Cinnamon: The History of True Cinnamon & Cassia

On this episode of Eat My Globe our host, Simon Majumdar , will be discussing the origins of cinnamon , a spice that is now in most kitchens in the world but was once the most expensive spice on earth. He will discuss the difference between cinnamon and cassia ; how a Roman emperor burned a huge amount of cinnamon at the funeral of his wife; how the Silk Road and the Columbian Exchange brought the valuable spice to Europe; how its smell reminds Simon of every American airport; and so much more. It is truly a fascinating history. So make sure to follow along every week and

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Cinnamon: The History of True Cinnamon & Cassia is an episode from Eat My Globe by Simon Majumdar.

This episode is 28:55 long.

This episode was published on Jun 16, 2025.

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