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The History of Breakfast Burritos
February 26, 2025 · 27 min

In this episode of Sprung On Food, host Kae Sprung delves into the world of breakfast burritos with writer and comedian Mark Rennie. They explore Mark's passion for this versatile, satisfying dish, discussing personal preferences, local favorite spots, and the essential elements that make a perfect bite. The episode also traces the historical journey of the burrito from Mesoamerica to its present-day glory, touching on key moments like the invention of the breakfast burrito and its rise in pop culture. A must-watch for food enthusiasts and breakfast burrito lovers alike!

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About the show:Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.

00:00 Introduction to Breakfast Burritos

00:18 Guest Introduction: Mark Rennie

00:39 Mark's Love for Breakfast Burritos

02:18 Favorite Breakfast Burrito Spots

04:44 Making Breakfast Burritos at Home

08:05 The History of the Burrito

12:30 The Origin of the Burrito Name

14:17 The Burrito's Journey to the United States

15:03 Baking Mishaps and Cookie Adventures

15:41 The Art of Cookie Making

17:16 The Evolution of Burritos

18:28 The Rise of Breakfast Burritos

24:02 Burritos in Pop Culture

26:00 Modern Burrito Innovations

26:31 Final Thoughts on Burritos