Byron MacfarlanePart 9: James Monroe’s SyllabubWe come to James Monroe, President number V. He was the last “Founding Father” to be President, and had quite the resume before beginning…Feb 8, 2023Feb 8, 2023
Byron MacfarlanePart 8: James Madison’s Williamsburg Pound CakePresident Number 3. Spoiler alert: Madison was yet another plantation owner from Virginia. He was also a member of the Continental…Feb 8, 2023Feb 8, 2023
Byron MacfarlanePart 7: Thomas Jefferson’s Vegetable MoldIf you read the name for this recipe and experienced immediate apprehension, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Fortunately, it does not…Feb 8, 2023Feb 8, 2023
Byron MacfarlanePart 6: Thomas Jefferson’s Sweet Potato BiscuitsWe move on to our third president, who happened to be our second Vice President. Thomas Jefferson narrowly lost the presidency to John…Feb 7, 2023Feb 7, 2023
Byron MacfarlanePart 5: John Adams’ Beggar’s PuddingYears ago, one of my best friends and his wife moved to Boston. All lovers of history, during one visit we made a trip down to the town of…Jan 15, 2023Jan 15, 2023
Byron MacfarlanePart 4: John Adams’ Oyster RollsBefore delving into this dish, I’m going to take a brief historical detour. While this culinary journey is inspired by a book I was…Jan 14, 2023Jan 14, 2023
Byron MacfarlanePart 3: George Washington’s Mount Vernon Peanut & Chestnut SoupWhen I saw this recipe, I was immediately reminded of a family favorite from my childhood that my Grandad made. My family spent almost…Dec 30, 2022Dec 30, 2022
Byron MacfarlanePart 2: George Washington’s Bread CrackersThe name speaks for itself: This is bread in cracker form. I started with the dry ingredients, then added the wet to form the dough. (I can…Dec 29, 2022Dec 29, 2022
Byron MacfarlanePart 1: “Presidential Palates”This Christmas, my mother bought me a book titled “Presidential Palates,” which includes favorite recipes from Presidents Washington to…Dec 29, 2022Dec 29, 2022
