Tasting History with Max Miller Courses

Brewing Mesopotamian Beer - 4,000 Years Old

Explore ancient Mesopotamian brewing techniques and recreate a 4,000-year-old beer recipe. Discover the cultural significance and historical context of this ancient beverage.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Ancient Roman Jellyfish for the Black Banquet

Explore ancient Roman cuisine with a unique jellyfish dish from Emperor Domitian's Black Banquet. Learn about historical cooking techniques and ingredients in this fascinating culinary journey.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pemmican: History's Power Bar

Explore the history and preparation of pemmican, a nutrient-dense food used by indigenous peoples and explorers. Learn about its cultural significance and practical applications as a long-lasting energy source.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Feijoada - Brazil's National Dish

Explore the history and preparation of feijoada, Brazil's beloved national dish. Learn about its cultural significance and discover the traditional ingredients and cooking methods.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Catherine the Great and the Volga Germans - History and Bierock Recipe

Explore the history of Catherine the Great's invitation to German settlers and its impact on Russian cuisine, focusing on the origin and preparation of bierocks, a traditional Volga German dish.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Medieval Table Manners

Explore medieval dining etiquette, from proper utensil use to seating arrangements. Discover the social significance of meals and how manners reflected societal hierarchy in the Middle Ages.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How the Wine Glass Got its Shape

Explore the fascinating evolution of wine glass design, tracing its history and uncovering the reasons behind its iconic shape and various styles.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Medieval Irish Food: Peasant to King

Explore medieval Irish cuisine from peasant fare to royal feasts. Learn about traditional ingredients, cooking methods, and cultural significance of food in medieval Ireland.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Samosas of Mughal India

Explore the history and cultural significance of samosas in Mughal India, tracing their origins and evolution. Discover traditional recipes and learn about their impact on Indian cuisine.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

1600s Chicken and Cherries Recipe - Historical Cooking with Ken Albala

Explore 17th-century cuisine with Ken Albala as he prepares a delectable chicken and cherry dish, blending historical cooking techniques with modern culinary insights.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Foods of Africa and the Enslaved - A Culinary History with Michael Twitty

Explore African culinary heritage and its influence on American cuisine with food historian Michael Twitty. Discover the rich history, cultural significance, and enduring legacy of African foods in the diaspora.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What Pioneers Ate on the Oregon Trail

Explore the culinary journey of pioneers on the Oregon Trail, uncovering their unique food choices and survival strategies during the westward expansion.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What the First Astronauts Ate - Food in Space

Explore the evolution of space cuisine, from early astronaut meals to modern orbital dining, uncovering the challenges and innovations in feeding humans beyond Earth.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Eating on a German U-Boat in World War I

Explore the culinary challenges and unique diet of German U-Boat crews during World War I, uncovering historical insights and recreating authentic submarine cuisine.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dining on the Luxury Liner Lusitania

Explore the opulent dining experience aboard the ill-fated Lusitania, from lavish menus to culinary traditions, while delving into the ship's tragic history and its impact on world events.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video