Mango Season Adds Flavor To Kenya's Njaanuary
January is a tough month in Kenya as people's wallets recover from the holidays. The month is known as Njaanuary — or hungry January. But at least there are mangoes. Loads of them.
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Why Wet Markets Are The Perfect Place To Spread Disease
The coronavirus sweeping through China is believed to have started at a wet market, where fish, poultry and other animals are slaughtered on the premises. We visit a wet market in Hong Kong.
Remembering 'Kiwi Queen' Frieda Caplan, Who Expanded U.S. Supermarket Offerings
Frieda Caplan, better known as the "Kiwi Queen," helped introduce hundreds of fruits and vegetables to American supermarkets. She died on Jan. 18 at the age of 96.
'Franchise' Tracks The Rise And Role Of Fast Food In Black America
History professor Marcia Chatelain's new book tracks what she calls the hidden history of the relationships between the struggle for civil rights and the expansion of the fast food industry.
Remembering 'Mama Malnati,' Matriarch Of Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza
Donna Marie Malnati has been widely credited with creating the secret recipe for the deep-dish pizza crust used in a few of Chicago's most famous pizzerias. She died in early January at the age of 93.
During Impeachment Trial, Some Senators Enjoy A Glass Of Milk
It's a tradition for long days in the Senate that goes back to 1966. It was during a debate on labor law, that then Sen. Everett Dirksen said he needed something more nourishing than water.
Why Milk And Water Are The Only Drinks Allowed On The Senate Floor
Capitol Hill Twitter exploded over a report that senators were only allowed to drink milk and water on the floor. Turns out there's a long history of beverage regulation in the legislative body.
Ready For Meat Grown From Animal Cells? A Startup Plans A Pilot Facility
Memphis Meats, a startup company that has just raised $161 million, says it has a "clear path" to bringing cell-based meats to market. Yet the company and its competitors face challenges.
Spiced-Up Drinks For Dry January
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Bon Appétit's Alex Delany about exciting new drinks for Dry January.
Not My Job: We Quiz Food Writer Alison Roman On Cooking The Books
We ask the author of Nothing Fancy and Dining In three questions about financial fraud.