Cook
What did Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents eat—and how did they cook it? Visit a historic kitchen as our cooks prepare authentic colonial dishes using the equipment and recipes of the time.
Watch the Video
Step into the kitchen of the Governor's Palace - the finest in Virginia 200 years ago! Take a seat at the table and learn more about what goes into making an 18th-century meal as we explore the Historic Foodways trade.
FAQs
Read below to find the answers to some of our most common questions about the Cook trade. Visit us onsite to learn more and discuss further.
Recipes
Learn how we make recipes in our colonial kitchens using the 18th-century description, then use our 21st-century translation to try the recipe at home!
Explore Historic Trades & Skills
The Historic Trades and Skills community at Colonial Williamsburg uses 18th-century tools and techniques to apprentice in and eventually master more than 20 historic trades and skills. These world-renowned experts not only make goods and provide services to the Historic Area, they also consult and produce for other cultural institutions around the world.
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Our donors are the reason we can continue to create an authentic, immersive 18th-century experience for our guests. Since we are not state or federally funded, we rely on your support to fulfill our mission. Give today and help us keep this special place alive.
