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During Prohibition, while Al Capone was rising to worldwide prominence as Public Enemy Number One, the townspeople of rural Templeton, Iowa - population just 418 - were busy with a bootlegging empire of their own. Led by Joe Irlbeck, the whip-smart and gregarious son of a Bavarian immigrant, the outfit of farmers, small merchants, and even the church Monsignor worked together to create a whiskey so excellent, it was ordered by name: Templeton Rye.

How can you cheat… at drinking wine? It turns out you can. And when you do, a whole world of power, ego and money will unravel. Corked is the scandalous saga in the glamorous, competitive and mysterious world of fine wines.

Temperance & Table is a cozy, curious dive into the stories where food, drink, history, and true crime collide. Hosted by Chef Jenny Fox, each episode explores the hidden side of culinary culture — from luxury wine frauds and mob-run bakeries to Prohibition speakeasies, haunted taverns, and the mysterious origins of the foods we love. Part storytelling, part history, part chef-to-friend conversation, this podcast brings together Jenny’s restaurant background, true crime fascination, and love for uncovering the deeper meaning behind what we eat and drink. Pull up a chair, pour your ...

Absinthe, an elixir made of alcohol and herbs, is a booming business. Yet it is still an underground culture, associated with mystery, romance, and bohemian lifestyles, in keeping with its popularity among the writers, artists, and other ne'er-do-wells. First produced in eighteenth century, the spirit, known as "the Green Fairy," was banned worldwide by 1914 before the bans were gradually overturned beginning in 2005, the year Switzerland relegalized absinthe.

“The ultimate truffle true crime tale”*: A thrilling journey through the hidden underworld of the world's most prized luxury ingredient. *Bianca Bosker, New York Times bestselling author of Cork Dork Beneath the gloss of star chefs and crystal-laden tables, the truffle supply chain is...

After bursting onto the scene in 2002, Rudy Kurniawan quickly became the leading purveyor of rare wines to the American elite. But in April 2008, his lots of Domaine Ponsot Clos Saint-Denis red burgundy - dating as far back as 1945 - were abruptly pulled from auction. The problem? The winemaker was certain that this particular burgundy was first produced only in 1982.

This novel take on the history of wine reveals that, whether by adding toxic sweeteners or passing off counterfeit bottles, wine fraud is abundant—and as old as wine itself. Vintage Crime will intrigue even the most sated of wine drinkers with its juicy tales of deception, raising interesting questions along the way: what counts as wine, why do we drink it, and what makes a wine truly authentic?

This audiobook explains the scientific tools and techniques that revealed the century's biggest food fraud scams. It looks in detail at the biggest scams in recent times; drawing on the lead author's extensive experience at the forefront of the fight against these fraudsters, it goes on to explore the arms race between scientists and adulterers as better techniques for detection spur more creative and sophisticated means of adulteration.

From syrup swindles to dairy deceptions, Crime & Nourishment investigates the strange world of Canadian food crimes—and the stories they were never meant to tell.

Crime Bistro is a true crime podcast that examines the stories, forensics, and investigations surrounding each case we discuss. Every episode dives into a unique case and provides a comprehensive look at a fascinating mystery and all those involved. Gaze into the world of true crime and coffee tasting as you listen to each story, and join us for some entertainment and a great brew.

Did your mom trick you into eating spinach? Did your brother take the last cookie again? When your dinner time disputes get too hot to handle, you take them to food court. On every hilarious episode of Food Crimes, real kids bring their real stories to the food court to get the five star representation they've hungered for and the food justice they deserve. And no matter who gets charged, it's up to kids to decide the verdict. Justice will be served, preferably with a side of fries! Ready to jump in? Pick any episode and start listening! Great for kids ages 7 - 12. Want more episodes now? ...

Crime Over Wine shares those head-scratching crime stories that just go down better with a glass of wine. Every week, we will share a true crime story over a different bottle of wine. But we're not just talking about the creepy, gory stories of murder and the likes that keep you up every night. Nope, we're also taking a deeper look at those otherwise run-of-the-mill crimes that have bizarre twists. We break it down every week over a bottle of red or white.

Chris Garcia wrote Food Criminals (called Food & Crime when published by Pen & Sword in 2023) and now he's working on the sequels! Each episode is a chapter in the upcoming book, starting with Food Criminals: Last Seating, looking at murders in restaurants.

In the heart of the English Cotswolds, a centuries-old holiday tradition turns sinister when a beloved gingerbread house competition becomes the scene of a shocking murder. As more victims emerge, villagers whisper about rivalries, scandals, and even an old curse tied to gingerbread baking. From Sloppers AI and Simon Kill-Solvington, The Gingerbread Murders is a six-part true crime investigation blending folklore, forensic science, and small-town secrets to uncover how a cozy holiday tradition spiraled into one of Britain’s strangest serial cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Welcome to Dinner and a Mystery. A cozy corner of the internet where good good meets great suspense. Each week we will dish out and easy-to-make recipe and pair it with a chilling true crime or mystery story perfect for your podcast playlist while dinner simmers. Tonight's menu: Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie, No rolling dough, no preheating ovens-just five minutes of prep and let your crockpot do the work. While dinner bubbles in the background we are crawling into an eerie tales. So come for dinner and stay for the danger.

Have you ever heard about the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist of the 2010's? What about the debate over so-called "slow food?" Do you ever wonder how identity is tied to food? Have you ever questioned if your parmesan and olive oil are actually made in Italy? If you've ever wanted to know more about humanity's complicated and storied history with food, then this is the podcast for you. Join host Kenny Mears as he dishes up the dirty history of the dark side of dining, from food fraud and smuggling to endangered foods and how we can feed the world.

Celebrities can be talented, sure, but should they really be making wine? Join Judges Topher and Rachel as they use their oenological savvy and pop culture deep cuts to answer that very question. After drinking all the evidence and sorting their way through red herrings, they will determine whether some of Hollywood and music's biggest stars are, in fact, guilty of True Crimes Against Wine.

Join me for a story read by someone from the good old swamp. Have a seat, make yourself comfortable, and enjoy a little taste of home. I'm so glad you could join me, and I hope you enjoy this story.

🍰 Sinister Sweets Podcast 🍰 🎙️ Where True Crime Meets Baking Delights 🎙️ Hosted by a therapist & baker duo with a taste for the chilling and sweet. Each episode serves up a sinister story, paired with a dessert inspired by the case. Perfect for true crime lovers with a sweet tooth! 🍫🔪

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