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This dimension links a cuisine to the cultural tradition it carries forward. Wikipedia notes that in 2010 "French gastronomy was added by the UNESCO to its lists of the world's intangible cultural heritage," an honor recognizing cuisine as more than a set of recipes. Browsing by expressed tradition groups cuisines that carry the same living cultural practice.

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Staple IngredientSourced to the subject's own account
maize, beans, and rice 1
expresses-tradition
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1. African Cuisine (Wikipedia)
WikipediaAfrican cuisine, East Africa section, staple foods
Quote, African cuisine, East Africa section, staple foods
Staples such as maize, beans, and rice are commonly consumed along with dishes like Ugali (a maize-based porridge) and sukuma wiki (a dish made from collard greens).
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