Dating back to the ancient Etruscans and Romans, food used to be focused on gaining energy and survival. In today’s era, we see shows like Hot Ones (with a focus on spice and conversation) and YouTube channels like those of competitive eaters like Matt Stonie and Joey Chestnut.
Can food serve as more that just a source of energy?
During quarantine, it has been a challenge to find ways to pass the time safely. This has provided an even greater emphasis on food and cooking experiments. I have particularly enjoyed finding ways to combine what I have available in the pantry with the groceries we bought 10 days prior.
Recently, I created a dish combining Mac n Cheese with ground turkey. I added necessary spices, then decided to include cans of corn (I usually like to add peas to odd recipes as the texture adds to the experience).
So what has become of this once solely focused energy supply? Food is a way of life for some, it is a way to get through the day for others. As with anything, there is no “off-the-shelf” or “one-size-fits-all” answer here. We need to adapt with the ever changing times, and, hopefully, we will find our way clear to happiness, however we can find it!
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