U.S. Presidents’ Favorite Foods

John F. Kennedy

The young president arrived at the White House from a wealthy and privileged background. He and first lady Jacqueline Kennedy epitomized early 1960s grace and style — and their tastes in food (and presidential vacations) reflected that. The Kennedy era helped popularize classic French cuisine — and no doubt lifted the popularity of chefs such as Julia Child and James Beard. Yet Kennedy also reportedly enjoyed timeless New England staples such as clam chowder.