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Season Thirteen of fifteen

Forgotten Favorites

Season thirteen shines a spotlight on fruits, vegetables, roots, and herbs that deserve a second look. From ancient orchard fruits to historic garden crops, listeners will discover remarkable foods that once played important roles in everyday life and still have fascinating stories to tell today.

The 10 episodes

  1. description for amiyah: a glossy round persimmon in warm sunset orange with a small dry brown leafy cap on top, smooth and plump, glowing against matte black velvet.

    Season Thirteen, episode one. Persimmon Pathways

    Discover the history of persimmons and why this ancient fruit has been enjoyed for thousands of years.

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  2. description for amiyah: a small oval loquat with soft golden orange skin and a faint blush, smooth and slightly fuzzy, with a tidy little crown at the top.

    Season Thirteen, episode two. Loquat Legends

    Explore the story of loquats and learn how this sweet fruit spread from Asia to gardens around the world.

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  3. description for amiyah: a knobby golden yellow quince shaped like a lumpy pear, firm and fragrant with a slightly fuzzy skin, sitting on a black velvet field.

    Season Thirteen, episode three. Quince Quest

    Uncover the fascinating history of quince and its role in ancient cultures and traditional cooking.

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  4. description for amiyah: a plump oblong pawpaw with smooth pale green skin, soft and heavy, hiding creamy custard like flesh, the largest native fruit of North America.

    Season Thirteen, episode four. Pawpaw Pioneers

    Learn about the largest native fruit of North America and why it remains a hidden treasure today.

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  5. description for amiyah: a round craggy celeriac root in pale tan, gnarled and bumpy all over with wispy rootlets, rugged outside and creamy white within.

    Season Thirteen, episode five. Celeriac Stories

    Take a closer look at celeriac and discover how this unusual root vegetable became a staple in European cuisine.

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  6. description for amiyah: a knobby Jerusalem artichoke tuber with pale tan skin and many rounded bumps, looking a little like fresh ginger, earthy and rustic.

    Season Thirteen, episode six. Jerusalem Artichoke Journey

    Explore the surprising story of Jerusalem artichokes and their importance as a historic food crop.

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  7. description for amiyah: a low spray of purslane with thick succulent green leaves and reddish stems, plump and juicy, fresh and crisp on matte black velvet.

    Season Thirteen, episode seven. Purslane Parade

    Learn about purslane, a nutritious leafy plant that has been eaten around the world for centuries.

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  8. description for amiyah: a leafy sprig of lovage with deep green celery like leaves on hollow stalks, bold and aromatic with a savory herb scent.

    Season Thirteen, episode eight. Lovage Lore

    Discover the rich history of lovage and why this flavorful herb was once a kitchen favorite.

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  9. description for amiyah: a small round water chestnut with glossy dark brown skin like polished mahogany, hiding crisp snowy white flesh inside.

    Season Thirteen, episode nine. Water Chestnut Wonders

    Explore the crunchy world of water chestnuts and their role in many Asian dishes.

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  10. description for amiyah: a small tender rosette of mache, also called corn salad, with soft rounded deep green leaves clustered low, delicate and mild.

    Season Thirteen, episode ten. Mache Memories

    Learn about mache, also known as corn salad, and why this tender leafy green has remained popular through the centuries.

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