Food Culture

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Diverse people from around the world sharing comforting meals, highlighting global unity and the emotional connection found in food.

What Is Comfort Food and Why Does It Matter Globally?

In Japan, a simple bowl of rice porridge isn't just food; it's a profound symbol of maternal care and recovery, often referred to as okayu and associated with illness and nurturing, according to Cultu

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 20, 2026

A lively night market in a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, filled with diverse food stalls, people, and historic architecture.

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UNESCO's Culinary Traditions and Modern Food Culture

Only 56 cities worldwide hold the prestigious UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy title, a designation capable of reshaping a region's culinary destiny.

Eleanor Voss·April 15, 2026