It’s 500 BCE, there are no forks, no spoons, no knives. Just your food, and perhaps the odd rock or shell, if you’re lucky. So, when did we start using utensils? And which came first — the knife or the spoon? #foodculture #foodhistory #history #cutlery #dininghistory

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From Fingers to Forks: The Evolution of Eating Tools

Why did we stop eating with our hands? Discover how eating tools like forks became symbols of status and civility—and what cultures still prefer finger food today.

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It’s 500 BCE, there are no forks, no spoons, no knives. Just your food, and perhaps the odd rock or shell, if you’re lucky. So, when did we start using utensils? And which came first — the knife or the spoon? #foodculture #Diningculture #history #dininghistory #utensils https://foodculturebites.com/from-fingers-to-forks/

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From Fingers to Forks: The Evolution of Eating Tools

Why did we stop eating with our hands? Discover how eating tools like forks became symbols of status and civility—and what cultures still prefer finger food today.

foodculturebites.com
I ran across this fabulous old postcard of a friend's family's restaurant from back in the day. I've been hearing about this part of #VancouverRestaurantHistory for so long, and it was great to run across a picture of the place. #foodhistory #dininghistory #ArmandosRestaurant
I ran across this fabulous old postcard of a friend's family's restaurant from back in the day. I've been hearing about this part of #VancouverRestaurantHistory for so long, and it was great to run across a picture of the place. #foodhistory #dininghistory #ArmandosRestaurant