In this episode of Sprung On Food, host Kae Sprung delves into the fascinating history and versatile uses of tomatoes with award-winning bartender Lynnette Marrero. They discuss Lynnette's lifelong love of tomatoes, from childhood memories to growing a variety of heirloom types in her own garden. The conversation spans the historical journey of tomatoes from South America to global kitchens, culinary applications, and preservation methods. Lynnette shares unique recipes and clever ways to incorporate tomatoes into both savory and sweet dishes, including innovative cocktail ideas. The episode also touches on tomato pop culture, from festivals to the origins of Rotten Tomatoes. Join Kae and Lynnette as they celebrate this beloved fruit and its significant role in cuisines worldwide.
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About the show:
Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.
00:00 Introduction to the Love of Tomatoes
00:46 Lynette Marrero's Tomato Journey
01:51 Exploring Tomato Varieties and Uses
05:12 The History of Tomatoes
17:48 Tomatoes in Pop Culture
21:08 Preserving and Cooking with Tomatoes
24:34 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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