Indigenous Chefs Are Trying To 'De-Colonize' American Diets

The video explores the misconceptions about indigenous cuisine, often limited to fry bread or Indian tacos, and highlights the work of chefs Nico Albert and Sean Sherman in promoting authentic indigenous cooking. They emphasize the importance of traditional dishes that connect people to their land and culture. The concept of 'decolonizing your diet' is introduced, which involves removing processed foods and returning to pre-European contact diets. Chef Nico Albert, a Cherokee Nation citizen, is profiled for her efforts in this culinary movement.

What are some common misconceptions about indigenous cuisine?

• It is mostly vegetarian.

• It is heavily influenced by European cuisine.

• It includes a wide variety of traditional dishes.

• It primarily consists of fry bread and Indian tacos.

What is the main goal of chefs Nico Albert and Sean Sherman in their culinary efforts?

• To focus solely on traditional Cherokee dishes.

• To introduce more processed foods into indigenous diets.

• To promote the diversity of indigenous culture and cuisine.

• To create fusion dishes with European influences.

What does the phrase 'decolonizing your diet' mean?

• Focusing on fast food options.

• Eliminating processed foods and returning to pre-European contact foods.

• Adopting a vegetarian lifestyle.

• Incorporating more European foods into indigenous diets.

Which of the following is true about Chef Nico Albert?

• She is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation.

• She focuses on European cuisine.

• She is a classical musician.

• She owns a restaurant in Minneapolis.

What is one of Chef Nico Albert's roles outside of cooking?

• She is a painter.

• She is a novelist.

• She is a singer in a metal band.

• She is a professional dancer.