A Taste of History
Season 7, Episode 3: Dr. Benjamin Rush: Father of American Psychiatry
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Chef Walter Staib presents the story of Dr. Benjamin Rush, one of the most influential figures in the history of American medicine. To honor Dr. Rush, Chef Staib prepares Seafood Vol-au-Vent and a Leek and Crimini Mushroom Ragu, completing the meal with an Apple Tart.
All Episodes - Season 7
Episode 1
Charles Thomson's Great Seal of the United States
Episode 2
George Washington in Barbados
Episode 3
Dr. Benjamin Rush: Father of American Psychiatry
Episode 4
The Water of Life: Cognac
Episode 5
Boston's Famous Parker House
Episode 6
The Moravians of Bethlehem
Episode 7
James K. Polk: The Dark Horse President
Episode 8
George Washington's Tent
Episode 9
When America Spoke French
Episode 10
Orchids, Herbs and Rum in Jamaica
Episode 11
Eliza Powel's Sinful Feast
Episode 12
Pittsburgh: From Frontier to Fortune
Episode 13
From Bordeaux to Jefferson's Cellars