Food has long been a beloved aspect of American culture, inspiring countless phrases that enrich our language—from New York's "big apple" to the familiar "wake up and smell the coffee." But what are the origins of these culinary expressions? This episode delves into the fascinating history behind these food-related idioms, uncovering their roots and how they have woven themselves into the fabric of everyday conversation in the United States.
Show
America's Secret Slang
Episode
S01E06
Air Date
May 12, 2013
Season 1 Episodes
S01E01
The Price
S01E01
Guns, Booze, and Politics
S01E02
Bargaining For Time
S01E02
Them's Fighting Words
S01E03
Y'all Speak Country
S01E03
Masked Identity
S01E04
West Word, Ho!
S01E04
Ransom or Redhead
S01E05
Coming to America
S01E05
Master Builder
S01E06
Talking Turkey
S01E06
No Dice
S01E07
Love on the Rocks
S01E08
The Law of Jumanji
S01E09
Stormy Weather
S01E10
El Pollo Jumanji
S01E11
Perfect Match
S01E12
The Gift
S01E13
Truth Or Consequently