Anthropology 216NF - The Anthropology of Food

Drawing on a holistic, multidisciplinary perspective, this course considers food as a lens through which issues such as gender, family, community, nationality, religion and class can be more deeply understood. Food and drink are examined not only for the biological needs they fill but also in terms of their spiritual and cultural dimensions. We will explore the journey of food production, preparation, distribution and consumption nationally and internationally. Local, national and global networks are analyzed as we examine the role food plays in creating and mediating socioeconomic and political relationships. Food scarcity, security, sovereignty and sustainability are also considered.

Prereq: ANTHR-105.