Chew the fat
Mar 04
Everyday, Life food No Comments
Definition:
To have a conversation/discussion.
Description:
In Medieval times, the peasants sometimes could obtain pork, which made them feel quite special. When visitors came over, they would hang up their bacon to show off. It was a sign of wealth that a man ‘could bring home the bacon.’ They would cut off a little to share with guests and would all sit around and “chew the fat.”
