HERITAGE DIETS
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Recipes and healthy eating tips inspired by African, Asian, Latin American & Mediterranean traditions
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Celebrate Juneteenth with the Oldways African Heritage and Health Program
Join us in honoring Juneteenth by embracing the rich culinary traditions of African Heritage diets. Rooted in the vibrant foodways of the African Diaspora, this way of eating highlights the nourishing flavors and cultural significance of Heritage ingredients. Learn more about using food as a lens to honor history, resilience, and community while supporting good health.
EXPLORE HERITAGE DIETS
Eating inspired by the rich culinary histories
of cuisines around the globe
The Mediterranean Diet is a time-tested way of eating based on the traditional, healthy foods of the communities that surround the Mediterranean Sea.
Mediterranean Diet
The African Heritage Diet reflects the four regions of the African Diaspora: Continental Africa, the American South, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
African Heritage Diet
Asian Heritage Diets throughout East, Southeast, and South Asia share a common foundation of vegetables, spices, fruits, rice, and legumes.
Asian Heritage Diet
The Latin American Heritage Diet is influenced by the traditional foods and flavors of the Spanish, Portuguese, African, and Indigenous people.
Latin American Heritage Diet
Cultures around the world rely on vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, and herbs to bring great flavors, colors, and nutrition to daily meals.
Vegetarian & Vegan Diet
Food is the true gift of heritage. Heritage diets are a time-tested roadmap for embracing taste, nourishment, sustainability, and joy.
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The presentation at lunch on the first day was worth the cost of admission alone.”
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RECIPES
Delicious & healthy recipes
Bulgur Burgers
Migas Con Huevos
Mexican Bean Dip
Herby Barley and Cannellini Bowl with Leeks and Mushrooms
Salsa Tropical
Le Gruyère AOP Apple Pie
Tomato Pie with Le Gruyère AOP
Sweet Sorghum Porridge with Peanut Butter and Cinnamon
Tartiflette
Spicy Stir-Fried Greens with Peanuts
Greek Sorghum Bowl with Artichokes and Olives
Leek & Squash Einkornotto
Bulgur Burgers
Migas Con Huevos
Mexican Bean Dip
Herby Barley and Cannellini Bowl with Leeks and Mushrooms
Salsa Tropical
Le Gruyère AOP Apple Pie
Tomato Pie with Le Gruyère AOP