Entry 9

Jean Mehul
Explain the way the film shows how food transmits culture and constitutes ethnic identity. Make
sure to use the article by Robin Balthrope. Blog is due by Sunday, April 12.

The film shows that food transmits culture and constitutes ethic identity. In the films, foodwor and food preparation has been the responsibility of womens. In The movies, a big dinner is prepared on a sunday, the family and friends sit down and enjoy each other's presence. The author indicates that food is much more than nutrients but a part of our culture

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