The Southern Foodways Alliance documents, studies, and explores the diverse food cultures of the changing American South.
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Each year at the fall symposium, the SFA collaborates with 21c Museum Hotels to commission art that complements the…
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American enjoys its pork at the expense of some of the poorest populations in the nation. Consider Duplin County as…
The Southern Foodways Alliance drives a more progressive future by leading conversations that challenge existing constructs, shape perspectives, and foster meaningful discussions. We reconsider the past with research, scrutiny, and documentation.
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The corrido is a ballad, or narrative song, native to Mexico.
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Read SFA's five-part series situating Delicious Foods (2015) by James Hannaham in the broader narrative of Southern…
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Now's the time to get to your local bookstore, library, or laptop to study up on the connections between foodways and…
Oral History
The South is now experiencing a regional grain renaissance. This oral history project shares the stories of farmers, millers, and bakers who have rejected the industrial system and prioritized great taste.
Oral History
This project explores the careers of Jessica B. Harris, Lisa Fain, Martha Foose, Nancie McDermott, Nathalie Dupree,…
Oral History
Beginning in 1910, six children– Owen, Dick, Adelaide, John, Ella, and Dottie Brennan– were born to Owen…
Film
A short film about Adrian Miller, 2018 Ruth Fertel Keeper of the Flame Award winner.
Film
A short film about Marcie Cohen Ferris, 2018 Craig Claiborne Lifetime Achievement Award winner.
Film
Vishwesh Bhatt is a Southern chef using flavors from his childhood to add to the lexicon of Southern Food. Watch this…
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