Magic Food In Children's Literature
Gail Brekke
"Magic food, or food or drink that produces magical powers when eaten by the
consumer, is a popular motif in religion and in folklore. Food is a readily available item
in any culture, and one of the few items people innocently ingest. In children’s literature,
magical food is encountered in both classic and modern stories. Magic food in children’s
literature is significant, in that characters in tales must have a means to obtain magical
powers that is easily accessible and believable."