For Julia and Julia, It’s Not Just About Food

For some – food is just something that is necessary to stop those hunger pains. For others it is a passion… a true purpose in life. In the movie, “Julie and Julia” food is the answer for two women’s question regarding life’s legacy. Through food Julie Powell and Julia Child were both able to find a way to impact the world.

Celebrities influence our culture in so many ways…good and bad. Julia Child found herself living in France and feeling compelled to bring the art of French cuisine to the American kitchen with ease. Through her recipes and her television show she educated and entertained a whole generation and soon food and cooking appreciation became a hot topic.

Writer Julie Powell needed a goal, a focus and something to get excited about. Celebrity Julia Child influenced her love of French food. She began a quest to prepare every one of the recipes in Julia’s cookbook and then blog about them.

In totally different eras and via different mediums both women changed the world. Through food they found power, prestige and themselves.

Many memorable moments include food. For many finding great dining experiences are memorable moments. Since he debut of the movie, Ritz Carlton’s Vemona restaurant in Sarasota, Florida has created the $49 Child Menu featuring beef bourguignon and a glass of wine or champagne. Meals served are up 112%. The influence continues.

How has great food influenced memorable moments in your life? What memorable moments have you cooked up?