By Jamie the Librarian on Wednesday, 19 July 2023
Category: News & Events

Connecting Cultures & Building Community Through Food

Food is a common thread that unites humanity. Beyond sustenance, food teaches us about identity, history, community, and culture. When we share our food, we share our roots. In the words of renowned American chef James Beard, “Food is our common ground, a universal experience.” And, as culinary historian Michael Twitty wrote, “...your plate is your flag.” While our foodways may vary, the experience of gathering around food is one to which we can all relate. Read on to explore titles that nourish the mind, body, and soul and teach us about food: its history, its many forms, and most importantly, its ability to connect us all.

ORIGIN STORIES

IN THE KITCHEN

In addition to these, we have thousands of cookbooks available in our collection. Browse our online catalog or peruse the 641 section of our nonfiction shelves to discover cuisines from across the globe. Plus, you can find recipes and cooking inspiration through Magzter Library, a digital magazine platform. Visit our Downloads and Streaming page to learn more about accessing Magzter for free with your library card.

And if you’re not confident in your cooking skills and would like to learn more, try taking a course through Universal Class. Universal Class offers more than 500 on-demand courses on a variety of subjects, including cooking! Visit our Research and Learning databases to access Universal Class and set up a free account.

BUILDING COMMUNITY

You can also learn about the United States’ rich history of community cookbooks by visiting the Library of Congress’ collection and browsing community cookbooks by region and time period.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

ADULTS

Check out these upcoming sessions of our Cook & Book series!

CHILDREN & TEENS

 

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