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Learn the art of medieval cooking | INDIE ALASKA
Season 14
Episode 9
Ever wondered how people cooked in the Middle Ages? At Alaska's Three Barons' Renaissance Fair, historical re-enactors, Robin Cacy and Veronica Tatum bring medieval cuisine to life. With Alaska’s climate, find out why there’s no better place to experience true medieval cooking while debunking myths about historical food while proving you don't need modern gadgets to make delicious meals.
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