Menus that Made History and Why? | Sorted Food

[@hamie58]

This was really interesting, should get them to write down their guess after each clue to see how early they figure it out or how their thought process evolves.

[@laurenc.590]

YES! I would love to see how their guess changes over the course of watching and listening! In fact, not just after each clue, but like... let them scribble out their guesswork all along! (and then show us at the END, so as both to not to spoil our fun AND to provide a few chuckles)

[@rrramm7959]

SUCH A GOOD IDEA, YES

[@serebix3685]

Can only support this idea. It felt a little bit, like barry was (like some other times) only hitchhiking on some guesses. I really wonder if they either switched who guessed first, or your idea, writing it down the answers would not be different.

[@AserHapi]

Barry's comment about his own wedding's food is especially funny when you remember Ben baked the cake.

[@harryr2431]

AND Ben said, "Well, you had a very lovely dessert!"

[@spideyrox8520]

Idea for a scoring system. They have to write down a guess after each clue and get a point every time they're guess is correct. Then they lock in a final answer when the meal is complete which should be 2 or 3 points. Gives a reward for figuring it out faster and presents the opportunity for heartbreak if they have it right but change their mind.

[@michellebowen1194]

Oooh I like that idea!

[@jonathanhughes1318]

I had a feeling it had something to do with Elvis when Ebbers went from Royalty to Fried Chicken, and was confirmed with his “All Shook Up” and “Don’t be Cruel” references. Hahaha. I’d absolutely love to see more of these! I’m a sucker for trivia, history, and food, so this definitely ticks all of the boxes for me. 👍🏻

[@michaelandereck236]

I was thinking Elvis when he said the royalty bit but it got confirmed when he said "Don't be cruel"

[@chloeread5163]

Video idea - pass it on, prior to starting their turn every member is given a secret ingredient that has to make it to the final plate.

[@jamiedixon8255]

Banger

[@sdjacobs9628]

We need this

[@ninjaofslo]

Oh and none of the others know! That way everything they cook has to move forward

[@Aquelll]

Why not give them the ingredient when they come for their turn. More mayhem. Giving them time to think is antithetical to the whole format. 😅

[@H.J97]

@@Aquelll they pretty much did that already in one of the episodes, granted only barry got an ingredient but they all got a "twist" they had to use in the challenge

[@islandicedragon]

I got Elvis at 3:57 with the fried chicken, but didn't figure out the wedding meal part. I wouldn't mind seeing more of these on the channel. The only problem is I usually end up just making my self hungry by watching your videos.

[@Myrvold]

Which is why I watch Sorted while eating :P

[@brandonlantier]

Yeah the fried chicken was the clue for me too, royalty, but American royalty. Thank ya very muuuuch!

[@jayrennie7031]

8:21 and I thought i'd done quite well lol

[@neiladdison4457]

That's where I'm at... Still watching the vid but was sure it was to do with Elvis after fried chicken was mentioned, along with Royalty clue. Never got any further than that. Still watching the vid in fact😝

[@vidjoegammer]

@@neiladdison4457 Just did the same thing.

[@ConstitutionVet]

As a History teacher Id love yo see you go through that entire Menu book! It was the Ham and Eggs that gave it away for me only because it is my favorite breakfast go to and my Nan used to tell me it was Elvis's Favorite breakfast.

[@noxulula5548]

Absolutely loved this book

[@JackArcherX]

I ADORE this and would love it to become a new permanent show on the channel. Learning more about history is always fun and this ticks all the boxes for me!

[@carrieleslie903]

Yes, this concept is a keeper! Been watching Titanic menu on "Tasting History with Max Miller" and it has been interesting. Adding guessing element is fun!

[@PriyankitaPant]

I also thought of this channel instantly when I saw the video on my feed.

