Abstract: The Nationwide Food Consumption Survey, 1977-78 (NFCS) for households in the Northeast is summarized. Findings include: an average of $69 a week is spent for food; 80% of the households purchased meals or between-meal snacks away from home; the largest share of the at home fooddollar (37 cents) went for animal protein, 19 cents for vegetables and fruits (including juice), 12 cents for dairy products other than butter, 11 cents for grains and cereals,11 cents for beverages, 6 cents for fats and sweets, and 4 for cents miscellaneous foods. Average at-home consumption figures are given. Food values varied within the 4 regions studied as did urbanization features and income levels. All findings are compared to the NCFS. (kbc).