Sugar's History, The Gravenstein Apple, Is a Burrito a Taco?

Hosted by Evan Kleiman Aug. 01, 2015 Food & Drink

This week we discuss the cherished Gravenstein apple with pomologist David Karp and Sqirl's Jessica Koslow, and food historian Darra Goldstein gives us a glimpse at the history of sugar. Plus, Good Food's taco correspondent Bill Esparza explains why burritos are tacos.

Photo: David Karp

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