How Native communities are reclaiming their food: Films, books and shows to watch

The fight for Native food sovereignty is a crucial act of resistance, resilience, and reclamation in response to centuries of colonization that dismantled Indigenous food systems. Films, cookbooks, and shows like “Gather” highlight efforts to promote Native food sovereignty, featuring individuals from different tribal nations working towards reclaiming traditional foodways. Resources like “Chími Nu’am” and “The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen” offer insights into incorporating traditional ingredients and reimagining Indigenous cuisine in a modern context.

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