January 1941- the end of the Great Depression, The beginning of the great food magazine. Gourmet was Americas first epicurian magazine. It inspired leagues of cooks and great eaters from New York to San Francisco, some of which are now our nations best Chefs.
Gourmet presented food as not only fuel, but as enjoyment and entertainment as well as a piece of our culture. It educated us on matters of moral and ethical dilemmas, such as the treatment of animals and farm workers. Its always been there to reference on matters of travel, to introduced us to new products and ingredients, and enlightening us on restaurants and rising star Chefs.The numerous colums have always been full of useful information, proposed with wit and serene frivolousness. The savant writers, brilliant editors and genius Chefs and their recipes will always be treasured.
“The magazine of good living”, as it was known closed its doors after nearly 70 years on October 5, 2009. It will be missed, but never forgotten.
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