history
Iconic food and gustatory moments in history.
Canned Stew and Empires
Laying out a sequence of cause and effect in history is sometimes a dangerous pastime. But let’s give it a try. Napoleon Bonaparte was arguably the most capable commander and emperor in modern times. There were other powerful emperors, even if they did not take on that title, but they generally failed as commanders. As a part of his role as commander of the French army around 1800, Napoleon sought a solution to the problem of inadequate food for his troops. It seemed, oddly enough, that the people who he was invading took to destroying their crops and stored food as they retreated from his advancing forces. This meant that the only way to feed his legions was to cart in food from behind the lines using wagons and horses. It was not efficient and as those supply lines became longer and longer with the successes he had in battle, the lines themselves became an exposed liability.
By William Altmann5 years ago in Feast
Understanding Our Systems of Production
The cultivation of food is something deeply tied to the history of humanity and our ancestral cultures. While the concept is a relatively simple one, the cultivation of plants for food is a complex and diverse field of study. Even the best and most lucrative home-gardeners on the planet may be clueless on how to scale up their knowledge into large-scale production agriculture. Likewise, rural farmers using traditional methods wouldn’t know how to begin with conventional agriculture. There are a million ways to grow the same tomato but is there one right way? In today’s world, there are a million labels when it comes to agricultural practices. There’s biodynamic farming, regenerative agriculture, permaculture, organic farming, conventional agriculture, and countless other systems/philosophies. If all this sounds overwhelming to you it's because for most people it is. In this article, we will cover the three big ones that you may have heard of: Organic Farming, Conventional Agriculture, and Permaculture. What are these? Why are they different? Is one better than the others?
By Annelise Graf5 years ago in Feast
Does Parmesan Cheese Need to Be Refrigerated?
Good old Parmigiano-Reggiano is of the most famous cheese types in the world. Originated from Italy, of course, parmesan is frequently used in many cuisines around the globe. Because we all adore parmesan cheese, it's every gourmand's desire to keep their Parmigiano as fresh as possible for several weeks.
By Bojan Peic5 years ago in Feast
Cup of Love
Cup of Love WAKING UP EARLY BEFORE THE SUN, I WAKE WELL RESTED AND READY FOR THE DAY TO BEGIN. IN ORDER FOR THIS DAY TO BEGIN I MUST COMPLETE A SET OF MORNING TASKS. THE FIRST THING IS TO MAKE COFFEE BECAUSE LET'S BE HONEST, NO ONE WANTS TO SEE ME WITHOUT SOME NATURALLY DERIVED FRUIT IN MY SYSTEM, IT MIGHT BE DETRIMENTAL TO ANYONE'S WELL BEING. AFTER MY FIRST TASK OF MAKING MY COFFEE; IN WHICH WAS MADE BY USING A FRENCH PRESS, I THEN WENT TO WAKE MY CHILDREN TO GET READY FOR SCHOOL. THEY SLOWLY OPEN THEIR EYES AND GET OUT OF BED; DRAGGING THEIR BLANKETS BEHIND THEM TO THE TABLE, THEY SIT AND WAIT FOR BREAKFAST TO BE MADE. I COOK SOMETHING HEALTHY TO START THE DAY. WE HAVE FRESH FARM EGGS WITH FRUIT AND A BAGUETTE. AFTER BREAKFAST ALL OF US LADIES GET READY FOR THE DAY SO WE CAN PUT FORWARD OUR BEST FOOT AND MAKE IT A SUCCESSFUL DAY. I DROP THE KIDS OFF AT SCHOOL THEN HEAD TO WORK MYSELF. BUT NOT BEFORE ANOTHER CUP OF COFFEE.
By Call Me. Ishmael5 years ago in Feast
Chili, America's Oldest Addiction
Since the 17th century, Chili has captivated the hearts and stomachs of millions of Americans and was even deemed the state food of Texas in 1977. When chili was first made the hearty stew was known as chili con carne, meaning a spicy stew contains beef, beans, and tomatoes. Believe it or not, chili use to only be a tender beef in a red soup base, and over many years the iconic cowboy dish evolved to have many different additives, including beans. Due to chili’s captivating and deep history, chili now takes many forms, but as long as the dish is slow-cooked and made with a creative spirit, anyone can find a version that fulfills them.
By Annie Crockett5 years ago in Feast
The Untold Story of Banana Bread
The Untold Story of Banana Bread Warning: Please read at your own risk. By the end of this essay you may have a huge craving for banana bread. Please read responsively. Now, how much do you know about banana bread? The moist loaf we all know and love has been through quite a lot throughout the years. From being introduced in the 1930s to where it stands today, banana bread has without a doubt undergone some intense changes. The sweet cake-like confection has become a comfort food for many, has experienced a splendid evolutionary process, and can even be a healthy treat with little modification.
By Annie Crockett5 years ago in Feast
How Pound Cake Got Its Name
Some people believe pound cake got its name because it was originally sold by the pound. Some people think the inventor's last name was Pound. Other believe it cost a British pound to buy the delicious dessert. All of those are good guesses. However, none of them are correct. So, how did the pound cake get its name?
By Margaret Minnicks5 years ago in Feast
