Food Is Culture

NYC Museum of Food and Drink ~ November 8 ~ November 22

Often compared to saying grace before a meal, Itadakimasu translates to “I humbly recieve,” “Let’s eat!” or “Thanks for the meal.”

The Itadakimasu exhibition aims to preserve an appreciation and understanding for Japanese cuisine and the culinary arts.

Why an exhibition focused on food?

Eating is the most universal aspect of human existence. Through food, we can learn to better understand ourselves, each other, and the world around us. ”MOFAD brings the world of food and drink to life with exhibits you can taste, touch, and smell. Our goal is to be the world’s premier food museum and a global educational resource that inspires generations of curious eaters of all ages and backgrounds.”

Here’s the facts.

Everyone eats. People of all ages and backgrounds, from picky and apathetic eaters to gastronomes and food lovers, should care about food.

Informed eaters are better eaters. They make better choices for their taste buds, health, community, and environment.

Food is culture. It is more than simply what is on our plates: it is a common denominator of human relationships.

Food is personal. People should be approach food with a non-judgmental attitude about their diet.

Food is participatory. To best learn about food, you must taste, smell, and think.

Food is fun. A positive, non-fear-based outlook is the best way to approach food education.

By exploring food we can educate ourselves, inspire a new generation of informed consumers, and connect people to what they eat.