[@iheartpaulnash]

I think they should do an episode together! They’d all be great to watch together

[@piros100]

absolutely, this is a collaboration we all need 😀😄

[@kendrickkelly2336]

Max Miller is so DREAMY! (Schoolgirl scream) And yes, I am up for the crew doing more historical cooking like Townsends and Early American...Get them out of that horrid little business park studio.

[@mimikviat7981]

Yeees, collab!!

[@midori340]

I absolutely love this. As a history nerd and foodie, this was right up my alley......didn't get the event correct, but loved guessing and watching. Really hope this series sticks

[@FantasticOrangeJuice]

I love that you guys are still coming up with excellent, interesting, and brand new stuff after 10 years of watching. It's never what you expect, but always just what you need!

[@SortedFood]

😍🙌👍

[@clusterbungle]

3:30 "rock and rolling" and 3:50 "fit for royalty" immediately tipped me off about who this was cooked for, had no idea why though. Then when you said Jamie and Baz each had one I guessed it was probably a wedding 😃

[@carolprince16]

He also said "Don't be cruel." That sealed it for me. :D

[@pissmanjones2401]

i didn't catch the rock and rolling one! nice eye!

[@minwellitsanicknamebegrate2531]

To be fair it was the credits with Ben as Elvis but other then that Rockefeller and fit for royalty my brain said the king of rock & roll .

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Credit where it’s due: Ben makes a fun game show host and yes, we miss the Sparkly Jacket 😂

[@SortedFood]

He deffo needs the jacket next time 😂

[@karonwoods1077]

I miss James

[@carolprince16]

@@SortedFood Yes! Bring back the sparkly jacket!

[@KaiRossBest]

Loved this video! Hope you guys do more like this! :)

[@kathleenblight5071]

Definitely do more of these please!!!!

[@psychopathetic5341]

Idk why, maybe it's cuz you and Sorted occupy like 2 completely different parts of my brain, it feels so weird to see you here... Its like seeing a teacher at the supermarket...

[@icechiang]

I love learning about dishes and cooking in history! I like to learn how things were made, historical and cultural things, and the like. I hope you do more episodes like this.

[@SortedFood]

So do we, it's so interesting. We hope people like it, and if they do, we will do more for sure 😀

[@icechiang]

@@SortedFood You guys did a great job. I wouldn't mind seeing just a time period and some select dishes from it, not just a completed menu. I guessed right after Ebbers said it was a dish fit for royalty and started talking about fried chicken. Good clues!

[@Tigerius]

@@SortedFood yeah go on! It was quite interesting

[@amandamiller304]

@@SortedFood please do more of these

[@xdevilxbabex2003]

You mighy enjoy watching Mrs crocombe on the English heritage channel!

[@uberbubble]

3:54 Because it took me a sec to think who would be referred to as 'king' in the US. Great video concept, would love to see more like it!

[@Anna_TravelsByRail]

I’ve just figured it out: the reason why Bens chefs jacket isn’t on brand after the redesign, is because he has a new sparkly chefs jacket on back order. Must be, right?!?

[@GigaBoost]

It's because the redesign looks like shit

[@black_rabbit_0f_inle805]

Hopefully it's because off all the sequins he had special ordered

[@chermp6787]

@@GigaBoost one question: why?

[@francinewiley9298]

Absolutely love the concept! The historical element to this makes it! Always a bonus to see Ben geek out a little 😆

[@101Gamerbot]

I would love to see Ben do more of these. Some of my favorite videos are Ben getting to just cook and show new food, his skill, and nerd out about food. His energy and attitude is just so fun to watch

[@ethanhorn6093]

Watching Ebbers cut a piece of egg and put it atop his ham just gave him +5 brownie points from me. And no, I had no idea what the hell anyone was talking about but its always fun to watch Ebbers toss words at you and watch Jamie's face explode from disgust and confusion.

[@zacharyzeller7764]

Jamie asking "Have each of us had one of these?" clued me in on it being a wedding, had no clue whose though. Love the idea of this as a new series, can't wait for more!

