More Than Just a Plate - The Stories Behind Our Food

Explore the profound significance of food beyond mere sustenance in this 17-minute TEDx talk by Abeera Irfan. Delve into how food serves as a powerful medium for connection, cultural preservation, and knowledge transmission. Examine the challenges faced by immigrants who risk losing their culinary heritage in the process of acculturation. Discover the importance of maintaining and sharing cultural cuisines for both personal health and the preservation of rich cultural narratives. Learn about Irfan's personal journey as an immigrant and her passion for advocating culturally safe nutrition care. Gain insights into the integral role of food in shaping identity, fostering community, and contributing to overall well-being, particularly within BIPOC communities. Reflect on the speaker's call for change to enable individuals to maintain their health through traditional dietary practices.

More Than Just a Plate: The Stories Behind Our Food | Abeera Irfan | TEDxUBC