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The Food Chain

BBC World Service

The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food, and what it takes to put food on your plate.

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Wednesday · 26 min
Is a healthy diet more expensive?
With the price of food rising globally, Ruth Alexander asks, does healthy food cost more?
September 9 · 26 min
What do chefs eat?
How chefs stay fueled whilst cooking for us
August 19 · 26 min
The regulars
Why some people frequent the same business again and again
August 12 · 26 min
Leaving home
What should you be able to cook when you leave home for the first time?
August 5 · 26 min
What can food tell us about the past?
How ancient diets, old recipes and archaeology reveal the story of our past.
July 29 · 26 min
Should I cut down on carbs?
Low-carb diets are popular. But do you really need to reduce how much carbs you eat?
July 22 · 26 min
When should I eat my evening meal?
The science, myths and practical advice behind the timing of dinner
July 15 · 26 min
The rise of eating alone
More of us live alone now, but are we becoming more comfortable with dining solo too?
July 8 · 26 min
What do World Cup footballers eat?
The science and logistics behind feeding footballers at the highest level.
July 1 · 26 min
How to order a restaurant meal like a pro
Eating out at a restaurant can be expensive, so how can you make sure it’s worth it?
June 24 · 26 min
What to eat for a better night's sleep
From kiwi fruit to caffeine: what helps, and what hinders, a good night's rest?
June 17 · 26 min
Why do we love smoky flavours so much?
We look at the enduring appeal of smoked foods around the world.
June 11 · 26 min
Can music change the way food tastes?
The surprising links between music, flavour and customer behaviour.
June 3 · 26 min
Can I save the family restaurant?
Following Lisa He as she puts her career on hold to try and save the family's restaurant
May 27 · 26 min
The business of food tours
How guided food experiences became a fast-growing part of global tourism.
May 20 · 26 min
The craft of the cocktail
Three renowned bartenders on what it takes to create the perfect drink.
May 13 · 26 min
How to meal prep like a pro
How batch cooking can save time, money and food waste
May 6 · 26 min
Don't underestimate the potato
Nutritious, versatile and world-changing, we re-evaluate this humble vegetable.
April 29 · 26 min
The food writers
Three food writers on how their jobs matter more than ever in times of global uncertainty
April 22 · 26 min
Can we eat for exam success?
Can a good diet support brain health, sleep and concentration during exams?

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