food

Abdirahman Kahin carrying food in aluminum foil containers from car with trunk open (© Aaron Lavinsky/Star Tribune/Getty Images)

Bringing a taste of Africa to the U.S. Midwest

A native of Somalia who operates restaurants in Minnesota inspired by African flavors won a small business award.
High view looking down on Heidi Kühn standing with arms crossed in vineyard (© Roots of Peace)

World Food Prize laureate turns ‘mines to vines’

Heidi Kühn, winner of this year's World Food Prize, transforms heavily mined areas into sustainable farmland. Learn why she does this work.
People performing traditional Pacific Islander dance on outdoor stage (U.S. Army/Sergeant Evan Ruchotzke)

Celebrating Asian American heritage in the U.S. [photo gallery]

Each May, the U.S. honors the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Take a look at a few celebrations.
Waiter carrying tray of drinks, seen through oval window (© White House/Samantha Appleton/AP)

As the White House prepares to honor South Korea, take a...

State dinners have several elements, including a VIP guest list, delicious cuisine and high fashion. Read on for a behind-the-scenes look.
Young women dancing during parade (© Albin Lohr-Jones/Pacific Press/LightRocket/Getty Images)

Ringing in the new year with Nowruz

The Persian New Year, also known as Nowruz, begins on the spring equinox. Read on to find out how it's being celebrated in the United States.
Police officers lining up to order food at food cart (© Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images)

Halal food sees big gains in U.S. restaurant market

In U.S. restaurants, halal food is going mainstream and being served by chefs offering diverse cuisine as well as at fast-food places.
Three food dishes in individual bowls (Courtesy of Jerome Grant)

Chef diplomats will use food to connect cultures

The American Culinary Corps will tell America's story with food in diplomatic settings. Read all about it here.
Girl looking at valentine card (© Spencer Weiner/Los Angeles Times/Getty Images)

What do Americans give their valentines?

Love is in the air! Learn which Valentine's Day tokens are most popular in the U.S., and why they're given to those held dear.
Sean Sherman leaning on restaurant counter with plate of food in front of him, stacks of plates next to him and customers seated behind him (© Nancy Bundt)

Award-winning cuisine serves up Indigenous cultures

Learn how chef Sean Sherman in the United States is trying to connect Indigenous cultures to their Native cuisine.