Harry Potter and the Delectable Dessert: A Cultural Culinary Analysis of Treacle Tart in the Harry Potter Series
Publication information:
Simonetta, Margaret-Ann. 2021. “Harry Potter and the Delectable Dessert: A Cultural Culinary Analysis of Treacle Tart in the Harry Potter Series ”. Anthropology.
Abstract
Hungry for Hogwarts? Take a bite of the Harry Potter series through this cultural culinary analysis of Harry's favorite dish: treacle tart. Originally known as a traditional British treat, the essence of treacle tart has drastically changed since the inception of the Potter series; spawning wizarding bakers across the globe. Looking at the dish through an anthropological lens, there's no doubt this sweet-tooth tart has left a societal impression for muggles and wizards alike.