Meatpaper
Encyclopedia
Meatpaper is an American
magazine devoted to meat
. The publication covers the ethics, aesthetics, and cultural significance of meat, and is more akin to an art journal
than a usual food and drink magazine.
, who (in addition to both being former vegetarians) met while working at Salon.com
.
In addition to the magazine itself, Meatpaper has organized events, such as a series of seminars on raising domestic rabbits for food. In 2007, it was named among the best magazines of the year by Library Journal
, which called it "unique, brash, and provocative". In 2010, Good included it in their list of the eight food magazines you should read now.
The magazine intentionally does not take a particular stance that is for or against eating meat
, but rather discusses it as a cultural phenomenon. Issues have included topics such as an interview with the creator of the meat dress of Lady Gaga
, and a discussion of beef
heart
by famously offal
-loving chef Chris Cosentino
.
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
magazine devoted to meat
Meat
Meat is animal flesh that is used as food. Most often, this means the skeletal muscle and associated fat and other tissues, but it may also describe other edible tissues such as organs and offal...
. The publication covers the ethics, aesthetics, and cultural significance of meat, and is more akin to an art journal
Journal
__FORCETOC__A journal has several related meanings:* a daily record of events or business; a private journal is usually referred to as a diary....
than a usual food and drink magazine.
History
Published quarterly, it was founded in 2006 by Sasha Wizansky and Amy StandenAmy Standen
Amy Standen is a journalist and author. She cofounded the quarterly magazine Meatpaper in 2006 with former Salon.com journalist Sasha Wizansky. She reports for KQED and has also reported for NPR and The Environment Report.-Works:...
, who (in addition to both being former vegetarians) met while working at Salon.com
Salon.com
Salon.com, part of Salon Media Group , often just called Salon, is an online liberal magazine, with content updated each weekday. Salon was founded by David Talbot and launched on November 20, 1995. It was the internet's first online-only commercial publication. The magazine focuses on U.S...
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In addition to the magazine itself, Meatpaper has organized events, such as a series of seminars on raising domestic rabbits for food. In 2007, it was named among the best magazines of the year by Library Journal
Library Journal
Library Journal is a trade publication for librarians. It was founded in 1876 by Melvil Dewey . It reports news about the library world, emphasizing public libraries, and offers feature articles about aspects of professional practice...
, which called it "unique, brash, and provocative". In 2010, Good included it in their list of the eight food magazines you should read now.
Content and editorial stance
Unlike many traditional food magazines, Meatpaper is not primarily directed at publishing recipes, but often discusses the politics and ethics of food, along with essays and reporting on how it is prepared and consumed. In addition to editorial content, it is known for art, including original illustrations, paintings, and photographs.The magazine intentionally does not take a particular stance that is for or against eating meat
Ethics of eating meat
In many societies, controversy and debate have arisen over the ethics of eating animals. Ethical objections are generally divided into opposition to the act of killing in general, and opposition to certain agricultural practices surrounding the production of meat...
, but rather discusses it as a cultural phenomenon. Issues have included topics such as an interview with the creator of the meat dress of Lady Gaga
Meat dress of Lady Gaga
American pop singer Lady Gaga wore a dress made of raw beef, which was commonly referred to by the media as the meat dress, to the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards. Designed by Franc Fernandez and styled by Nicola Formichetti, the dress was condemned by animal rights groups and named by Time as the top...
, and a discussion of beef
Beef
Beef is the culinary name for meat from bovines, especially domestic cattle. Beef can be harvested from cows, bulls, heifers or steers. It is one of the principal meats used in the cuisine of the Middle East , Australia, Argentina, Brazil, Europe and the United States, and is also important in...
heart
Heart
The heart is a myogenic muscular organ found in all animals with a circulatory system , that is responsible for pumping blood throughout the blood vessels by repeated, rhythmic contractions...
by famously offal
Offal
Offal , also called, especially in the United States, variety meats or organ meats, refers to the internal organs and entrails of a butchered animal. The word does not refer to a particular list of edible organs, which varies by culture and region, but includes most internal organs other than...
-loving chef Chris Cosentino
Chris Cosentino
Chris Cosentino is an American chef noted for his specialty, offal dishes, now considered haute cuisine by many, and his eco-consciousness. He is executive chef at Incanto in San Francisco. He was a competitor on The Next Iron Chef and has appeared on Iron Chef America. As of September 2009, he...
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External links
- Meatpaper in the July 21st, 2007 episode of The Splendid TableThe Splendid TableThe Splendid Table is a weekly radio program about food hosted by Lynne Rossetto Kasper. It is produced and distributed by American Public Media and airs weekends nationwide on public radio stations. It provides listeners with information on food preparation, appreciation, and culture...