Pantry vs Larder

Sorry to tell y'all, but there is a difference, historically at least, and maybe regionally. Nevertheless, I've seen many descriptions, and some even hilarious. "A larder is where you keep your lard, while a pantry is where you keep your pants." lol

So, I honestly, was prompted to write this post after reading the wonderful classic story, The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse, by Beatrix Potter. She had such a way with the everyday details of house, home and countryside, the description speaks for itself.

"There were yards and yards of sandy passages, leading to storerooms and nut-cellars and seed-cellars, all amongst the roots of the hedge. There was a kitchen, a parlour, a pantry, and a larder. Also, there was Mrs. Tittlemouse's bedroom, where she slept in a little box bed!" Excerpt. 

Here's what Google AI had to say: In the UK, both "pantry" and "larder" are used to describe storage spaces for food, but they have subtle differences. A larder often refers to a cooler, dedicated space, sometimes a separate room, used for storing perishable foods like meats, dairy, and vegetables. A pantry, on the other hand, can be a room, cupboard, or closet used for storing a wider variety of food items, including dry goods, canned goods, and sometimes even dishes. In the US, "pantry" is the more common term for this type of storage. [1, 2]
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Larder:

• Traditional: Historically, a larder was a cool, ventilated room used for storing perishable items like meats, dairy, and vegetables. [1, 2]
• Cool storage: Larders are often designed to be cool and dry to help preserve food. [3]
• Location: They are often located near the kitchen for easy access. [2]

Pantry:

• Versatile storage: Pantries can store a variety of food items, including dry goods, canned goods, and sometimes even dishes or other kitchen supplies.
• Flexibility: A pantry can be a separate room, a large closet, or even a dedicated cupboard.
• American English: In the US, "pantry" is the preferred term for this type of food storage. [1, 2]

In essence:

• Larders: are more focused on cool, perishable food storage, while pantries are more versatile and can store a wider range of items.
• The term "larder" is more prevalent in the UK, while "pantry" is more common in the US. [1, 2, 4]

[1] https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/170121/difference-between-larder-and-pantry
[2] https://www.homesandgardens.com/kitchens/whats-the-difference-between-a-larder-pantry-back-kitchen
[3] https://alldone.com/kitchen-larder-or-pantry-which-is-the-right-choice-for-you/
[4] https://www.magnet.co.uk/blog/kitchen-larder-or-pantry-the-differences-between-them/