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A Luxury Treat on the Titanic: The Contentious History of Foie Gras

downtonabbeycooks · March 31, 2019 ·

Foie gras has a contentious history intertwined with luxury and controversy. The fattened liver of ducks or geese was originally enjoyed in ancient Egypt by the wealthy elite. Through trade and conquest, foie gras has become associated with status and indulgence across ancient … [Read more...] about A Luxury Treat on the Titanic: The Contentious History of Foie Gras

Filed Under: 1st Class, Appetizer, Celebration, Cocktails, Fun Food History, Titanic Dishes, Upstairs with the Crawleys Tagged With: 1st class Titanic menu, faux gras, Foie Gras, Pâté de Foie Gras

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