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A Korean Australian farmer in Tasmania is making kimchi with an unlikely Australian ingredient that's winning over locals and helping fermented food take root in regional Australia. Sue Glynn's Weet-Bix kimchi formula is turning heads at workshops while connecting two cultures through food.
In Doha's vibrant dining scene, Thai restaurants have become everyday gathering places where cultures connect over shared meals. The growing presence of Thai cuisine reflects how food bridges communities in Qatar's cosmopolitan capital.
Two food lovers brought the authentic flavors of Mumbai's famous Bhendi Bazaar to Bengaluru, hiring master chefs from the original neighborhood to recreate beloved street dishes. The Bombay Chapter 003 proves delicious food can build bridges between cities and cultures.
An Australian food-tech platform that helps households reduce waste and save money just launched in India, one of the world's largest food markets. The move could help millions of families make the most of ingredients they already have.
A Sydney lab uses nuclear science to verify where fish really comes from, protecting consumers from billions in food fraud. The breakthrough helps ensure Australians get what they pay for when buying premium seafood.
Bangkok hosted its first Russian-Thai Gastronomic Festival, bringing top chefs from both nations together to create fusion menus that blend centuries of culinary tradition. The five-day celebration strengthened cultural ties through the universal language of food.
As grocery prices climb, Australian families are discovering that home gardens can slash $200 from monthly food bills with just a couple hours of weekly effort. Even beginners can start saving now with simple autumn crops and free resources.
A new documentary celebrates Rhoda Roberts AO, whose decades of work connected Indigenous stories and knowledge to millions of Australians. Her passion for sharing Country's deep wisdom continues inspiring cultural understanding nationwide.
National Geographic's food explorer Mark Wiens just released a stunning 24-hour journey through Dakar, Senegal, celebrating the West African nation's incredible cuisine and legendary hospitality. The video is introducing millions of viewers to one of Africa's most welcoming food cultures. --- ##
Korean food giant Samyang Foods just opened a European research hub in the Netherlands to develop the next generation of plant-based foods. The company chose Wageningen, home to one of the world's top food science universities, to tap into Europe's innovation ecosystem.
Australian consumers are demanding better environmental labeling after researchers found real solutions are emerging to fix confusing "green" marketing claims. Experts say standardized eco-ratings could soon help shoppers make planet-friendly choices in seconds.
A crispy Japanese street snack born from 19th-century cultural exchange is inspiring home cooks to rediscover culinary fusion at its finest. Hatoshi, the beloved deep-fried shrimp toast from Nagasaki, shows how food traditions can bridge cultures across centuries.
Scientists discovered people eating unprocessed foods consumed 57% more food by weight yet took in 330 fewer calories than those eating ultra-processed foods. The findings reveal humans have built-in "nutritional intelligence" that guides us toward balanced diets when we eat whole foods.
Australia just approved its first genetically modified whole food for sale: a purple tomato packed with extra antioxidants and a surprisingly sweet flavor. Melbourne shoppers will find them on shelves by mid-2025.
Indigenous peoples carried wild potatoes across the American Southwest over 10,000 years ago, creating food traditions that still thrive today. New research shows how ancient communities shaped the future of a hardy plant through generations of care and cultural connection.
A Japanese writer showed how manga, food, and stories connect people across languages at a cultural event in Rabat. The free conference drew attention to how art forms can build bridges between distant cultures.
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South Africa's beloved food personality Errieda du Toit is facing mounting medical bills, and the Stellenbosch food community is answering the call with a star-studded fundraiser dinner. Nine top chefs are donating their time and talents to support the woman who has spent decades bringing people together through food.
A registered dietitian is challenging diet culture with an "all foods fit" approach that replaces rigid food rules with listening to your body. Research shows traditional dieting often harms health more than it helps.
A food rescue organization in Omaha has redirected 10 million pounds of perfectly good food from landfills to hungry families over the past 12 years. Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue proves that hunger isn't about food shortage but better distribution.
A solar-powered mobile farmers market is helping tackle food insecurity in Southeast San Diego, and now a $10 million food hub will make fresh food access permanent. Project New Village is proving that communities can build lasting wealth through food justice.
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