Welcome to Food And Drink in History

From feast to famine, explore primary source material documenting the story of food and drink throughout history. The materials in this collection illustrate the deep links between food and identity, politics and power, gender, race and socio-economic status, as well as charting key issues around agriculture, nutrition and food production.

Recipe of the Day

12th May

A Dover Cake: Published in by 'A Lady of Philadelphia' in 1828, this recipe uses pearl-ash in vinegar in place of modern baking powder. View Document