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.

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