Synopses & Reviews
This book provides information on the health, culture, and food and nutritional habits of most ethnic and racial groups living in the United States. It is designed to help students, chefs and others in the food service industry, and health professionals work effectively with members of different ethnic and religious groups in a culturally sensitive manner. It may be used in a course that fulfills a multicultural requirement for a general education student.
Synopsis
This book provides information on the health, culture, and food and nutritional habits of most ethnic and racial groups living in the United States. It is designed to help students, chefs and others in the food service industry, and health professionals work effectively with members of different ethnic and religious groups in a culturally sensitive manner. It may be used in a course that fulfills a multicultural requirement for a general education student.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. [517]-531) and index.
About the Author
Pamela Goyan Kittler has an MS in Nutritional Science from San Jose State University with an emphasis in nutrition education and currently works as a cultural nutritionist. She is the author of three undergraduate textbooks, has published numerous articles in professional journals and newsletters, and frequently presents lectures and workshops on topics of food and culture.Kathy Sucher is a registered dietitian and received her Sc.D in nutritional biochemistry from Boston University Medical Center. She is currently a full professor in the department of Nutrition and Food Science at San Jose State University.
Table of Contents
1. Food and Culture. 2. Food and Religion. 3. Native Americans. 4. Europeans. 5. Africans. 6. Latinos. 7. Asians. 8. Southeast Asians and Pacific Islanders. 9. The People of Greece and the Middle East. 10. Asian Indians. 11. Regional Americans. 12. Intercultural Communication in the Foodservice Workplace. Glossary of Ethnic Ingredients/ Bibliography/ Appendixes/ Index.