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African Roots of Florida Foods

African Roots of Florida Foods

Host Dalia Colon interview Dr. Opie about the African roots of foods from rice and beans to watermelon. He explains that African contributions to Florida foodways is extensive. Dr. Opie also unpack common food stereotypes and their Reconstruction era origins. Listen Now

Precolonial African History and Foodways

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Mac and Cheese History Part 1

Eating While Poor

Eating While Poor