Real Men Eat Meat, or at Least Think They Should

In a series of experiments, men and women were asked to choose between masculine and feminine foods (previously categorized). The results of these experiment showed that men were much more likely to choose items perceived as "masculine" over others, particularly given more time to make a choice. Red meat is typically considered a masculine food, while poultry and fish are considered more feminine. Method of preparation can also affect perceptions of food based on gender.