Thesis Projects
Thesis Projects by Year
Culinary Confluence: Uniting India's Cultural Diversity through Foodways for Immigrants and Global Communities
The contemporary landscape of international migration brings numerous challenges as individuals navigate the intricate process of uprooting themselves, sacrificing cultural and familial ties, and adapting to unfamiliar environments. This journey often leads to a search for identity, belonging, and a connection to cultural roots. In this context, food emerges as a powerful connector, serving as more than sustenance but as a pathway to understanding and communicating the rich tapestry of India's cultural diversity. This thesis aims to create a space that unifies India's diverse traditions under one roof, using food and foodways as a means for immigrants and people from various backgrounds to experience and connect with the essence of Indian culture.