food history and heritage

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How Sharing Vegan Horchata Helped Me Stay Connected to My Culture

Before I learned more about Mexico’s food history, veganism and Mexican food were opposites to me. At least in my household, the two were incompatible. My dad works at a steakhouse, and there was always animal protein on the table. I also spent many weekends at rodeos, carne asadas, and horseback riding – all of

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3 different types of tamales. Text reads your guide to different types of tamales.

Your Guide to Different Types of Tamales from Across Latin America

You know you love tamales, but do you know all the different types of tamales you can choose from? I’m a Latina dietitian, and most of my clients want to know whether tamales are healthy. But there’s so much variety with tamales that it’s important to discuss the different options, flavors, and cooking techniques when

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What is Sofrito? How this Staple Makes Caribbean Food Healthier

What is sofrito, and why do I talk about it so much as a Latina dietitian? Sofrito is a vegetable base added to a lot of Latin American (particularly Caribbean) and Mediterranean cooking. It gives Caribbean food its signature flavor, and also adds a lot of interesting nutrition benefits to the dish! In today’s blog

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Introduction to Mexican Food History (And What that Means for Nutrition)

Mexican food history is fascinating! The story of Mexican food history and culture is fundamentally about colonization, agriculture, geography, and even philosophy! There are many reasons you may want to learn more about how Mexican food has changed over time. Maybe you want to learn more about your culture. Maybe you’re a history buff! Or

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