Everyday Epicurean

Deciphering the Delight of Biscuits and Gravy

Percival Fairchild III, the British food critic hosts a masterful exposé of an ordinary American breakfast: Biscuits and Gravy. Serving with fervor his signature blend of high cuisine lingo and meticulous food analysis, Percival eloquently illustrates how this forgotten treasure is the emblem of American heritage. Expect innocence in simplicity as he proves that this comfort food has the right to sit at the high table of global cuisine.

Lessons from a Cafeteria Banquet

In this podcast episode, Percival Fairchild III transports his listeners to the bustling epicentre of youth: an American school cafeteria. With great flair and poise, he critiques the simple cafeteria fare that generations have grown upon. From the yeasty bite of a pizza slice, to the sweet symphony of corn niblets, the shell-breaking pleasure of peas, the humble soothing of a milk carton, and the jiggly delight of a Jello-O dessert, the school lunch is dissected in all its simplistic complexity. Join him as he charts a gastronomic journey through an emblematic food landscape of the American education system.

Pop Rocks - An Edible Overture

In this engaging episode, Percival Fairchild III dives into the crackling world of Pop Rocks, a candy that celebrates simple elegance and daring innovation. With his signature eloquence, he peels back the layers of this childhood favourite to reveal an artful harmony between taste, texture, and auditory spectacle.

Bean There, Toasted That

In this riveting episode, Percival Fairchild III takes listeners on an unpretentious gastronomic adventure as he deconstructs and venerates the modest Heinz Baked Beans on toast. Diving into granular detail, Fairchild reveals how this simple dish performs an extraordinary symphony of contrasts that transforms the mundane into a satisfying feast for the senses.

The Simplicity Symphony of Spaghetti-O’s

In this episode, our esteemed host, Percival Fairchild III, embarks on the critique of a classic American convenience food, Spaghetti-O's. With his renowned trademark flair and sophistication, he amusingly dissects the modest charm and unique palatability found within each ringlet of this beloved pasta. Treating this canned culinary trope with the tongue of a fine dining reviewer, Percival brings you a truly enriching and entertaining listen.

Unboxing the Ocean in a Can

In this episode, Percival Fairchild III explores the epicurean depths of an everyday staple - a can of tuna. With his usual regal eloquence, he pays his regards to the unsung hero snug within its unassuming aluminium fortress, unravelling a symphony of tastes and textures that span the seven seas. Captivating the senses and evoking nostalgic oceanic imagery, Fairchild dives beyond the tin exterior to critique a dish as ubiquitous as it is underrated.

Pickle Persuasions

In yet another gastronomic journey into the ordinary, Percival Fairchild III explores the multi-sensory delight housed within a humble jar of pickles. With his usual eloquent charm and inspired wordsmithing, Percival dives into a world of crisp bites, dramatic contrasts, and the symphony of flavours in each delicately preserved cucumber.

The Peanut Butter Paradigm

In this episode, Percival Fairchild III dissects the ubiquitous peanut butter and banana sandwich, tracing its lineage as a staple of the American lunchbox. With his characteristic eloquence and charm, Fairchild explores the subtle complexity of flavours and textures within this seemingly mundane concoction. He delves into a sensorial journey, examining the dance between creamy peanut butter and sweet, ripe bananas, all delicately nestled between two toasted slices of bread. Journey with Percival on this quaint culinary adventure as he brings to focus the hidden grandeur in the everyday snack.

Twinkie Tales: The Sweet Simplicity

In this eye-opening episode, Percival Fairchild III delves into the humble Twinkie, an American snack staple. With his highbrow critique and jovial commentary, Percival uncovers unexpected layers of taste, texture, and sentimentality hidden inside this iconic golden treat. Listen as he weaves a narrative around this unassuming sponge cake, elevating it from a simple snack to a symphony of delight that dances on the tongues of those adventurous enough to indulge.

Crunching the Code on Chips Ahoy!

In this episode, Percival Fairchild III delves into a humble yet classic American treat, the Chips Ahoy! cookie. True to his tradition, Percival unravels the most ordinary of foods with unexpected elegance and depth. He explores the crisp surface, the understated distribution of chocolate chips, and the unassuming beauty in each morsel's transformation when paired with a simple brew. Borrowing from his ancestral legacy, he infuses an 'everyday epicurean' viewpoint into evaluating this popular sweet delight. Food criticism takes a pleasantly surprising turn as he brings the sandwich Earl’s sophistication to dissecting this everyday snack.