Markets and Fairs You have been given the task of shopping for a medieval family of four at the local market.
You have 24 pence (d) to spend. Create your shopping list below (24 d is two shillings, the weekly wage of a skilled craftsman). Think about how many meals will have to be prepared for the week and what you will make for each meal. Also consider what else the family might need like new shoes or clothes.
Meat:
Groceries: Eggs 1d for 24 Butter 2d per lb Cheese 2d per lb Dried fruit 4d per lb Spices 1s per lb