William Blake mocked the British monarchy with his illustration of Nebuchadnezzar eating grass from a story in the Book of Daniel.

ECONOMIST: Babylon

Moreover, our ancestors saw meaning and intention ("agency") in these patterns: They took rustling in the grass to mean that a predator was intent on eating them.

WSJ: May 21 and the Enduring Appeal of the Apocalypse

Argentina is legendary for its beef, mostly excellent breeds grass fed on the pampas, and many consider it the best steak eating destination in the world.

FORBES: Fervor, Buenos Aires, Argentina