Freeman, Virginia: Brunswick Stew Birthplace
Historical marker claims that this spot in Brunswick County, Virginia, is the birthplace of Brunswick Stew. There's a rival birthplace in Brunswick, Georgia.
- Address:
- 23197 Governor Harrison Pkwy, Freeman, VA
- Directions:
- I-95 exit 11B. Drive west on US-58/Governor Harrison Pkwy for seven miles. You'll see the marker on the right.
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Aside from Georgia, another state has its claim to the stew. Brunswick County, Virginia, is believed to be the original home of that dish known as Brunswick Stew and has the historical marker to prove it. Jimmy Matthews concocted the stew in 1828 during a hunting expedition. He stewed squirrels with butter, onions, stale bread, and seasoning in a large iron pot. When the hunters returned and tasted Matthews' invention, they asked for more.
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