The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food, and what it takes to put food on your plate.
As plastic waste continues to pile up, Ruth Alexander explores how manufacturers, retailers, and designers are rethinking the way our... more
Corner shop, mom and pop store or konbini, whatever you call them, most of us have a local business that... more
What’s the purpose of restaurant reviews? The Food Chain looks at who is qualified to write a review, how... more
Saffron - the world's most expensive spice - is treasured for its rich aroma, vibrant colour, and unique flavour. But... more
Why do brands have such power over us? Ruth Alexander talks to the designers influencing your decisions about what... more
What makes a noodle? Is it the shape? The ingredients? In this programme Devina Gupta explores the history of... more
John Laurenson explores the enduring appeal of stock. A century and a half ago, a butcher at the big Parisian... more
What motivates someone to dedicate years of their life to learning one skill?Ruth Alexander finds out what it takes to... more
We find out the secret recipe that goes into some of the TV food shows watched by millions around the... more
People have been eating out in restaurants and bars for hundreds of years, and some of those early establishments are... more
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