Mary Randolph
1762–1828 (age 66)
Author/Cookbook Writer
Biography
Mary Randolph (1762-1828) gained renown as the author of The Virginia Housewife, a cookbook that provided practical guidance for domestic cooks while reflecting her appreciation for Virginia's culinary landscape.
She was known not only for her writing but also for her hospitality and engagement with elite circles in the new nation, and her remains were laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery where visitors still honor her contributions.