
36: Taste Bud Adventures: Exploring the 5 Basic Tastes - Part 2
09/19/24 • 39 min
Join us for the exciting conclusion of our series on taste buds as we conduct live taste tests of the final two flavors: sour and umami. In this episode, we chat about the unique characteristics of these tastes, exploring how they complement our culinary experiences. From tangy citrus to savory umami-rich dishes, we'll sample and discuss a variety of flavors to understand their impact on our palates.
Tune in to discover the nuances of sour and umami, and learn how these flavors enhance the enjoyment of food in different cuisines around the world.
Continue the exploration into tastes and flavors with the websites and resources we mentioned in this episode:
- MSG
- Burlap & Barrel’s Umami Blend
- Check out our episode 34 on how to tell if you’re a supertaster
- Fennel + Citrus Salad with Shallots and Capers
- Mount Olive pickle chips
- North Carolina State Fair
- Pickle Treats
- Sandwich stuffer pickles
- Fish sauce
- Vegemite
- The Hamlet (British store in Mt. Kisco, NY)
- Food 52 article on why umami is so hard to describe
- Balsamic vinegar
- Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Balsamic Marinated Pork Tenderloin
- O & Co. Fig Balsamic
- Aged Balsamic Vinegar
- Tomato paste tube
- Chicken Fajitas
- Asafoetida (hing/heeng) powder
- Ashley's Grill seasoning recipe (It's delicious!)
See show notes for this episodes at www.passingtheplate.org/36
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!
Join us for the exciting conclusion of our series on taste buds as we conduct live taste tests of the final two flavors: sour and umami. In this episode, we chat about the unique characteristics of these tastes, exploring how they complement our culinary experiences. From tangy citrus to savory umami-rich dishes, we'll sample and discuss a variety of flavors to understand their impact on our palates.
Tune in to discover the nuances of sour and umami, and learn how these flavors enhance the enjoyment of food in different cuisines around the world.
Continue the exploration into tastes and flavors with the websites and resources we mentioned in this episode:
- MSG
- Burlap & Barrel’s Umami Blend
- Check out our episode 34 on how to tell if you’re a supertaster
- Fennel + Citrus Salad with Shallots and Capers
- Mount Olive pickle chips
- North Carolina State Fair
- Pickle Treats
- Sandwich stuffer pickles
- Fish sauce
- Vegemite
- The Hamlet (British store in Mt. Kisco, NY)
- Food 52 article on why umami is so hard to describe
- Balsamic vinegar
- Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Balsamic Marinated Pork Tenderloin
- O & Co. Fig Balsamic
- Aged Balsamic Vinegar
- Tomato paste tube
- Chicken Fajitas
- Asafoetida (hing/heeng) powder
- Ashley's Grill seasoning recipe (It's delicious!)
See show notes for this episodes at www.passingtheplate.org/36
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!
Previous Episode

35: Taste Bud Adventures: Exploring the 5 Basic Tastes - Part 1
Last week we talked about being “supertasters,” and now we’re taking it a little further by exploring the 5 different tastes that we experience through our taste buds. Starting with sweet, we explore the world of flavors, with a focus on tasty fruits. From sweet to sour, salty, bitter, and umami, join us as we articulate and analyze each taste.
Get ready for a flavor adventure that will deepen your appreciation for the diverse experiences our taste buds offer.
Explore further with these websites and resources mentioned in this episode:
- Mike’s Hot Honey
- Truffle-infused honey
- Eggplant and Manchego grilled cheese sandwiches
- Pretzel snaps
- Pretzel rods
- Sourdough pretzels
- Pretzel twists
- Battery-operated pepper/salt grinder
- Ghirardelli Intense 72% dark chocolate
- Nespresso machine
- Garlicky broccoli rabe recipe
- More information about taste buds from Cleveland Clinic
- Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials Podcast
- Ancestry DNA
- MyHeritageDNA
See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/35
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!
Next Episode

37: Crunchy & Sweet: Apple-Centric Favorites
As fall arrives, so does apple season! Join us in this episode as we celebrate the versatility of apples in the kitchen. From baking pies to enjoying them as a snack, apples are a staple in many households. We'll share our favorite apple-centric foods and memories, from pie-making sessions to apple-picking adventures.
Tune in to discover recipes, hear heartwarming stories, and embrace the flavors of autumn with us.
Find all the websites, links and resources we mentioned in this episode:
- Find an apple orchard near you with the Apple orchard locator
- Dutch apple pie recipe
- Apple crisp for two
- Mulled cider applesauce recipe
- Muesli
- Apple pie spice blend that Lisa uses in her oatmeal.
- Rolled oats
- Steel-cut oats
- Instant Pot
- Quaker Fruit & Cream instant oatmeal packets
- Cheesy bacon & apple croissants recipe
- Baked apple spice donut recipe
- Donut pan
- Slowly cooked salmon with roasted brussels sprouts, avocado, & apples
- NC Apple Growers
- Food Network apple recipe roundup
- Grilled cheese with ham, apple, and thyme
See show notes for this episode at www.passingtheplate.org/37
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!
If you like this episode you’ll love
Episode Comments
Generate a badge
Get a badge for your website that links back to this episode
<a href="https://goodpods.com/podcasts/passing-the-plate-podcast-306100/36-taste-bud-adventures-exploring-the-5-basic-tastes-part-2-74129751"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/goodpods-images-bucket/badges/generic-badge-1.svg" alt="listen to 36: taste bud adventures: exploring the 5 basic tastes - part 2 on goodpods" style="width: 225px" /> </a>
Copy