Food Archives | From Pioneer to Premier: the Seigniorial and Village History of Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade

The Mess Tin

In the 17th century, wooden mess tins were used at mealtime when on a boat or canoe trip, but they were rarely used for table service.

Cooper’s Hammer

Tool used by inhabitants to tighten and loosen the barrels’ cooperage.

Île du Large Windmill

In accordance with the seigneurial regime, the seigneur was required to build a windmill on the lands granted to him during his first year of occupation. In return, […]