Recovering Our Ancestral Foodways: Indigenous Traditions as a Recipe for Living Well

by Mariaelena Huambachano

Genres: Food

248 pages, Hardcover

Published August 6, 2024

Reviews

[Elaine S · Rating 5 out of 5]

A heartfelt and insightful look at Indigenous food sovereignty through the stories of Quechua and Māori communities. It connects their deep-rooted traditions and struggles with colonialism and industrial food systems, showing how these forces disrupt not only access to food but also cultural identity and wellbeing. The author highlights the importance of traditional ecological knowledge as a living, dynamic science that guides sustainable food practices and healing for both people and the planet. The focus on collective wellbeing and the relationship between humans, nature, and ancestors provides a hopeful vision for reclaiming Indigenous foodways and reshaping global food systems toward justice and balance.