Episode 108: From Hearth to Home: A Brief History of American Kitchens

In the first of two episodes on the history of kitchens in America, Brenda Bryan takes us on a journey through the evolution of the American kitchen from the colonial period to the mid-20th century. Drawing on insights from the book "America's Kitchens" by Nancy Carlisle, Melinda Talbot Nasardinov, and Jennifer Pustz, Brenda illuminates the cultural, technological, and social factors that shaped the American kitchen over time. From the humble hearth of colonial times to the modern appliances of the mid-century, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of the most important rooms in the house.You can find "America's Kitchens" on Amazon and AbeBooksFind us @renovationmaderight on social mediawww.renovationmaderight.comwww.blackdogbuilders.comSend us your questions at renovationmaderight@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.