The King of Love or The Horseradish Uncertainty

Folklore, Food & Fairytales

In which we discover that last names are underrated, there are always worse mothers-in-law, and that horseradish can be a gateway to a better life. We also find that kindness, goodness and a close relationship with the King of Birds are an advantage in life.

We also examine the fascinating role of horseradish in history, medicine and folklore as well as its contribution to the culinary arts.

The story in today's episode is The King of Love, a Sicilian folk tale adapted from Italian Popular Tales by Thomas Frederick Crane and Caterina the Wise and Other Wondrous Sicilian Folk & Fairytales by Giuseppe Pitré, translated and edited by Jack Zipes

The recipe in today's episode is Smoked Mackerel Pâté.

If you would like to find more information about any of the books or research in this episode you can find them in Further Reading.

You can also find out more at Hestia's Kitchen which has all past episodes and the connected recipes on the blog. If you'd like to get in touch about the podcast you can find me on Twitter or Instagram at @FairyTalesFood.