GEO 509 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Geoduck, Mahatma Gandhi, Polenta
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Christianity does not prohibit food except for certain times of the year. It"s not what goes into a mans mouth, but what comes out of it matthew. Kosher: refers to a way the animal is slaughtered, particular ritual/person, can"t mix meat with dairy. Islam: similar to judaism, the way you eat is a form of worship, halal lawful or permitted, quran prohibits. Whole world is interested in music, but the type varies from cultures: there are songs about food. Other forms of culture are connected with food: romani (gypsies) distinctive cultural group their eating behavior have rules. Pollution of food excessive contact with non-romani, prepared food by pregnant women, menstruating women, must wash hands thoroughly (do not wash hands in the same basin as utensils) Buy food in bulk, less contact with people. Encourage the use of paper and plastic plates (due to new utensils for each feast)