22 episodes
Food Fables Jenny Arena
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Every taste has a tale; every ingredient a story. Pasta carbonara’s origins provoke speculation and debate, Tiramisù has a sultry past, Parmigiano and Prosciutto have been engrossed in fraud and scandal. Join me as I explore these food fables and share a few of my own.
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Season 3 Ep. 2: Femme Feast
Sharing how I celebrate International Women’s Day through food and what I have dubbed the Femme Feast.
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Season 3 Ep.1 -Sugo and Song: Sanremo 2023 Edition
An edible homage to the 73rd annual Italian song festival, Sanremo. This episode highlights signature dishes of the City of Sanremo along with famous foods from the regions of some of my favourite artists who will be participating in this year’s festival or appearing as guest performers
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Season 2 Ep.11 What’s in a Name
Sharing the background on how the name of my blog Fables and Focaccia, came to be, along with how it evolved to Food Fables
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Season 2 Ep.10: Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli
Aside from Tiramisù, the Sicilian cannoli is arguably, Italy’s most recognizable dessert. This episode examines the history and erotic origins of cannoli along with their distinct make up.
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Season 2 Ep.9: What’s the Beef on Burgers
Paying homage to the hamburger by looking into its origins and its evolution.
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Season 2 Ep.8 Michelin: How Tires Turned into Taste
Examining the history of the Michelin Guide, breaking down the star rating system and looking at how restaurants earn Michelin stars