Channeling LA: Diving Deeper into Los Angeles History

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Little Cravings and Season Recap

For the season finale, Eva and Maite take a bite out of the history of botanas, appetizers, and snack culture from around the world. From bar bites to late-night cravings, they explore why humans have always loved a little snack. Along the way, they reflect on an eclectic season ...  Show more

A Conversation with Monica Martinez of Don Bugito: Prehispanic Snackería

Maite is joined by artist Monica Martinez, the founder of Don Bugito, a pioneering edible insect business that blends design, sustainability, and food innovation. The conversation moves between industrial design and the realities of industrialized food systems, highlighting Monic ...  Show more

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