[@RockinTheBassGuitar]

This was an incredibly fun format, I hope you guys do more of these.

[@lazysamare]

I loved Ebbers' little mini clues. This was brilliant. I guessed who the person was around about 4.04, mainly from the oysters rock and rolling. Didn't really get the event though. I'll be ready for the next one.

[@JustSomePasserby]

Exactly the same for me.

[@johnyesjustjohn]

I know it’s autocorrect not recognizing Rockefeller, but I kinda want to try “oysters rock-n-rolling.” 😁👍🏻 EDIT: I stand corrected! Ebbers said it, not autocorrect- but I still want to try it!

[@mustwereallydothis]

That's about when I figured out who it was about too. The rock and roll and royalty made it pretty obvious. It took me until the second clue to figure out the occasion though. ... at least, I think I figured it out. I'll let you know if I was correct once I finish watching.

[@lazysamare]

@@johnyesjustjohn Not autocorrect. It was a remark that Ben made.

[@mustwereallydothis]

I was right. Had he not given the second clue though, I would have definatly guessed his funeral. Especially given the "ending in tears (tiers)" clue. I was pretty sure they both hadn't been prematurely declared dead so I had to change my guess after the second clue.

[@anne-marie9842]

How did they guess?! This was fun, guys. Thank you. I love watching Ben cook, it’s all so fluent and clean and efficient AND he manages to talk sensibly at the same time.

[@RobertoVillegas-vincent404]

I knew for sure it had to do with Elvis after the “Don’t be cruel” line Ben said, but wasn’t sure on the event. This was really fun and definitely would like to see more.

[@GenXBecks]

When Ben mentioned that Priscilla was young, I did a search. I never knew that Elvis started "dating" her when she was 14. He was a predator. Yes there was a caveat in the video, but celebrating this wedding menu? Gross.

[@TheTemptress13]

I love historical food videos!! The old cookbook you guys use is great too!! Keep these videos up please!!! History and food are 2 of my favorite things so I love when they are merged into one. You guys and mythical kitchen do this really well.

[@karenkwan9782]

Would love for the normals to also say when they realized their answer/what clue gave it away! Or maybe they can say the other answers they had in their mind lol would also be pretty interesting to hear the discussion at the end :) looking forward to more of this series!

[@marvindacat]

yes, or write it down because it really sounded like Barry just copied Jamie and said menu rather than breakfast to change it up. And Jamie seemed to know early on.

[@easykial]

Oysters to fried chicken was eccentric enough for me to guess Howard Hughes, but remembering the royalty clue got me to the king

[@bananasenpai]

I've always enjoyed Tasting History with Max Miller, and Sorted bringing historical menus, not just dishes, but entire menus, just puts a smile on my face :)

[@gaborboth3602]

It might be better for them to try and make the correct guess together - it'd encourage discussion among themselves and give them more opportunity to talk!

[@kaemincha]

Wonderful idea for a series! Loved watching the boys guess and loved even more watching that delicious feast cooked!

[@JeffKelly03]

Once fried chicken and “fit for royalty” came into the mix, this one felt pretty obvious. Love this concept! Looking forward to more.

[@beautifulmidnight]

That’s where it clicked for me. What else could it *possibly* be?

[@MrTtmw]

@@beautifulmidnight I honestly thought that it was Harry's wedding with Megan markle 😅

[@sarahshealy7678]

LOVE this new series!! I couldn’t guess it but I can’t wait for the next one 😁

[@LelaMCRmy]

I knew it was Elvis after the first clue of the feast being fit for royalty, and knew it was his wedding after the second clue where Ebbers said both Barry and Jamie had had one. This was a really fun episode and I'd love to see more in this series!

[@cherylthompsonsmith1733]

Well, Elvis or The Beatles!

[@williamradke4290]

I love the concept of this idea, I'd like to see more. That said I would also love to see the return of Pass It On and the conclusion of the Chef Skills Challenge.

