Etymoleon - Word History, etymology

38. English Breakfast

April 28, 2024 Leon Bailey-Green Season 1 Episode 38
38. English Breakfast
Etymoleon - Word History, etymology
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Etymoleon - Word History, etymology
38. English Breakfast
Apr 28, 2024 Season 1 Episode 38
Leon Bailey-Green

In this episode, we get into the history of the Full English Breakfast, a dish that took shape around the 18th century. Explore the etymological origins of its essential components such as sausages, eggs, bacon, black pudding and baked beans. Uncover the intriguing story of why tomatoes were once known as 'love apples'. Additionally, discover the connection between the uses of term 'toast', and why it's associated not only with bread, but also with the raising of glasses in celebration.

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In this episode, we get into the history of the Full English Breakfast, a dish that took shape around the 18th century. Explore the etymological origins of its essential components such as sausages, eggs, bacon, black pudding and baked beans. Uncover the intriguing story of why tomatoes were once known as 'love apples'. Additionally, discover the connection between the uses of term 'toast', and why it's associated not only with bread, but also with the raising of glasses in celebration.