Urban Setting and Eatable Realm: Exploring Links Between Culinary Experiences, Personal Recollections, and Urban Landscapes
In the heart of Manhattan's AC Institute, a giant inflatable tent, covered in red and white checkers, has become a hub for food enthusiasts and culture enthusiasts alike. This tent is part of a series called "Temporary Places, Edible Spaces" by Australian artist Keg de Souza.
The series, which started with a tent in a London gallery, followed by one in Scotland and another in Vancouver, aims to explore how local culture shapes the foods eaten by residents. On Saturday, May 23, a rotating picnic of seven to ten people sat in the New York City tent, discussing the foodscape of the city.
Tove Danovich, a food and agriculture journalist based in Brooklyn, NY, was among the participants. Danovich, who can be followed on Twitter, is also a contributor to Modern Farmer, Miracle of Feeding Cities, Civil Eats, and others.
During the event, de Souza drew a map in permanent marker of the discussion on the tent floor. The map featured phrases like "Walmart regulated out" and "1st visit to NY bought from street cart," which are remnants of past conversations. The dotted lines on the map, connecting these phrases, resemble cartoon trails of picnic ants marching past.
The discussion about the foods and their origins was crowdsourced, with guests adding their own experiences and knowledge. From cheesecakes and pickles to pizza and hot dogs, the foods discussed ranged from those originating in New York City to others with a more diverse history. One of the discussed foods was Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray Soda, first made in Brooklyn in 1868.
Each tent in the series becomes part of a small publication that includes pieces of the maps as well as reflections on some of the topics discussed. However, the article does not provide any new information about the small publication or the rotating picnic of seven to ten people.
As the series continues to travel, it promises to delve deeper into the connection between food, culture, and community, offering a unique and engaging experience for all involved. For those interested in learning more about Keg de Souza, the creator of the series, further information may be found through research.
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