Food defined social hierarchy in 1776. Here's what was on the table
This article explores how food choices in 1776 Maryland served as a primary indicator of social hierarchy and wealth. It contrasts the diets of the gentry, who imported European goods, with the staples consumed by the broader population.
Why it matters
Understanding historical dietary habits provides insight into the social structures and class distinctions that defined early American life.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Arthur Gross has been the chef at Middleton Tavern in Annapolis, Md., for 50 years. That's a long time, even for a tavern that started serving food before the country's inception.
The article is a historical and cultural analysis with no political agenda.
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