Who Ate It First?: Recent Episodes
Kendall and Logan Rundquist
A food history podcast by two self-proclaimed foodies, Kendall and Logan Rundquist. In each episode, we explore the background of our favorite foods and dishes and then try our hand at recreating them.
Logan and Kendall investigate the history of avocados and the delectable guacamole dish this week. We want to thank everyone for listening to us this year and hope you're ready for season 3: which is coming back to your ears on April 2nd, 2024.
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Who knew there was a Spotify Wrapped for Podcasters? We sure didn't! Join us as we throw a carne asada gathering and talk about our Spotify Wrapped for Podcasters results! Thanks again to all our wonderful listeners who have joined us in 2023!
Welcome to the Great Thanksgiving Episode! We are changing it up for Thanksgiving and doing a special Great British Baking Show (Bake Off) episode. Watch along with us as we discuss the first episode of Collection 5 (or 8 depending on your region), available on Netflix.
This week, join us as we take a trip on our currently unnamed double-decker history tour bus to Nicaragua and explore the history of a true classic, Tres Leches!
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We're back! After two weeks of craziness we are finally back with our next full episode. This week join us as we take a trip to El Salvador and explore the history and culture of the country's national dish, Pupusas!
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Due to life events, we couldn't record a full episode this week (again!). However, we were still able to bring you some bonus content! This week Kendall and Logan discuss the origins of whiskey. We'll be back next week for the next episode of season 2!
Due to life events, we couldn't record a full episode this week. However, we were still able to bring you some bonus content! This week Kendall and Logan discuss the origins of the classic cocktail, the margarita. We'll be back next week for the next episode of season 2!
In our third episode of season two, Kendall takes us on a trip to Florida to talk about Cubanos! He's wanted to make them ever since seeing Chef for the first time seven years ago.
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In our second episode of season two, we savor the exciting flavors of birria tacos while talking about their rich history.
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Kendall and Logan are back for season two! In our first episode of the new season, we briefly dip into the vast ocean of moles to explore the history of this fantastic sauce and recreate a simplified version of it.
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Kendall and Logan are back during the summer break before our official season 2 debut because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and create a Caipirinha this week.
Kendall and Logan are back during the summer break before our official season 2 debut because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and create a Whiskey Sour this week.
Kendall and Logan are back during the summer break before our official season 2 debut because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and make an Elderflower Liqueur cocktail this week.
Kendall and Logan are coming back in a small way during the summer break (before our official season 2 debut) because we wanted to try something new - making cocktails! We explore and make a Blue Lagoon this week as visions of sitting by a pool dance in our heads.
Did you think you could find out what the season one finale is about by reading the description? Well, sorry to say, you'll just have to listen and find out what happens!
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
Please review and subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform and follow us on Instagram at @WhoAteItFirst to see pictures, recipes, and behind-the-scenes shenanigans.
Kendall and Logan research the polarizing dessert of Tiramisu this week and enter the debate of where it originated (spoiler alert - no one is for sure). They hop over into their test kitchen to deep dive into the world of homemade ladyfingers and what makes a delicious tiramisu at home. Next week is our season one finale, don't miss it!
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
Please review and subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform and follow us on Instagram at @WhoAteItFirst to see pictures, recipes, and behind-the-scenes shenanigans.
Kendall and Logan say "Slainte" and make Irish Soda Bread this week in honor of St. Patrick's Day. They also delve a little into the history of the holiday and the folklore of the leprechauns. Irish soda bread is just 4 ingredients, you should give it a try yourself at home!
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
Please review and subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform and follow us on Instagram at @WhoAteItFirst to see pictures, recipes, and behind-the-scenes shenanigans.
Kendall and Logan discover the origins of a quintessential Austin staple: breakfast tacos. It's been said if you don't like breakfast tacos, you won't like Austin much! They discuss their favorite breakfast taco spots and test out making them at home in the test kitchen.
If you've never been to Austin and are planning to come soon (maybe for a little festival called SXSW?) you'll really enjoy this one!
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Kendall and Logan embark on a SUPER cool mission- to learn more about the history of chocolate chip cookies but also make the dish from The Incredibles’ movies: Jack-Jack’s Num Num Cookies (aka big chocolate chip cookies). Join us for some historical research and then we endeavor to make this delicious Disney park treat… maybe Jack-Jack will pay us a visit!
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It's another episode of Who Ate It First and we are celebrating Mardi Gras today! Logan and Kendall discuss the history and religious background of Mardi Gras and also one of the most popular treats in New Orleans during it - King Cake! Let the good times roll everybody! Also, shout out to our good friend Lydie who helped Logan with the French pronunciation in this episode!
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
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On this episode of Who Ate It First, Kendall and Logan investigate the origin of Valentine's Day as a holiday and take a trip down memory lane to make a dessert important to their relationship: chocolate souffle.
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
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Join us as we explore the history of a classic snack, famous in school cafeterias across the US - Twinkies! Kendall and Logan delve into the origins of Twinkies, the manufacturing process to mass produce them today, and the pop culture surrounding Twinkies. Then we head to the kitchen to create a more gourmet version of the Twinkie.
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
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Kendall and Logan venture on a tumultuous, gluten-ous journey into a beloved recipe - Bao! They discuss dynasties, cry over Pixar shorts, and then try to make bao buns in their kitchen. Things might not turn out how they thought, but it'll be delicious nonetheless.
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
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Kendall and Logan discover the history of boba tea this week and get messy in the kitchen as they try to replicate it from scratch. Will they succeed? You'll have to listen to find out!
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
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What’s more American than apple pie? Well, what if we said apple pie wasn’t actually American after all? We explore apple pie’s global influence and then make a recipe from our family’s recipe book. Join us as we journey through the history of delicious apple pie!
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
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Kendall and Logan were inspired to make a delicious fruity treat thanks to the beautiful weather - Dole Whip. Disney fans and pineapple lovers rejoice! They also discuss the history of how pineapples made their way to America and into our hearts and the connection between Hawaii and Disney.
If you have any dish suggestions or funny cooking stories you'd like to share with us, please email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. We'd love to share it in one of our future episodes.
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Kendall and Logan explore the sizzling history of bacon, and then test 3 different ways of cooking bacon. Is it an American classic? Or does bacon go back further than we ever thought? And which cooking method will reign supreme? Find out in our very pork-tastic episode!
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Kendall and Logan are back at it in the test kitchen this week, researching a classic side dish present at most restaurants - Caesar Salad! Where did it come from? What were the original ingredients? Why anchovies?? We explore these questions and more on this week's episode of Who Ate It First!
Have a funny food story or a food you'd like to learn more about then email us at whoateitfirst@gmail.com. You may get featured in one of our episodes!
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It's the holiday season! The most wonderful time of the year with its holiday greetings, ice skating, fireside conversations, and all the lovely things. What better way to warm up than with a seasonal hot beverage. This episode explores the exciting history of a favorite holiday beverage, eggnog.
Kendall and Logan start their adventure into food history with an all American classic - French Fries! Where did french fries actually get their start? How do you make a perfect French Fry at home? Come along with us as we answer these questions and more. Let's get frying!
Join us on a magical journey as we travel through history learning about our favorite foods. All that traveling sure makes us hungry though. After learning about our favorite foods, we stop in our kitchen and try our hand at making that week’s researched dish. Lastly, we land at our final destination where we rate the food we cooked. How do we stack up against some of history’s great recipes? Join us and find out!