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Welcome to
Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois
The Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois seek to understand social and cultural history through the study and celebration of food and drink.
The Cookery Recipe Manuscript Project

"Tasting the Past: Culinary Historians Archive Old Recipes, Preserve Our Culinary Heritage"
An article about us by food historian and author Cynthia Clampit in the April 2024 issue of Newcity Magazine.
Read the full article HERE


Upcoming Events

Tradition and Trends in the Basque CountryThu, Mar 12Zoom registration starts January 2, 2026
Duncan Hines: More Than Cake MixThu, Jun 11DuPage County Historical Museum
Sweet Treats of the MidwestSat, Oct 17De Kalb County History Museum
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