[@Erdnussbuttertoast]

well I was *very* wrong. but I LOVE the concept! more of these, please, it's like sorted's own little game show! :)

[@karlmarx9255]

i was also so far of how did they guess that? that was honestly impressive

[@ericawhitney3899]

For sure I would love to see more of these!!! Food and history- my two favorite items to watch combined!!! That would be awesome!

[@danutagajewski3330]

Fun theme...yes please! More of this! I thought the "tiers" clue was actually "tears," with Elvis' fans crying once the news about his marriage became public...but it definitely confirmed the celebrity was Elvis, and the event was his secret wedding.

[@eve-n-steven6093]

Mythical kitchen has a series Meals From Our Past and I think it’s so cool you both dove into this history of food, but completely different aspects

[@veronicarose4474]

This is such a clever idea! ❤️ I'd love to see more historically significant menus be brought to life. I'd guessed it was a wedding when clue number 2 came around but I hadn't figured out it was Elvis'.

[@scotty110]

the "don't be cruel" remark from Ebbers had to have also been a hint (I haven't finished watching so I dunno if he admits to it or not)

[@geoffreychan8967]

I'm definitely for more of Ebbers making historical menus. I love the educational history stuff!

[@secretforreddit]

6:35 My guess is Elvis's wedding feast; it feels fancy, yet also American South, and I know both Jamie and Barry are married. I was initially thinking maybe Elvis's last meal (after the fit for royalty clue) but then the second clue made me go with wedding. 8:14 Okay, now I am absolutely certain it's Elvis's wedding. A wedding ends in "tiers" because of the cake, and in the past I'm sure they made Elvis's famous peanut butter, banana, and bacon sandwich (maybe in a battle? I seem to recall Mike talking about it).

[@amontpetit]

Oysters Rockefeller could have been anyone but Clue 1 with the fried chicken put me on the Elvis path for sure.

[@maxhornby6592]

Love love love the idea of this series! Definitely think they should write their answers down and reveal at the same time!

[@adamrobertson4100]

Please more of these - this had me guessing all the way through and had a "ohhhh of course" moment with that reveal, loved it, thanks again guys

[@rebeccakenny7100]

For the sake of food and history, more of these please!!!

[@nightshade7240]

This was actually great. I enjoyed watching it. I forgot to write down my time stamp but the fried chicken and the ham was a bit of a give away.

[@stackkelley]

Please, do more of this series!! 😊Also, maybe Ben can incorporate sequins into his presentation outfit for the reveal portion at the end? That would be spectacular 🤩

[@zacharylane4869]

Just like to say you gents got me back into cooking and enjoying my meals

[@SortedFood]

That's awesome Zachary!

[@elenaperez7032]

I loved loved loved this!! It's always fantastic to see Ebbers cook! And learning more about cooking history it's the cherry on top ✨

[@frozenpixie8801]

This was a lot of fun. I had no idea what the event was, but I'd love to see more of this series and keep guessing.

[@sharminir]

Loved this concept. ❤When Ben introduced fried chicken in buttermilk, I thought elvis for a very short second, then when I saw the egg and ham, I went really wrong. Drat!! 😅 Will watch this episode again and again to study and scrutinise Ben’s clue style to get ready for the next one. Thanks boys...you never disappoint. 🥰

[@randomgamerz360]

Always a good day when SORTED uploads a new format, excellent video!

[@jchootie]

This was genuinely great! More of this format please!

[@cate_phoenix]

I loved it! Please do more of these! I was entirely wrong in my guess, but enjoyed the game. 👏👏👏

[@BlazeMiskulin]

I'm sure this will get swallowed up in the deluge of comments, but... Absolutely continue this series. And to play off the "game show" vibe, set some rules for the normals (e.g., actually keep it to N yes/no questions). I'm a "normal". My mother taught me to cook as soon as I could see over the table top (standing on a chair). I spent most of my younger years working in restaurants (from "fine Victorian dining" to "bar & grill"), and I love cooking. Watching you lot is and absolute joy. I have a notepad next to me whenever I watch, and I jot down the important bits that I can call on when I'm doing my own thing. Thank you.

