NaN/100 votes#1 - George Washington's Whiskey
Season 8 Episode 1 - Aired 6/26/2017
The Season 8 premiere explores George Washington's retirement years during a visit to Mount Vernon. Recipes include Washington's unaged rye whiskey, produced and sold from the on-site distillery, pecan-stuffed suckling pig, pork kidney and plum pudding.
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#2 - Peace and Autonomy
Season 8 Episode 2 - Aired 7/3/2017
The world of the Maroons of Accompong Town is explored during a visit to Jamaica. Recipes include a traditional roasted jerk pig and a savor pepper pot soup.
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#3 - German Born, American Made
Season 8 Episode 3 - Aired 7/10/2017
A visit to Henry Muhlenberg's family home in Trappe, Pa. Muhlenberg, an immigrant pastor, was father to Peter (Washington's general) and Henry Jr., a renowned botanist. Recipes include such German fare as pickled lamb tongue, stuffed cabbage and more.
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#4 - Creole Cuisine and the War of 1812
Season 8 Episode 4 - Aired 7/17/2017
The Battle of New Orleans, which catapulted Andrew Jackson to fame, is spotlighted. Recipes include redfish courtboullion, brandied bananas with rum and cream cheese ice cream and more.
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#5 - 300 Years of Service
Season 8 Episode 5 - Aired 7/24/2017
Philadelphia's Christ Church, which dates to 1695, is explored. Recipes include sauerbraten, spicy cabbage slaw and more.
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#6 - Bonaparte in St. Lucia
Season 8 Episode 6 - Aired 7/31/2017
Saint Lucia, the contested jewel between the English and the French and also the hotly debated birthplace of French Empress Josephine Bonaparte, is discussed. Upper-class French recipes include Navarin d'Agneau and more.
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#7 - Alexander Hamilton the Financier
Season 8 Episode 7 - Aired 8/7/2017
The story of Alexander Hamilton is explored. Dishes include fricassee of veal with turnips, soft shell crabs and a classic dessert.
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#8 - Cajon Cuisine of the Acadians
Season 8 Episode 8 - Aired 8/14/2017
A visit to Louisiana explores the Cajun culture and discovers the unique cuisine of the American South. Authentic Cajun recipes include rabbit and squirrel jambalaya; and turtle sauce piquante.
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#9 - Yorktown - The Last Battle
Season 8 Episode 9 - Aired 8/21/2017
The Battle of Yorktown, the final land battle of the American Revolution, is explored. Dishes include seafood stew; broad beans with pork and duck; and fried rabbit.
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#10 - The Mummers: Pistols, Parasols & Parades
Season 8 Episode 10 - Aired 8/28/2017
The Mummers, a unique part of Philadelphia's culture, are spotlighted. They're known for their vibrant costumes and New Year's Day parade. Recipes include Philadelphia pepperpot, braised bluefish, skillet cornbread and more.
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#11 - Coffee Past, Present & Future
Season 8 Episode 11 - Aired 9/4/2017
A visit to one of Philadelphia's longest running coffee producers. Java-inspired recipes include coffee-marinated tenderloin of beef, coffee-infused diver scallops, and coffee cake.
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#12 - The Queen of the Caribbean
Season 8 Episode 12 - Aired 9/11/2017
The tiny island of Nevis, known as the "Queen of the Caribbean" during the 18th century, is visited. Recipes include a plantation-style pig roast feast.
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#13 - Washington's Character, Charisma & Ambition
Season 8 Episode 13 - Aired 9/18/2017
The Season 8 finale compiles Chef Walter Staib's favorite segments spotlighting George Washington.
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The Best Episodes of A Taste of History Season 8
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Season 8 Ratings Summary
"George Washington's Whiskey" is the best rated episode of "A Taste of History" season 8. It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 6/26/2017. This episode is rated NaN points higher than the second-best, "Peace and Autonomy".