TASTE THAT! Origins

FRIED CHICKEN

Season 1 E 8 • 07/23/2026

Fried chicken is a global dish, but its most iconic American version was shaped by the skill, creativity, and culinary knowledge of Black cooks in the South.

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FRIED CHICKEN

Fried chicken is a global dish, but its most iconic American version was shaped by the skill, creativity, and culinary knowledge of Black cooks in the South.
07/23/2026
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