How the world's desires were fuelled
How fine fragrance became what it is today
The golden fruit that became a symbol of love and wealth
How snow and ice were transformed into one of the world’s most popular desserts
The complex and sometimes shocking story of the diamond industry throughout history
Sushi originally started in East Asia as a means of preserving fish
From nomads to nobles, the working relationship between humans and raptors
What are the origins of knitting and how did it spread to different parts of the world?
The uses and meanings of headwear from prehistory to today
Who made a fortune and who was crushed in the rush for gold in California in 1849?
Uncovering the rich cultural and medical history of the world's oldest sweet
From dining in Song-dynasty China to the modern open kitchen
Blue Gold or Devil's Dye? The complex history of the precious blue dye
Domesticated cats have been worshipped, vilified and revered throughout history
Opium’s journey from vital medicine to dangerously addictive drug
Exploring the rags to riches life story of the French fashion designer
The social history of pearls as a fashion and status symbol over the centuries
The unique allure of spices that preyed on emotion and taste, and powered whole Empires
A history of footwear
How sugar travelled across the world and seduced all on its path
Bridget Kendall and guests on the glamorous world of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent.
How fine fragrance became liquid luxury in a bottle
Luxuries and everyday goods that travelled East and West
The history of cacao in the Americas, from the Maya to the Aztecs
Paris in the 19th Century when permissiveness mixed with political and creative optimism
