“FOOD TRADITIONS AND UNUSUAL CUISINES”
Keywords:
Food traditions, unusual cuisines, culinary culture, cultural heritage, gastronomy, exotic food, traditional dishes, global cuisine, culinary diversity, food identityAbstract
This article explores the diversity of food traditions around the world and the phenomenon of unusual cuisines. Food is an essential aspect of cultural identity, reflecting historical, geographical, religious, and social influences. The article examines how traditional dishes preserve cultural heritage and how unusual cuisines—those that may seem exotic or unconventional to outsiders—illustrate local creativity, adaptation, and resourcefulness.
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