Eva and Maite celebrate Halloween by talking about the evolution of Mexican candies. From ceremonial pre-Hispanic treats to Baroque confections developed in colonial convent kitchens, to modern spicy chamoys, these treats trace Mexico’s complex history. Plus, Maite visits a candy museum in Michoacán, Mexico and Art Historian, Dr. Elizabeth Morán, tells us about the ancient treat, Alegrías. 

Maite’s Recipes:  
Alegrías
Cajeta

Learn more about el Museo del Dulce (Candy Museum) in Michoacán, Mexico. 

Check out Dr. Elizabeth Morán’s book: Sacred Consumption: Food and Ritual in Aztec Art and Culture

Eva and Maite celebrate Halloween by talking about the evolution of Mexican candies. From ceremonial pre-Hispanic treats to Baroque confections developed in colonial convent kitchens, to modern spicy chamoys, these treats trace Mexico’s complex history. Plus, Maite visits a candy museum in Michoacán, Mexico and Art Historian, Dr. Elizabeth Morán, tells us about the ancient treat, Alegrías. 
Maite’s Recipes:  
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.artbites.net/recipes/alegras">Alegrías</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://www.artbites.net/recipes/cajeta">Cajeta</a>  </li>
</ul>
Learn more about el <a href="https://www.callereal.mx/">Museo del Dulce</a> (Candy Museum) in Michoacán, Mexico. 
Check out Dr. Elizabeth Morán’s book: <a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/sacred-consumption-food-and-ritual-in-aztec-art-and-culture-elizabeth-moran/7361052?ean=9781477310694&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwnbmaBhD-ARIsAGTPcfWP3Ze88JDhxHnearnTzRBZAfUkNRC2psFnAn5FVFXlU2StQpRiuMAaAtxIEALw_wcB">Sacred Consumption: Food and Ritual in Aztec Art and Culture</a>

Hi, Hungry for History listeners. Season 2 of the show is coming Sept 2024! We can't wait for you all to hear all the fun episodes we are working on. See you all real soon. - Eva and Maite

Hosts EVA LONGORIA and MAITE GOMEZ-REJÓN explore the origins of some of the most delicious dishes, ingredients, and beverages from their culture. They’ll share personal memories and family stories, decode culinary customs, and even provide a recipe for listeners to try at home. Through lighthearted dialogue and historical facts, our hosts will take us on a culinary journey that will connect our past with our present and prove that we are all Hungry for History.

Hi, Hungry for History listeners. Season 2 of the show is coming Sept 2024! We can't wait for you all to hear all the fun episodes we are working on. See you all real soon. - Eva and Maite
Hosts EVA LONGORIA and MAITE GOMEZ-REJÓN explore the origins of some of the most delicious dishes, ingredients, and beverages from their culture. They’ll share personal memories and family stories, decode culinary customs, and even provide a recipe for listeners to try at home. Through lighthearted dialogue and historical facts, our hosts will take us on a culinary journey that will connect our past with our present and prove that we are all Hungry for History.

Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

All About Mexican Candy

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