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HERITAGE DIETS

Your roadmap to a healthy and delicious way of life

Recipes and healthy eating tips inspired by African, Asian, Latin American & Mediterranean traditions

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EXPLORE HERITAGE DIETS

Eating inspired by the rich culinary histories
of cuisines around the globe

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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
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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
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Asian Heritage Diets throughout East, Southeast, and South Asia share a common foundation of vegetables, spices, fruits, rice, and legumes.

Asian Heritage Diet
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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
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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
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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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Asian Heritage Dishes During Asian American and Pacific Islander Month
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Explore Asian Heritage Dishes During Asian American…

The continent of Asia is enormous, and so is its gastronomy.  We lean on the Asian… READ MORE
Shell-ebrate Seafood
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Shell-ebrate Seafood: Mediterranean Seafood Recipes…

May is Mediterranean Diet Month, which makes it the perfect time to revisit the… READ MORE
Spring Clean Out Your Fridge
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Spring Clean Out Your Fridge…And Use Those Odds and…

As the weather gets warmer and warmer, the urge to engage in some spring cleaning may… READ MORE
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Apr 10 2025

African Heritage Diet Can Improve Markers of…

Heritage diets from around the world offer a culturally relevant, nutritionally-dense,… READ MORE
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RECIPES

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Staff Favorite

Herby Barley and Cannellini Bowl with Leeks and Mushrooms
Mango Chili Relish

Salsa Tropical
Le Gruyère AOP Apple Pie Special Occasions

Le Gruyère AOP Apple Pie

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