspires deep passions. Anney and Lauren dig into the contested history and vehement variations of cassoulet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This cooking fat made from liquid plant oils is manufactured to be solid at room temperature – and it’s caused a lot of controversy for a cooking fat. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history behind vegetable shortening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This spiced syrup might be made with lime zest, cloves, almonds, and rum – or none of the above. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and cultures behind falernum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.