Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

The Burger’s Journey, Part 2: From Happy Meals to Global Gourmet Grills

April 16, 2026·30 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Eva and Maite continue their burger series with the invention of the Happy Meal and the powerful marketing of fast food to families. Along the way, they spotlight the often overlooked contributions of women and trace the evolution of the burger from fast food staple to gourmet icon, including the rise of the smashburger. As the burger crosses borders, it transforms, absorbing local flavors and traditions. This episode reveals how one of the world’s most recognizable foods continues to evolve, reflecting the tastes, histories, and creativity of the people who make it their own. Eva’s cookbook in Part 2 of Burgers:https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739587/my-mexican-kitchen-by-eva-longoria/    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podzilla Summary coming soon

Sign up to get notified when the full AI-powered summary is ready.

Get Free Summaries →

Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.

Listen to This Episode

Get summaries like this every morning.

Free AI-powered recaps of Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón and your other favorite podcasts, delivered to your inbox.

Get Free Summaries →

Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.