The Impact of Culinary Experiences on Human Connection and Cultural Exchange
Culinary experiences extend beyond mere sustenance, acting as powerful vehicles for storytelling, emotional connection, and cultural exchange, ultimately fostering a sense of unity and shared human experience.
A Multimodal Dataset for Fine-Grained Understanding of Regional Chinese Food Culture
FoodieQA, a manually curated multimodal dataset, captures the intricate features of food cultures across various regions in China to probe the fine-grained understanding of vision-language models.
Probing Large Language Models for Cultural Knowledge in the Food Domain
Large Language Models demonstrate a pronounced bias towards food knowledge prevalent in the United States, and incorporating relevant cultural context significantly improves their ability to access cultural knowledge across different cuisines.
The Complexities of Processed Food: A Critical Analysis
The author delves into the intricate relationship between raw, cooked, and processed food, highlighting the challenges and consequences of consuming ultra-processed foods. Through personal experimentation, the author explores the detrimental effects of ultra-processed foods on health and society.
Unveiling Kenya's Njahi Wars: A Controversial Black Bean Saga
The author delves into the contentious debate surrounding the black bean, njahi, in Kenya, exploring its cultural significance and political undertones. Through a historical lens, the argument is made that the perception of njahi as a lesser bean is deeply rooted in colonial influences.
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Unveiling the Misconceptions Around Indian Food and the Term "Curry"
The author challenges the misrepresentation of Indian food through the oversimplified term "curry" and highlights its colonial origins, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of South Asian cuisine.
The Evolution of Italian Pizza: From Poverty to Prominence
The author explores the transformation of Italian pizza from a humble street food associated with poverty to a globally renowned culinary tradition, highlighting the impact of tourism and cultural exportation.
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