Karen vanBarneveld
Karen vanBarneveld
Guacamole's Timeless Appeal Across Centuries
Guacamole's Timeless Appeal Across Centuries
Guacamole's Timeless Appeal Across Centuries
Monday 29th November 2021
Explore guacamole's rich history, from ancient Aztecs to modern Instagram fame, and learn about its cultural and environmental impact.
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Episode Overview
- Guacamole has ancient roots with the Aztecs.
- Avocado's popularity surged with social media.
- Environmental impacts of avocado farming.
- Gwyneth Paltrow's influence on avocado toast trend.
- Hass avocados as a staple in guacamole recipes.
"Avocados and guacamole are two things that we don't think about too often, unless it's time to make a big old batch of the green stuff."
In this engaging episode of 'What the Food?', hosts Miles and Andy dive into the fascinating history of one of the world's most beloved condiments: guacamole. This creamy, rich dish, primarily made from avocados, has captured the culinary hearts of millions around the globe. However, its origins are far more ancient than most might assume, dating back to the Aztec civilization.
The episode begins by exploring the historical significance of avocados, a fruit that played a crucial role in the diets of large prehistoric creatures like mammoths and giant sloths. These animals, as they roamed, helped propagate the avocado seeds, leading to the fruit's widespread growth. Fast forward to the 16th century, and the Spanish conquistadors were among the first Europeans to taste avocados, noting their buttery texture.
Miles and Andy humorously discuss the modern-day popularity of avocados, fueled by their versatility and health benefits. From vegan recipes to the iconic avocado toast, avocados have become a staple in kitchens worldwide. The hosts touch on how social media platforms like Instagram have played a pivotal role in this trend, with millions of posts celebrating avocado dishes. The episode also delves into the environmental and socio-economic impacts of the avocado boom.
While the fruit's rise to fame has benefitted many farmers, it has also led to deforestation and attracted cartel violence in certain regions, as avocados are often referred to as 'green gold'. Listeners are treated to an amusing anecdote about Gwyneth Paltrow's influence on the avocado toast phenomenon. Her cookbook helped catapult this simple dish into a trendy, must-have meal.
Overall, this episode offers an insightful look at both the historical and modern cultural significance of guacamole and avocados, blending humor with thought-provoking commentary. The hosts encourage listeners to share their thoughts and suggest future topics, promising more exciting episodes to come.