[@danicas.4484]

Improvement: when bringing in all the new dishes into the sexies after Bens made his 3, could you please put the title of the new dish somewhere on the screen?

[@katiemorrill4318]

I'd love for you guys to do more of these!! It;s such a great format!!

[@LoveLight11-i4d]

Still would love to see Bens take on Southern African cuisine.

[@cindy-ml7vo]

I think he needs a trip there first and a chance to check out a few kitchens

[@fromadistance171]

Imagine Ben's take on Bunny Chow

[@cftyftyufyfuyfty]

Don't think spit roast farmer would fly with the authorities here 😉👉👉

[@libertyts]

I had an inkling of an idea a little after the 2nd dish was announced, but it was clear for me at about 6:40. Love it, I came into this thinking I had no hope and found myself invested, intrigued, excited and really enjoyed it. Would love more of this format guys, really well done!

[@taheera8849]

Second video where Barry "inadvertently" made fun of the wedding cake Ben made for him 😂 Well done, Baz!

[@Tori-mh7fg]

I'd love to see more of these historical cooking videos

[@laurensimpson9259]

Love this series! I actually saw this book and thought this would be a fun one for you all to review. It’s like you’re reading my mind. ;) Good one boys!

[@laurensimpson9259]

Now we just need the sparkly jacket from Ebbers.

[@AvidCat5000]

I've been to Graceland, but I don't remember this event being talked about. Then again, I was a teenager and too busy being distracted by how awesome his estate was. All of these dishes look and sound delicious.

[@ro2670]

If Ebbers has a sparkly chef’s coat I need to see it. If he does not have a sparkly chef’s coat he needs one.

[@SortedFood]

It's not a chefs jacket.... it's a regular jacket. It must be on his instagram somewhere.

[@ro2670]

@@SortedFood thank you for acknowledging her age at the time and separating it from the food. I think that is important.

[@CrymsonNite]

watching it a second time after knowing who, HE'S GOT SUCH GREAT HINTS Rocking and Rolling under the grill, don't be cruel SO GOOD

[@PokhrajRoy.]

‘Menus that made History’ sounds so cool! Also, I love some trivia and new information about the Orient Express.

[@mattbown3371]

Really good idea for a new series guys. Some people are gonna love the little snippets of info about the target before the end. History x Cooking? I'm all over that!

[@kc9213]

Absolutely love clue #3 with its double meaning! This is such an Elvis menu, crazy good food, with no attention paid to appearances. Great job, really fabulous format-definitely want to see more, and a new book for me to buy! Ben could run a book club with these.

[@annegasko7719]

I got it around 6 minutes 30..Ebbers mentioned the ingredients ‘rocking and rolling together’ plus the mention of royalty gave Elvis, and the ‘you’ve each had one (and only one) pointed to wedding. Very fun episode!!!

[@josephhgoins]

That is NOT county ham. That’s city aka sugar cured ham. Country ham is salt cured and eaten in thin slices, usually on biscuits.

[@katherinehill1258]

Just rewatched this. Would love to have more of these

[@JyMeePedia]

I’m sorry, I thought Ben’s dream was being a diner lady…? Love to see he’s moved on from that, and has achieved something else!

[@SortedFood]

😂 Brilliant.

[@theeldritchlibrarian]

Okay, this was great fun, but it's gotta be more challenging! Oysters *Rockefeller* made it clear where the event was from and -- based on when that dish was most popular -- roughly when, and the first clue meant it could only have been one person. The puns made it a certainty. Definitely looking forward to more in this series!

[@thesoundofwhitenoise2122]

You know, I would LOVE to see you try something from Les Diners de Gala, a recipe book written by Salvador Dali. That would make for a hilarious video.

[@SortedFood]

That would be fantastic!

