Scoff

Book • 2020
In 'Scoff', Pen Vogler delves into the history of British cuisine, tracing how food has been used to make judgments about social background.

The book covers a wide range of topics, from traditional dishes like roast beef and fish and chips to the influence of social class on dining etiquette and food preferences.

Vogler's work spans from the medieval period to modern times, highlighting the complex relationship between food and class in Britain.

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Recommended by Tom Holland as a sensational book on the history of British food.
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Mentioned by Alice Thomson as another book by the author, focusing on food and class in Britain.
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