What People Ate on Ellis Island

Explore the culinary history of Ellis Island in this 26-minute video from Tasting History with Max Miller. Discover the meals served to immigrants as they arrived in America, gaining insight into the food culture and nutritional practices of the early 20th century. Learn about the challenges of feeding large numbers of people from diverse backgrounds and how the island's kitchen staff adapted to meet these needs. Delve into the significance of these meals in the immigrant experience and their role in shaping American cuisine.