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Exploring the intersection of food culture and identity, this book delves into how African Americans engage with mainstream supermarket offerings while also honoring their rich culinary heritage. It highlights the hybrid nature of their foodways, blending African traditions with New World influences, and examines the impact of geographic location and ancestral connections. By tracing the West African origins of contemporary African American cuisine, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the evolving food culture within this community.
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African American Food Culture, William Mitchell
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- African American Food Culture
- Language
- English
- Authors
- William Mitchell
- Publisher
- Greenwood
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 148
- ISBN13
- 9780313346200
- Category
- Social sciences
- Description
- Exploring the intersection of food culture and identity, this book delves into how African Americans engage with mainstream supermarket offerings while also honoring their rich culinary heritage. It highlights the hybrid nature of their foodways, blending African traditions with New World influences, and examines the impact of geographic location and ancestral connections. By tracing the West African origins of contemporary African American cuisine, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the evolving food culture within this community.