Food History
Aboriginal Australians Dined on Moths 2,000 Years Ago
The discovery of an ancient grindstone containing traces of the insect confirms long-held Indigenous oral tradition
World's Oldest 'Industrial-Scale' Brewery Found in Egypt
Located in an ancient necropolis, the 5,000-year-old facility was capable of producing up to 5,900 gallons of beer at a time
Archaeologists Discover Ruins of Emperor Hadrian's Ornate Breakfast Chamber
In the second century A.D., the Roman ruler entertained his guests on a raised marble platform surrounded by elaborate fountains
Civil Rights Icons' Mothers, Lost Ancient Cities and Other New Books to Read
These February releases elevate overlooked stories and offer insights on oft-discussed topics
A Brief History of Peanut Butter
The bizarre sanitarium staple that became a spreadable obsession
Ancient Pompeiians Stopped at This 'Snack Bar' to Feast on Snails, Fish and Wine
Archaeologists have uncovered food remnants at one of the city’s fast food joint, called thermopolia, where hungry ancients grabbed quick meals
Ancient Mediterranean People Ate Bananas and Turmeric From Asia 3,700 Years Ago
Fossilized tooth plaque reveals a diverse and exotic palette reflected in the region's modern cuisine
Your Cherished Family Recipes Could Be Featured in a Museum Exhibition
The National Museum of Women in the Arts is asking the public to share recipes that document unique family histories
A Journey Around the World, as Told Through Chicken Soup
In her latest book, Portland-based chef Jenn Louis catalogs more than 100 recipes from 64 countries
The Ten Best Books About Food of 2020
From cookbooks to grocery-store exposés, these new books will tempt palates and fuel curiosity
Seven Native American Chefs Share Thanksgiving Recipes
These original Thanksgiving foods are far different from the modern celebrations, but tradition is never static
Chefs Are Helping Hungry Voters Waiting in Line at the Polls
One clear winner this election season? Everything from empanadas to barbecue, courtesy of star chef José Andrés and his partners
A Brief History of the TV Dinner
Thanksgiving’s most unexpected legacy is heating up again
New Project Aims to Revive Ozark Cuisine Through Seeds
St. Louis chef Rob Connoley looks to reconnect black farmers to heritage crops, using records from a 19th century seed store
Meet the Award-Winning Activist Campaigning for Food Justice
Danielle Nierenberg, the recipient of the 2020 Julia Child Award, is working to make global food systems more equitable
The World's Largest Chocolate Museum Debuts in Switzerland
Launched by Lindt, the attraction features a 30-foot-tall chocolate fountain and a tour of the sweet treat's history
How Do People Picnic Around the Globe?
Outdoor dining is having a moment. Let these traditions from eight different places help you put together the ultimate open-air meal
Millennia-Old Cookware May Be the Key to Recreating Ancient Cuisine
A year-long experiment's ingredients, tools and cleaning techniques imitated early culinary practices as closely as possible
A Brief History of the Mason Jar
Around since 1858, the home canning classic is a sought after item for pandemic gardeners this summer
Last Week, This Swiss Town Was Briefly Showered in Cocoa Powder
A broken ventilation system at a Lindt factory spewed crushed cocoa nibs into the air
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