The presentation of a hybrid identity in Fred Wahs "Diamond Grill": Food and habitation as ethnic markers and Chinese Canadians

Exploring hybrid identity and the cultural significance of food, this seminar paper delves into Fred Wah's Diamond Grill, contextualizing it within the author's life stages and socio-cultural background. It analyzes the symbolic role of food in daily life and community, discussing its multifaceted functions. The paper introduces the concept of "biotext," while examining issues of identity and ethnicity. A key focus is on food as a metaphor in postcolonial life writing, highlighting how culinary language serves as a lens for understanding Wah's exploration of identity and culture.