Culture of Feasting

Feasting! The food, the family and the . . . hierarchy!? Say what? In this post-Thanksgiving episode, we will unpack the culture of feasting and how historically to present day, feasting has always been a universal means of identity, social belonging and cultural expression. Feasts transcend beyond eating a meal inviting us to realize that they reinforce community bonds, hierarchy, tradition, and even political power.In this episode, we celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving and express gratitude, all while exploring the intricate culture of feasting. We’ll travel across cultural, country and traditional boundaries, highlighting how feasting is a universal practice found even among primates. We’ll even explore the political aspects of feasts and how one meal can determine war or peace.Share gratitude and join us in this festive and thankful episode.Let us know how your Thanksgiving went and any personal traditions you continue to celebrate in Canada: [email protected] SourcesFeasting - The Open Encyclopedia of AnthropologyTypes and Kinds of Feasts - Britannica OnlineSaturnalia - Britannica OnlineThe Green Butchers, The Movie - IMDbQuiz SourcesIndustry Facts & Stats - Turkey Farmers of CanadaHere Are Canada’s Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes By ProvinceLet us know what you think of this episode! Text us!Go to Canadian Salad Website for all sources cited in this episode. Sign up for our newsletter to stay connected: https://www.canadiansalad.ca/contact And please refer us to your friends, family and that racist uncle that just doesn't get it.Follow us on TikTok and Instagram Theme music by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay. A Janklin Production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.