Who are we?
An in-person Symposium in Oxford/UK and a global online event with keynotes, papers and meals, open to all. Food is at the core of what we do; for over forty years, academics, amateurs and aficionados from all areas of life have come together to share, learn and be inspired by each other.
The next symposium
10 – 12 July 2026 at St Catherine’s College, Oxford/UK
Online TBC
“Please, Sir, I want some more.” Oliver Twist’s ill-fated plea captures the heart of our 2026 theme: Poverty Food. We interpret “poverty” broadly—as the lack of the resources necessary to thrive— and invite proposals exploring how poverty shapes what, when, and how we eat across time and place.
Our ongoing activities
We are active all year round, not just during the symposium in July. Join us for online discussions at the virtual OFS Kitchen Table, subscribe to the monthly What’s Cooking newsletter or delve into the amazing riches of our archive.
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