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Introducing Gastronomics

April 7, 2026 · 2 min

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Gastronomics is about the business of food. In each episode, host Alex Mayyasi talks to chefs, economists, and people with insights and stories about how economics shapes the modern menu. Meet a trend forecaster who tracks thousands of menus to know exactly when restaurants should start serving yuzu lemonade or ube pancakes. Discover how Best Restaurant lists get made. And learn why billionaires like Bill Gates buy lots and lots of farmland. Subscribe here, on YouTube, or any podcast player. And subscribe for email updates at gastronomicspodcast.com.

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