To Die For : A Cookbook of Gravestone Recipes by Rosie Grant (pt.1)
This week I have a very special Halloween episode. Rosie Grant embarked on a remarkable pilgrimage to unearth and compile cherished family recipes inscribed on gravestones, culminating in the creation of a unique cookbook. This endeavor not only serves as a testament to the lives and legacies of those who have passed but also highlights the profound connections that food fosters between generations. Through our conversation, we explore the motivations behind Rosie’s project, the heartwarming stories associated with the recipes, and the emotional significance of sharing culinary traditions that transcend mortality. As we delve into her experiences, we uncover the intricate relationship between grief and remembrance, illustrating how the act of cooking can serve as a bridge to our loved ones who have departed. Join us as we celebrate the intertwining of memory, heritage, and the comforting solace that recipes provide in our lives.
Rosie Grant
Rosie Grant is the creator behind @GhostlyArchive on TikTok and Instagram, where she researches and re-creates recipes found on gravestones. She works at the Center for the Study of Women at UCLA and is currently working on a food studies certificate at the UCLA Extension School. She received her Masters in Library Science (MLIS) at the University of Maryland with a concentration in digital archives in 2022, where she got to combine her love of food writing, cemeteries, and archival work. The gravestone recipe project first began during her digital archives internship at Congressional Cemetery in Washington, DC.
