Historic Foodways Society of the Delaware Valley

Dedicated to the Promotion and Understanding of Food History

Upcoming Events 2009

John Dickinson Plantation

Dover, DE 19901

 

25 members and friends turned out on a beautiful Saturday afternoon to hear Ron Carnegie, Nation Builder Division of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, speak about his experiences managing a hands-on Foodways program for children and visitors at the Powell House.  After lunch Vertie Focia and her staff provided our guests with a wonderful tour of the house and grounds.  The HFSDV wish to thank them both for a wonderful event.

 

Daniel Boone Homestead

500 Daniel Boone Rd.

Birdsboro, PA 19508

 

Mercy Ingraham lead the group in preparing different types of flat breads using different types of flours bake in a variety of ways. A fun time was had by all despite the 95 degree weather!

Flat Bread and Soup at the Daniel Boone Homestead

Saturday September 20, 2008

Annual Meeting:  Sunday November 16, 2008

The Old Barracks Museum

Trenton New Jersey

 

35 members and guests were delighted to a wonderful day at the Old Barracks Museum.  Our Guest Speaker Francine presented: In SHAKESPEARE'S KITCHEN: Feasting in the Renaissance, which guests found informative as well as entertaining.  Our special guest Marc Melonville, one of the famed Hampton Court Cooks, delighted us a surprise visit and spoke about what is new at Hampton Court. 

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Past Events 2008

The dates and information for our 2009 Season are coming soon!  Check back soon or watch for information in the upcoming newsletter.