Step back to Easter Sunday, 1920. We'll recreate the sights and smells of holiday tables across America through recipes, advertisements, and family stories.

Learn about traditional dishes that graced these feasts, regional variations, and how Prohibition shaped celebrations.

Keep the exploration and learning going with these resources and websites.

• Newspapers.com
• Unlocking Ancestral Secrets in the Newspapers!
• How To Find and Use Historical Newspapers in Your Genealogy Research

Discover which customs endured and which faded with time. See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/58.

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

Pull up a chair as we chat with co-host Lisa Lisson about her path into genealogy and food history.

She shares pivotal moments that shaped her career, practical research tips, and how tracing family recipes sparked bigger historical questions.

Lisa opens up about lessons learned, research wins, and why understanding our ancestors' lives through food matters. See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/57.

Learn about searching for your ancestors and discovering your family history with the following resources:

• Sign up for the Are You My Cousin? newsletter and get actionable genealogy tips each week in your inbox
• Explore Your Culinary Heritage During Your Genealogy Tour
• Are You My Cousin? – Lisa’s website
• Are You My Cousin? YouTube Channel
• Family Search
• Ancestry
• MyHeritage
• Find My Past

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

Want that restaurant vinaigrette or bakery cookie at home? We'll share strategies for recreating beloved dishes, starting with simple observation and tasting notes.

Learn the art of recipe detection through real attempts - like a NYC bakery's famous chocolate chip cookies and a restaurant's signature balsamic dressing.

Plus, practical tips for experimenting, adjusting portions, and knowing when "close enough" hits the spot. See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/56 .

Mentioned in the episode:

• Copycat recipe cookbooks
• Alice’s Tea Cup Cookbook on Bookshop or Amazon
• Goldbelly
• Guava Cooler Tequila Cocktail
• Homemade Fajita Seasoning (Penzeys Copycat)
• Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Garlicky Broccoli Rabe
• Turkey Salad Tea Sandwiches with Dried Cherries
• Espresso Chocolate Chip Brownies (Starbucks Copycat)
• Dry Brine Seasoning Blend for Poultry
• Tropical Fruit + Chocolate CBD Parfait
• Watermelon Sugar High Tequila Cocktail

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

This aromatic spice shaped trade routes and transformed cuisines across continents.

We'll talk all about cinnamon's rich history, bust common myths, and share creative uses beyond desserts.

Learn about the amazing variety of cinnamon types, plus discover its surprising role in savory dishes across global traditions. See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/55 .

Links and websites mentioned in the episode:

• Episode 33: Spice It Up: Creating Your Own Flavorful Blends
• Cinnamon History and Uses from The Spruce Eats
• Why Ceylon Cinnamon Is So Expensive - video
• The History of Cinnamon | MySpicer.com | Spices, Herbs & Blends
• Cinnamon Verum
• Cinnamon Tree Leaves
• Cinnamon Quills
• Royal Cinnamon
• Cinnamon Collection (3 piece set - includes royal cinnamon, cinnamon verum, and cinnamon quills)
• Penzeys Cinnamon
• Vietnamese Cinnamon
• Ceylon Cinnamon
• Korintje Indonesia Cinnamon
• Broiler Kebab Sheet Pan Meal
• Persian Meatloaf
• Spiced Mulled Wine
• Three Bean Chili

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

We're exploring the essential role of side dishes in creating memorable meals. Learn how these supporting players have evolved from simple vegetable sides to creative culinary statements.

This episode uncovers traditional wisdom about meal balance while exploring modern approaches to side dish innovation. Get ready to make your side dishes shine!

Keep the learning going as you explore the resources and links in today’s episode.

• Cucumber & Cannellini Bean Salad with Dill
• Green Lentils
• Warm French Lentil Salad from Bob’s Red Mill
• Ashley’s favorite garlic bread
• Sheet pan roasted green beans
• Homemade grill seasoning
• Fridge Love on Amazon or Bookshop
• Mayo Clinic Nutrition and Healthy Eating

See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/54

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

We're talking about the yummy history of chocolate and the artistry behind its creation. Learn about the distinct profiles of dark, milk, and white chocolate, plus the secrets of modern chocolatiers.

This episode explores chocolate's global influence and its evolution into the sophisticated treat we know today. Get ready to experience chocolate in a whole new light!

Keep exploring all about chocolate in these websites and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Learn more about types of chocolate
• Chocolate: Sweet Science & Dark Secrets of the World's Favorite Treat by Kay Frydenborg or in Bookshop
• Big Flavors for Chocolate Lovers eBook
• Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
• Facebook thread on chocolate!

See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/53

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

We're talking about the secrets to perfecting everyone's favorite poultry dish. In this episode we are focusing on family stories of chicken dinners while exploring practical tips for achieving juicy, flavorful results every time.

Learn essential techniques from traditional roasting to modern methods, and discover new ways to bring excitement to your chicken repertoire. Get ready to transform your chicken dinner game!

See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/52

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!

We're exploring the interesting story of donuts and their place in American culture. These yummy treats have sparked regional pride, created lasting family traditions, and even earned a spot at holiday tables throughout history. Learn about the art of cake versus raised varieties, settle the great spelling debate, and discover why donuts remain a centerpiece of celebrations nationwide. Get ready to experience America's favorite pastry in a whole new way!

Extend your donut exploration with this links and websites mentioned in the episode:

• Krispy Kreme
• Dunkin’ Donuts
• International Talk Like a Pirate Day
• Doughnut Plant
• Duck Donuts
• Fractured Prune
• Peaceful Provisions
• Margarita Donuts
• Baked Apple Spice Donuts with Maple Frosting + Pumpkin Granola
• Café Du Monde
• 35 Types of Delicious Donuts Around the World
• Beiler’s Doughnuts
• Pizza Donuts

See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/51

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

Stay hungry for knowledge, keep the stories simmering, and join us again for our next delicious episode!