Food defined social hierarchy in 1776. Here's what was on the table
NPR · 28 Jun 2026

Food defined social hierarchy in 1776. Here's what was on the table

Around the time the United States was founded, Americans' diets included Parmesan ice cream and terrapin. But what you ate depended on your social status.


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In 1776, food choices in America reflected social hierarchies, with items like Parmesan ice cream and terrapin indicating wealth and status. The diet of individuals was closely tied to their position in society.


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