About The Food Memory Project
The old saying is true- we are what we eat.
Food is deeply engrained in family history and heritage. Recipes, cookware, traditions, and memories are passed from generation to generation. Many of us learn to cook from older relatives. The things we eat, drink, and cook shape each of us and tell the story of who we are.
The Food Memory Project was created in the summer of 2020 by Sarah, a dietitian and food blogger who has always measured her life in meals, and her mom Lisa, a genealogist with a passion for helping people uncover and share their heritage. Now, we’re teaming up on a simple mission: to help you celebrate and preserve your family’s food traditions and memories. (Read more about us here!)
Why is this so important? Food brings family (blood or chosen) together. Every family needs someone to tell their stories, uphold hold their legacy, and keep their traditions alive for future generations. We’ll help you become that person for your family.
As we share tips, tricks, and wisdom from capturing our own family’s culinary heritage, we want to hear from you! Share a favorite food memory or tradition with us, and we’ll feature it on the blog. Fill out our submission form or DM us on Instagram to join our virtual potluck.
What is Culinary Heritage?
You’ll notice that this blog makes a lot of references to culinary heritage. Wondering what that entails? Let’s break it down. According to Merriam Webster…
Culinary (adj.): of or relating to the kitchen or cookery
Heritage (noun): something transmitted by or acquired from a predecessor
Your culinary heritage is all of the foods and foodways that make you, you. It’s the recipes that have been passed down for generations, the regional and cultural foods that link you to your ancestors, the traditions and rituals involving cooking and eating. All of these things tell your family’s story and connect you to your loved ones.
Maybe your family has binders and boxes full of handwritten recipes. Or, maybe you’re curious about how your ancestors cooked and ate in their homeland. Wherever you are in your journey, we’ve got tips and resources to help you celebrate your family’s culinary heritage and create a legacy for generations to come.
Capture Your Family’s Food Memories!
