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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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. © 2026 Rashid Media Productions. All Rights Reserved.
🧁 Crimson Crumbs: The History, Culture, and Science of the Red Velvet Cupcake
🎙️Baking Through Time
Hosted by Dr. Susan Rashid
What if a single cupcake could carry history, chemistry, love, and survival in one perfect bite?
Just in time for the holiday season, when ovens glow warmer, tables grow fuller, and sweetness becomes an offering, Baking Through Time invites you into the velvety, crimson-stained story of one of America’s most iconic desserts—the red velvet cupcake.
Born before it was red, shaped by 19th-century baking science, transformed by Great Depression ingenuity, and elevated into a modern symbol of elegance and comfort, red velvet is far more than a flavor. It is a cultural artifact. A ritual. A quiet act of resilience baked into soft crumb and cream cheese silk.
In this richly layered episode, Dr. Susan Rashid blends culinary history, food chemistry, neuroscience, and personal reflection to explore why red velvet appears at:
🍰 Holiday tables and winter gatherings
🍰 Weddings, anniversaries, and Valentine’s Day
🍰 Family reunions, church socials, and moments of healing
🍰 Modern bakeries and ancestral kitchens alike
This episode explores:
✨ Why “velvet” texture mattered before color
✨ How cocoa, buttermilk, and vinegar create edible alchemy
✨ Why red is the most emotionally powerful color in food
✨ How scent, texture, and sweetness unlock memory and comfort
✨ Why red velvet feels destined for candlelit kitchens and year-end reflection
This is not just a baking episode.
It is a winter ritual.
A holiday offering.
A reminder that beauty often rises from hardship—and that the smallest cakes can carry the deepest meaning.
🎧 Listen now, bake along, and bring something unforgettable to your holiday table.
📸 Share your red velvet moments with #BakingThroughTime
🧁 New episodes weekly—where history, healing, and sweetness meet, one crumb at a time.
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