Kosthistorier
Kosthistorier, or "food stories," is a broad term encompassing narratives, personal accounts, and cultural traditions related to food and eating. These stories can range from autobiographical recollections of childhood meals to historical accounts of culinary traditions and their evolution. They often explore the social, cultural, and personal significance of food, looking beyond mere sustenance to understand how food shapes identity, relationships, and community.
The concept of kosthistorier can include oral traditions passed down through generations, written memoirs, journalistic features,
Research into kosthistorier often draws from fields such as anthropology, sociology, history, and literature. Scholars analyze