Eating Identities

Exploring the intersection of food and identity, this book examines how cooking and eating shape Asian American experiences related to race, gender, class, diaspora, and sexuality. It analyzes the works of seven Asian American writers, highlighting themes of hunger, consumption, and desire, while situating these discussions within the broader context of cultural identity and orality. Through this lens, the narrative reveals the complexities of Asian American identities as influenced by culinary practices and food-related experiences.