Ethnic Market Visit Paper
Instructions: Visit an ethnic food market, think back to when you visited an ethnic food market, or view an ethnic food market’s online website. Observe the food types, the presentation of the foods, and the overall atmosphere. If possible, take photos.
To supplement your observation, conduct research through the online USF library system and include your sources in a reference list at the end of your paper. Follow APA formatting guidelines.
Your paper should include the following information:
Background:Provide a brief history and background of the ethnic group. What meals are common or popular in the culture?
Core foods:Describe the food groups available at the market (e.g., starch, protein, vegetables, fruit, dairy) and provide examples of specific foods. What are the core foods?
Food taboos:Some foods are considered to be inedible in one culture but acceptable to eat in another culture (e.g., insects, chicken feet, live octopus). Did you observe any foods in the market that are taboo in your culture?
Food acculturation:Discuss acculturation. Were any signs of acculturation present in the market you visited? Were there are “Americanized” or “Westernized” foods sold?
The components included in your paper should be a cover page, paper with citations, and reference list. The paper should be 2-4 pages long, not including the cover or reference page.
