Baking Through Time
Baking Through Time
Podcast Description
Indulge in the art, science, and history of baking with Baking Through Time, a podcast that elegantly weaves the rich tapestry of humanity’s love affair with breads, desserts, pizzas, and cakes. From ancient ovens to modern patisseries, each episode invites you on a journey to explore the cultural, artistic, and culinary significance of baking across the globe.
Discover the fascinating origins of iconic recipes, the science behind perfect textures, and the traditions that have shaped the way we bake and share food. Whether uncovering the anthropology of ancient grains, the art of crafting delicate pastries, or the global evolution of pizza, we reveal the hidden stories and universal connections behind every bite.
Baking Through Time is more than a podcast—it’s an invitation to savor the world’s flavors, histories, and innovations through the lens of baking. Perfect for curious minds, passionate bakers, and food lovers alike, this is your gateway to the elegance and wonder of culinary heritage. Let us take you on a journey where every crumb tells a story. © 2025 Rashid Media Productions. All Rights Reserved.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers diverse themes including the origins of iconic recipes, the science behind baking techniques, and culinary traditions across cultures. Episodes highlight the history of chocolate in baking, the ancient practices of breadmaking in Egypt, and the innovations of Mesopotamian bakers, showcasing unique elements like ancient grains, seasonal ingredients, and the cultural significance of baked goods.
Indulge in the art, science, and history of baking with Baking Through Time, a podcast that elegantly weaves the rich tapestry of humanity’s love affair with breads, desserts, pizzas, and cakes. From ancient ovens to modern patisseries, each episode invites you on a journey to explore the cultural, artistic, and culinary significance of baking across the globe.
Discover the fascinating origins of iconic recipes, the science behind perfect textures, and the traditions that have shaped the way we bake and share food. Whether uncovering the anthropology of ancient grains, the art of crafting delicate pastries, or the global evolution of pizza, we reveal the hidden stories and universal connections behind every bite.
Baking Through Time is more than a podcast—it’s an invitation to savor the world’s flavors, histories, and innovations through the lens of baking. Perfect for curious minds, passionate bakers, and food lovers alike, this is your gateway to the elegance and wonder of culinary heritage. Let us take you on a journey where every crumb tells a story. © 2025 Rashid Media Productions. All Rights Reserved.
Podcast Episode Summary
Episode Title:A Sweet Surprise: The Accidental Invention of the Chocolate Chip Cookie
Podcast:Baking Through Time
Host: Dr. Susan Rashid
What if we told you the world’s most beloved cookie—the warm, melty chocolate chip cookie—was never meant to exist?
In this heartwarming and deliciously nostalgic episode, Dr. Susan Rashid takes us on a journey back to the 1930s and into the cozy kitchen of Ruth Wakefield, the brilliant mind behind the accidental invention of the chocolate chip cookie at the Toll House Inn in Whitman, Massachusetts.
You’ll hear the rich biography of Ruth Wakefield, the original Toll House Cookie recipe read aloud with warmth and care, and stories of how this dessert became a wartime symbol of love sent across oceans. Along the way, Dr. Rashid weaves in her own personal reflections as a physician and baker who continues the tradition of baking for family, friends, colleagues, children, the underserved, and the moments that matter most.
From Parisian cafés to Dr. Susan Rashid’s kitchen in Hollywood, Florida, this is more than a recipe story—it’s a tale of comfort, connection, and culinary legacy. Whether you’re baking to remember, to heal, or just for the joy of it, this episode reminds us that even the simplest treats can hold the deepest meaning.
Tune in, bake along, and share your story—one cookie at a time.
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