Food and food preferences are closely tied to cultural identity and social status. While food preferences may be culturally constructed, they are certainly not static. In a post of at least 250 words, discuss the role of the “other” in the making of Belizean national cuisine. Be sure to answer the following:
- What does consumption of foreign products symbolize for Belizeans?
- Is there a hierarchical taste order in Western culture?
- Can you think of an example of “stratified taste sandwich” in your culture?
- How has taste been used in political projects in Belize, from colonial times through independence?