From Banquets to Barbecues: Food Customs Uncovered

The Evolution of Food Customs

Food is more than just nutrition, it is identity, it is history, and it is culture. Food customs have evolved over centuries all around the world, and these customs still have their echoes in modern-day society. From what we eat to how we eat, every aspect of food culture has a fascinating story behind it.

Ancient Banquets

Banquets were a tradition in ancient times, fueled by the idea of abundance and extravagance. Banquets were an exhibit of power, wealth, and luxury. Art books document the detailing of lavish dining settings where sweet delicacies, exquisite wines, and mouth-watering meats were cooked and served under gold and ivory-studded taps.

Medieval Feasts

The medieval era saw the rise of grand feasts as well, but with the unique cross over between Christian and Pagan plays, banquets started evolving into very civilized affairs. Sharing bowls, welcoming guests with dignified wines shook the perception of the grand Medieval feast, resorting to multiple small dishes served throughout ceremonial halls.

The Rise of Home Cooking

As people migrated into cities and workaday life became ordinary, the grand banquets and fancy meals slowly gave way to more natural home meals and played out mingling at family kitchens. In the 20th century, the big meals reserved their names for celebrations, birthdays and festive get-togethers of timeless elegance.

Barbecue: A New Trendsetter

As the global community expands, food customs continue to evolve and take new forms. In modern time Barbeques, once held out on the beaches and camping sites, has now become a prevailing gastronomical way of life. No child of summer can be without experiencing the smoke infused encounters of the outdoor open flame grill.

Conclusion

From abundant banquets to casual Barbeques our dining custom embodies our identity and culture providing an unending, boundless feast for all our senses. While some customs are buried deep in history, others continue to evolve and take on new forms, resulting in mind-boggling covers that we can barely grip on, Which lovingly spread around a table for all kind of Nationalities, providing all of us with a perfect excuse to pull up a chair and dig in.