In Arizona, A Farmers’ Market Flourishes In the Shadow of the Border Fence
Tons of fresh produce from Mexico is shipped through Nogales. But getting local residents to eat fresh food is a challenge.
Sustainable, local, organic, artisanal – these terms help define today’s food culture. What do they mean for immigrants?
Immigrants occupy every position in the food chain – from the farm to the table – yet their stories often go untold or are misrepresented. In the second annual Feet in 2 Worlds food issue we explore the intersection of immigrant food and culture with concepts from today’s food scene. It’s part of our mission to bring underreported stories from immigrant communities to new audiences on public radio and online.
Tons of fresh produce from Mexico is shipped through Nogales. But getting local residents to eat fresh food is a challenge.
Eating disorders are often ignored in immigrant communities, but some are trying to change that.