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The Curious Dining of Medieval England
What we eat has obviously changed considerably over time. Today, we’re pretty spoiled. We can prepare almost any food from any cuisine in the world at home. But what would likely have been on the table during the medieval period?…
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Why – and How – to Create a Family Cookbook
Just over two years ago, I wrote a blog about trying to recreate my Grandmother Bess’ “mystery” pie. This thin vanilla custard creation is a mystery because no one knows how to make it. My 97-year-old mother would love to…
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Creating a Community Cookbook
The New York Times declared in April that the community cookbook is experiencing a renaissance. I hope they’re right: Mrs. Farmboy and I are responsible for shepherding creation of our own local community cookbook: The Community Cooks, The Newbury Town…
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Preserving Treasured Stories in a Family Cookbook
When I was young, my grandmother made the best date-nut cookies. They were a dark chewy blend of sweet and nut, and always around and available in a ceramic cookie jar in her kitchen. My father’s mother, she was a…
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Finding Community in a Cookbook
On a visit back to my childhood home a few years ago, I stopped by Headon’s Fine Meats to say hello to Lyle Headon, a grade-school classmate, whose shop in Creston, Illinois is known throughout the region as having the…
