Can you guess which famous person once referred to a school as “a nest of homovipers,” and urged the "de-fagification" of her profession? If you guessed Julia Child, you would be correct. In anticipation of the Meryl Streep driven bio-pic about Mrs. Childs, several bloggers are today recalling that in 1992 Julia Child was sued for blocking the advancement of a gay chef and that Child was frequently quoted using epithets towards gay men. For a fascinating read about Julia Child's attitutes towards gender roles, homosexuality, masculinity, and marriage, do not miss this excellent piece, replete with several interesting (and offensive) quotes. Bon Appetit!
