The Toasty Kettle Podcast

Latest Episodes
Who Invented Oreos: The World’s Most Popular Cookie
Are you a biter, a twister, or a dunker? Today’s show is all about who invented Oreos and how this humble snack became the world’s most popular cookie. Nabisco is responsible for creating the cookie itself. In 1912 they rolled
How to Make Root Beer: The History of an Iconic Beverage
Have you ever wondered how to make root beer? Root beer is one of those iconic American beverages. Historically it was made by combining bark from the sassafras root with wintergreen, vanilla and other spices and seasonings. On today’s episode
The History of White Castle: Slider Anyone?
The history of White Castle is fascinating. White Castle has been around forever! Ok, maybe not forever, but they have been around for a long long time. In fact, White Castle is the nation’s oldest burger chain. You heard that
Who Invented Kool-Aid? Nebraska’s Official Soft Drink!
Have you ever wondered who invented Kool-Aid? We all have pounded some serious Kool-Aid at some point in life. From hair dye to an addition to pickles, Kool-Aid has become more than just another beverage. This drink was invented in
Grinders and More At The Red Pepper With Jeff Tellmann
On today’s episode we travel back to North Dakota to visit The Red Pepper. The Red Pepper started back in the 60s and quickly became a Grand Forks institution. Jeff Tellmann comes on the show to talk all about his
Westside Drive In With Chef Lou Aaron: Food for the Soul
Today’s episode is all about the history of the Westside Drive In with current owner, Chef Lou Aaron. Under Chef Lou’s direction, they have been featured in several publications and on a few Food Network programs, most notably Diners Drive
Food Inventions That Changed The World…Almost
Anyone who watches television can testify that there are many food inventions that changed the world, almost. Some of these creations could straight up be leading characters in a fantasy novel. Many of them are so fantastical, that the world
The History of In-N-Out: I’ll Have Mine Animal Style
The history of In-N-Out stretches all the way back to 1948. Harry and Esther Snyder started the first In-N-Out in Baldwin, CA. On today’s episode we are going to dive right into this amazing company and its history. Before I
What Is a Hot Brown With Marc Salmon
What is a hot brown? On today’s episode, Marc Salmon, with The Brown Hotel, gives us a detailed history of this amazing dish. It is bubbly and delicious! If you are in the Louisville area, you had better make sure
The History of Peanut Butter: Crunchy or Smooth???
Today’s episode is all about the history of peanut butter. From the ancient Incas to John Kellogg, we are going to do a deep dive into what makes this a truly delicious and American concoction. A Brief History of Peanut