Welcome again to another episode of history through food! In this episode of The Gilded Age on HBO, we get more information on the dining and entertaining habits of the upper classes in the Gilded Age. Social entertaining is accomplished at luncheon and tea, while dinner is … [Read more...] about The Gilded Age S1E05 Recap: Dining at Luncheon, Tea and Dinner
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The Gilded Age S01E4: Chicken Soup and Trifle for Luncheon?
Welcome again to another episode of history through food! In this episode of The Gilded Age on HBO, Julian Fellowes uses food as an example of showing the divide between the new and old worlds of New York. The main characters in this exchange are Bannister, an English … [Read more...] about The Gilded Age S01E4: Chicken Soup and Trifle for Luncheon?
February 7th is National Fettucine Alfredo Day
Today is National Fettucine Alfredo Day, dedicated to one of the best and most simple Italian dishes. But don't be fooled by most recipes you find online. Fettuccine Alfredo consists of ONLY four ingredients: Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, butter, fettuccine, and a pinch of salt. … [Read more...] about February 7th is National Fettucine Alfredo Day
Gilded Age S1E01: Pride Comes Before Leftovers
Downton Abbey fans have been waiting a decade for The Gilded Age, the "American" version of Downton from Julian Fellowes. The story begins in 1882 with young Marian Brook moving from rural Pennsylvania to New York City after the death of her father to live with her thoroughly … [Read more...] about Gilded Age S1E01: Pride Comes Before Leftovers
Jan. 24 Celebrates Lobster Thermidor
January 24 celebrates the classic french dish Lobster Thermidor. There are two schools of thought of which chef actually created it. Many food historians claim it was created in January 1894 at Marie's, a famous restaurant in the Boulevard Saint-Denis in Paris, on the evening … [Read more...] about Jan. 24 Celebrates Lobster Thermidor
