Indonesian and French Gastronomy

   Culinary diversity is  a very broad topic since each country has a large number of dishes which represent the history of each one of them. There are countries with delicate dishes which are free of large amounts of carbohydrates and other sweet snacks which sweeten the palate but also show high levels of calories. This day we will make a comparison between two totally different gastronomy such as the French gastronomy and the  India's gastronomy.

   India is a country where you can find a tremendous contrast of small cultures, lifestyles and religions for this reason the gastronomy of India has a wide range of dishes influenced by a great variety of factors. Generally in Indian cuisine you can find a wide use of local vegetables as well as take advantage of all the condiments in the region, which is why it is often said that in India you eat very spicy comparison to other countries. In general, the use of meats in their recipes is very unusual, with religion being a very important factor. It is said that if meat is consumed in India it is due to the French influence that it had in a short period of its history. Speaking of influences, it is also worth mentioning the Muslims, who left to the Indian people such popular foods today as the kebab, grilled lamb meat that many centuries ago was defined as "the food of the Persian kings".

  On the other hand, the French gastronomy which has evolved through the years through history has nothing to envy of the delicious dishes of India since French cuisine is one of the most famous in the whole world. From the king's cooks to the great chefs of today, the culinary art of France and its history are specific expressions of the identity of their nation.

   No less than three decades ago, food is an object of history that according to the historian Jacques Le Goff, promoted the study of several stories such as food, cooking, table and gastronomy. Today, the food  not only the soy, the cows, and the milk of Argentina compete with the sources of energy, the center of the political-economic scenario and, also, the historical one

   In order to relate the origins of the current French cuisine, it is necessary to situate it in the 17th century, time of a true culinary revolution because there is a change in the food taste both in France and in the other countries of Western Europe. Oriental spices: saffron, ginger, cinnamon, etc., which had been much appreciated in the Middle Ages and Renaissance are no longer used and only pepper, clove and nutmeg continue to be seasoned in small doses. Likewise, his love for wine is something that identifies the french people. 

   In conclusion each country has undergone changes in history which have allowed them to create exotic and unique dishes as is the case of France which was marked by great times like the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, as well as the gastronomy of India has also been influenced by the invasions made by other countries. Both countries share historical factors that marked their gastronomic identity.

Chinese and Mexican culture

     The identity of a country is marked by the historical events that have taken place over the years, so this allowed the creation of a set of forms, expressions, and traditions that in some way characterize the identity of a country. As Latinos we are interested in knowing other cultures and comparing them, and from that we discover things that help us understand the world as it is. Because of this, we are going to learn a little about Chinese and Mexican culture.

   China is known throughout the world for its millenary culture. Many of China's traditions have been maintained from antiquity to the present day; although, China is today a country that advances economically at a great speed, many of these Chinese customs are still practiced today.One of them is the Chinese tea which has its origin in its consumption as a medicinal product. Not only was it used to cure certain specific diseases, but it was believed in the benefits of tea to achieve a longer life. Among other Chinese traditions we have the dragon which is a symbol of strength, power and good luck, and Chinese weddings which were prepared by the families of the couple and matchmakers. China has an extraordinarily conservative culture full of superstitions and beliefs which are still important today as in the past.

    Mexico is a country full of color, mariachis, tequila, and great festivities throughout the year; however, each of its religious traditions have a touch of their own, a clear example of this is the celebration of the Day of the Dead which in the United States United is known as Halloween. The food with a lot of spicy, avocado and beans is another particular thing that you can only find in the cities of Mexico.

   Finally, we can conclude that China is a country which has a superstitious culture full of beliefs that besides giving an identity to the country also keeps them in union with the past. Meanwhile, Mexico has traditions based on religious beliefs. Both cultures allow knowing and learning a little of what each country represents.