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Etruscan tradition influenced many aspects of the Imperial court, through to the Papal court. The idea of roasting birds stuffed layer within layer from
large to small birds comes from that era and is still current today. In the highest religious symbolism, their influence is still felt, exemplified by the Bishop’s staff which emanates
from the walking stick of Etruscan Fortunetellers. It is considered that feeding the body is important in order to fulfil the soul, and the staff represents a shepherd who gives
spiritual guidance to his followers. In the Catholic church, the priest is the shepherd who guides the congregation (the sheep) to heaven. In breaking bread and multiplying wine
‘this is my body which I break for you...’, food occupies a holy role, though to special Sunday lunches ‘Lord I’m not dignified enough to participate at your table’. Each Sunday’s
blessing and holy communion: Take this bread I give to you; And as you do remember Me: This bread is My body broken just for you; Take it (take it); Eat it (eat it)
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A brief outline of social history in and around the kitchen.
THE KITCHEN AS CENTRE OF IDEA EXCHANGE AND
COMMUNICATIONS
