Feasting with the Stars: Hollywood's Legendary Commissaries
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
As Disney and Warner Bros. celebrate their 100th anniversaries, the article explores the significance of studio commissaries during the Golden Age of Hollywood. These dining establishments served as gathering places for actors, crew members, and executives, where power dynamics and dealmaking often took place. Each studio had its own unique style, stars, and menu items. While many studios still have commissaries today, the industry has changed, with fewer productions being made on the lots and stars rarely being photographed there. The article provides a glimpse into the commissaries of Disney, Fox, Paramount, MGM, and Universal, highlighting their history and notable dishes.