[@aurikene]

yes!!! please give us more of geeky foodie stuff! history, chemistry, geography! love love love!

[@tooniewoonie]

As someone who can’t eat solid food due to chronic illness I don’t know why I torture myself watching…must be Barry’s long hair 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@bethwilliams1686]

6:26 Think I've got it. Ebbers in his element with the cryptic clues, would love more of these episodes

[@fdg92]

i LOVE this segment!! This history and food thing, so right up my alley!!!! Binging all this history stuff!

[@heh8324]

I just want to say I really appreciate that your videos have "handmade" subtitles. as a hearing impaired non-native english speaker, this helps me to better enjoy your content.

[@stephanieparker2135]

I LOVE THIS EPISODE FORMAT ❤️❤️❤️I guessed it at fried chicken and then confirmed it at 7:53 when Ebbers said "don't be cruel"

[@johnpkelley_]

we definitely need more of this series!

[@nikijade8317]

Got it with the 2nd clue (Ben's "Don't be cruel" comment made me giggle after that) Loved this idea, more please.

[@hannahtilmouth3698]

please do more!! I bought this book not long ago and would love to use it alongside the series!

[@Blakberri24]

Late in watching but it was the "don't be cruel" that got it for me at 7:44. This was fun. I hope you guys do more of these.

[@michellesade1703]

This was absolute fun -- I want MORE of this type of show - history of food is so much fun.

[@killhallow]

Ben is such a thorough teacher. If he had a school I’d try all my might to attend a class.

[@LDJ27]

This was so so interesting! Please do more of these 😊

[@carolprince16]

I was already edging towards Elvis, with the first clue "Fit for royalty" and the little tidbits Ben threw in with the "rock n roll" for the oysters. But the second he told Barry, "don't be cruel" - that sealed it for me. :)

[@SandyHuntress]

I guessed Elvis when the fried chicken came out, and KNEW it when Ben said, "Don't be cruel." Fun game!

[@savannahhoward6172]

Love this series! The fried chicken and ham gave it away so southern!

[@user-jg9rp5qf4g]

What a great idea for a series! Would love to learn more about historical events through a culinary lens. Maybe consider going a bit further back? Like ancient to medieval periods would be pretty neat, across cultures as well.

[@SortedFood]

Historic moments, fictional moments in history, sporting events, iconic points in time... So much to explore

[@bbmarrero]

New book to add to Ben’s library: Gran Cocina Latina: The Food of Latin America by Maricel E Presilla. She is a chef, historian and a James Beard winner. I know the Sorted team went to my family’s homeland of Puerto Rico and maybe in the future they could further explore Latin and Caribbean cuisine. You have opened the world for me on your side of the pond and now is the time to pay you back. Thank you and please continue to do amazing work.

[@shumpwumbus2813]

Easily the best series you guys have done, I can't wait to see more of these!

[@whitneymouse]

please do more of these! I loved this and learning the history!

[@MegSong24]

Page randomly jumped, saw answer before could guess. Was on track for wedding, suspected southern with the chicken but wasn't sure who. LOVE the game please play more!

[@11thoje]

Love this! Would be great to recap the clues JUST before the final guesses to give us one last crack! Keep up the amazing & creative work guys, you're awesome. From Australia :)

[@astro574]

More historic menus and foods please! My fav new concept from Sorted~

[@panic_thunder]

This was so fun and amazing to see food that was popular in other times! I had no idea that Elvis Presley’s wedding was done in secret and so influential in pop history. Please do more!

[@kirst367]

Love this video! I figured it out when Barry and Jamie mentioned we went from oysters to fried chicken. “You don’t want them rockin n rollin” very clever Ben 😂

[@user-jb8jh2iw8f]

love this ! nice to have educational & humorous videos between the different cooking challenges. sometimes it's just fun to watch Eb flex on everybody and be in his element

[@sleeping885]

"I thought you have a lovely dessert!" Throwback haha 10:49