What’s On The Menu: The Favorite Foods of 22 Former and Current World Leaders (11 of 12)

George Washington

The United States’ founding father wasn’t much into fancy feasts—Washington was all about comfort foods. His mornings began with hoecakes, a type of cornbread, drenched in butter and honey. He was a beer aficionado, and he also enjoyed fish in various preparations, reflecting the colonies’ available bounty.

Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson, renowned as a Founding Father and the third President of the United States, had a penchant for French cuisine, particularly dishes like macaroni and cheese, which he brought back home and helped popularize in the US. He also enjoyed Virginia ham and fresh vegetables from his own garden at Monticello. Jefferson’s culinary curiosity extended to his extensive wine collection, which included French, Italian, and Portuguese varieties, reflecting his sophisticated palate and appreciation for gastronomic delights from both home and abroad.