She died quietly, sitting in her chair, watching TV. No one knocked. No one asked. For 42 years, Hedviga Golik remained in her apartment, forgotten by neighbors, family, and the world outside. When they finally opened the door, everything was frozen in time — a teacup on the table, dust on the curtains, and her body, mummified by silence. This is the true story of how someone can vanish — without ever leaving home.

Journey back to medieval feasts as we explore frumenty—an ancient wheat porridge that nourished kings and commoners alike, its recipes, traditions, and revival today.

Discover how tea transformed from a Chinese leaf to India’s empire-defining crop—from botanical trial to global phenomenon.