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For centuries, the vast majority of people from Africa who left the continent had no choice in the matter. The horrible process of slavery that started in the 1500s also created an African-American and Afro-Caribbean community that has since built its own unique and vibrant identity. African immigrants to other parts of the world had their own stories, too. Whether African immigrants began their journeys as slaves, as refugees, or by choice, find...
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Greek people share a love of family and good food . . . usually in combination! As Greeks moved to America and other lands, they brought those food traditions with them. Inside, see how Greek immigrants have influenced and been influenced by American culture, and why Greek food is now a permanent part of the American food landscape. No matter where they come from, people living together have a long history of sharing meals, eating foods and dishes...
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Japanese immigrants to the United States have not been as numerous as other groups, but their impact on the national dining scene has been huge. Inside, read how people from Japan have been met with both scorn and welcome, but also how they persevered to become a vital part of America, enriching its food culture. No matter where they come from, people living together have a long history of sharing meals, eating foods and dishes that have been passed...
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You can find a Chinese restaurant in almost every city in the world. That's in large part due to Chinese people who have left behind their homeland to start new lives elsewhere. Inside, read the story of how Chinese people brought their long traditions of food with them to America and other nations, and how they used those family traditions to stay connected to their homeland. No matter where they come from, people living together have a long history...
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India is a diverse country with hundreds of ethnic communities. When Indians move to other countries, such as America or Great Britain, they often look to share food traditions as a way to stay connected. Inside, read about how Indian food has found a regular place on American and European tables, while remaining a touchstone for Indian immigrant communities. No matter where they come from, people living together have a long history of sharing meals,...
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Who hasn't been to an Italian restaurant? Few nationalities celebrate and share their food traditions more than people from Italy. Inside, read how immigration to America and other nations spurred the now-worldwide popularity of Italian food. Also, find out how Italian immigrant families continue to use the table as their community gathering place. No matter where they come from, people living together have a long history of sharing meals, eating...
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The story of Mexican immigration to America is one of almost constant struggle, but it is also one of constant hope. Millions have come north looking for a better life. To help build that life, they brought with them food traditions that have become a vital part of American life, too. Inside, read about the ongoing story of Mexican immigration and how sharing food and family traditions have helped ease the way. No matter where they come from, people...
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The nations of South America share a continent, if not all of the same cultural traditions. Yet they are bound by a variety of connections, including a long history of native traditions mixing with those brought by European colonialism. When people from South America emigrate, they carry those traditions with them. Inside, see how food, family, and dining have helped cement the bonds between immigrants and their homelands, and how those traditions...
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Among the many parts of the American world food market, Thai food is one of the late bloomers. A big reason for that is the history of Thai emigration to America, which was heavily restricted for decades. When they finally did arrive, they brought with them a colorful, spicy, and unique cuisine that American diners embraced. Inside, read how Thai communities grew in the western world and how their food traditions helped them find a new home. No matter...
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