In the 1800s all current Japanese cuisine has appeared. By the 1700's, Miso, soy sauce (and Teriyaki), and contemporary sake were served. In Edo, peppers also spread to people to eat buckwheat. read more
In Japan, farmers disliked selling cattle for meat, but Kobe became famous as a beef cattle production place. Carnivores began to become common, but the country's land was raining a lot in the early summer, so it was difficult to harvest the wheat. Also, it was difficult to get spices. Rice, meat and egg dishes are spreading as "western food". read more
Foods in western Japan tend to be more delicately flavored than those in the east. The Japanese are known for using very fresh ingredients in their cooking. They prefer using fresh, seasonal foods for their meals, buying it the same day it will be cooked. read more
The 1800s (the Regency period of English history) is a time of grand banquets and dinners much more elaborate than what many of us can conceive of. Those not so well off would consume mainly pork products: bacon, sausages, ham made into stews and pies. read more