Hummus: Where the Heart Is

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Hummus: Where the Heart Is

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Sep 28, 2018

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Several cultures claim hummus as their own invention, but all agree that the dish (although seen as a hippie/health food in the West) soothes the soul. Anney and Lauren explore the contentious history of hummus. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Sep 28, 2018

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