Monthly Archives: June 2026

Amateur Dramatics – Feeding the Revolution XXIV

In 1774, in the midst of one of Old Europe’s rare years of peace, a force of about 500 militiamen gathered under arms. They had been called up by the ducal Bavarian Pflegsverwalter (regional administrator) Johann de Stock to suppress … Continue reading

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Keeping Cherries Fresh

This week was far too busy for any major writing projects, so all I have for you is a recipe from the Solothurn MS. but I think this one is interesting: A10 To have green and ripe cherries in wintertime … Continue reading

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An Interview With Me

Earlier this week, I got to join Thomas Ntinas for an interview on his eminently enjoyable food history podcast The Delicious Legacy. Thom graciously suffered me to talk in great detail about what I do and why it fascinates me, … Continue reading

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